Well CIC website clearly states that
How to Get a Police Certificate - India
Do I need to provide a Police Certificate with my Application for Permanent Residence? Yes
Name of document(s) to get: Police Clearance Certificate
How to get a Police Certificate:
If you are a citizen of India:
If you live in India:
For residents of Punjab: You can apply to your local Senior Superintendent of Police, or the senior ranking police official at the police station in your District.
For residents of other states: You can apply at your local District Police Station.
For residents of Delhi: You can apply at your local District Police Station or online on the Delhi Police website or on the Passport India website. The Web site will list what information and documents you need. If you apply online, your certificate will be returned to you electronically.
The one which they send electronically is the one with Digital Signatures.
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Guys share your views on these new PCC validity and acceptability. The one with digital signatures issued by Delhi police since last year end. These police certificates are issued by DSP of your area and seems fine in my opinion. As it contains a PCC number which CIC can confirm by sending an email in case they want to do any further enquiry.
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