Know Your Customer (KYC) Requirements

To activate outbound SMS capabilities and API credentials on your BlackSMS account (available at https://blacksms.in), you must submit a complete set of Know Your Customer (KYC) documents. Use this guide to ensure your submissions meet our approval guidelines.

1. Document Formatting Constraints

All documents uploaded to our verification dashboard must conform to the following standards:

• Supported Formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, and PNG.
• Resolution: Text must be sharp, clear, and fully legible. Blurry images or cropped scans will be automatically rejected.
• File Size: Maximum of 5MB per file upload.
• Validity: Documents must be active and valid. Expired IDs or proof will not be accepted.

2. Entity-Specific Document Checklists

A. Sole Proprietorships

• Proprietor's Personal PAN Card.
• GST Registration Certificate (Form REG-06) OR MSME/Udyam Registration Certificate.
• Active Principal Entity (PE) ID registration screenshot from an authorized DLT portal.
• Business Address Proof (recent utility bill, bank statement, or rent agreement).

B. Partnership Firms & LLPs

• Partnership PAN Card (Entity PAN).
• Partnership Deed or LLP Certificate of Incorporation.
• Aadhaar/PAN card of the authorized partner managing the BlackSMS account.
• GST Registration Certificate or active LLP establishment proof.
• DLT Principal Entity (PE) registration dashboard screenshot.

C. Private Limited & Public Limited Companies

• Company PAN Card.
• Certificate of Incorporation (issued by Ministry of Corporate Affairs).
• Memorandum & Articles of Association (MOA & AOA).
• GST Registration Certificate (Form REG-06).
• Board Resolution or Authority Letter authorizing the account manager to handle cloud communications.
• DLT Principal Entity (PE) registration approval document showing the Company Name and PE ID.

3. Step-by-Step Submission Instructions

To submit your KYC checklist, follow these steps:

• Log in to your BlackSMS portal at https://blacksms.in/login.php.
• Navigate to the Account Settings section and click on the KYC Verification tab.
• Select your business legal structure (Proprietorship, Partnership, Company, Developer/Individual).
• Input your business credentials: PAN number, GSTIN number, and DLT Principal Entity (PE) ID.
• Upload the corresponding digital documents in the designated fields.
• Click Submit for Verification.