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Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

PAN eSign is an electronic signature system that uses an individual’s PAN card<\/a><\/span> information to create safe, enforceable electronic signatures. This eSignature method enables individuals to sign documents digitally, eliminating the need for physical signatures and paper-based processes.<\/p>\n

Using PAN eSign, individuals can conveniently and securely authenticate their identities and sign various documents, including agreements, contracts, and forms, in compliance with regulatory requirements.<\/p>\n

PAN eSign enables individuals to legally sign documents by authenticating their PAN details. Using these eSignatures, individuals can sign documents from any location as long as they have a Permanent Account Number (PAN).<\/p>\n

PAN eSigning solution offers numerous benefits, including increased efficiency, reduced costs, enhanced security, and environmental sustainability. Hence, organizations across industries for its convenience, legality, and reliability opt for PAN eSign.<\/p>\n

Companies across various industry segments can utilize PAN eSign to get their documents signed electronically. This eSignature type is beneficial for companies that have high-security requirements.<\/p>\n

How to Sign Documents Using PAN eSign?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Before accessing PAN eSign for document signing, individuals must complete eKYC (electronic- Know Your Customer), which involves two distinct stages.<\/p>\n

Firstly, the signer needs to furnish his\/her details and upload the necessary documents as part of the initial step. This phase ensures the user’s identity is accurately verified and authenticated, laying the foundation for secure electronic signing.<\/p>\n

The signer proceeds to the subsequent stage, which involves recording a video and submitting the eKYC form. This additional layer of security aims to validate the user’s identity further, enhancing the overall integrity and reliability of the PAN eSigning process.<\/p>\n

eKYC<\/a> <\/span>or Electronic KYC is a digital identity verification process for individuals using electronic or video-based verification methods to validate an individual’s identity, in this case, the signer’s identity.<\/p>\n

Once the eKYC procedure is concluded, the system generates a unique ESP Signer ID and prominently displays it within the corresponding field on the Melento (Formerly SignDesk) portal.<\/span> The ESP Signer ID serves as a crucial identifier that facilitates seamless and secure authentication for PAN-based electronic signatures.<\/p>\n

Incorporating this distinctive identifier unequivocally links each signature to the signer\u2019s verified identity, thereby bolstering the credibility and legality of the digital signing process.<\/span><\/p>\n

The signer uses this ID and a One-Time Password (OTP) to complete the eSigning process<\/a>.<\/span> The meticulous approach of PAN eSignatures not only safeguards businesses against potential fraud and unauthorized access but also instills confidence in the authenticity of electronic transactions conducted via PAN eSign.<\/p>\n

How Does PAN eSign Work? – The Process Flow<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Here is a step-by-step guide on the PAN eSign process flow:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. The initiator uploads the document requiring signatures and includes the details of the stakeholder (signer), along with their Permanent Account Number (PAN).<\/li>\n
  2. Our platform sends an email invitation to the signer, prompting them to proceed with the eSigning process. The signer clicks the invitation link and is then redirected to Melento (Formerly SignDesk)\u2019s eSigning portal.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. The system presents the document for preview, allowing the signer to review its contents. The signer verifies their name, which the system automatically populates using the PAN information provided by the initiator.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. To proceed, the signer inputs the ESP Signer ID generated upon completing video eKYC, ensuring secure authentication and verification.<\/li>\n
  5. Subsequently, our platform then directs the signer to the eSign PAN authentication page, where it prompts them to enter an OTP for authentication purposes.<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. The signer’s eSignature is securely affixed to the document after successful authentication.<\/li>\n
  7. Upon successful authentication, our eSign tool securely affixes the signer\u2019s eSignature to the document.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Why Should Businesses Use PAN eSign to Execute Documents?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

    The PAN eSign process streamlines the electronic signing of documents, offering a secure and efficient method for stakeholders to affix their signatures digitally. This process ensures compliance with legal standards while eliminating the need for traditional paper-based signatures, expediting transaction times, and enhancing overall workflow efficiency.<\/p>\n

    Here are some of the sectors that can leverage PAN-based eSigning:<\/p>\n