GST Registration in India
The process by which businesses or individuals register under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime as per the GST Act is known as GST Registration in India. GST is a comprehensive indirect tax that replaces multiple indirect taxes previously levied by the Central and State Governments on the supply of goods and services across India.By registering for GST, businesses can ensure compliance with the law, collect and remit GST to the government, and claim the input tax credit on their purchases.
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INTRODUCTION
📌 What is GST Registration?
The introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India marked a significant shift in the country’s indirect taxation system by merging multiple indirect taxes into a single, unified tax structure. The GST framework simplifies the taxation of goods and services under one law, replacing various indirect taxes imposed by the Central and State Governments. The revenue generated is shared through Central GST (CGST), Integrated GST (IGST), and State GST (SGST), ensuring fair distribution between the Centre and the States.
📌 Threshold Limit for Registration
Businesses must register under GST if they meet the prescribed turnover limits:
For businesses supplying goods: annual aggregate turnover exceeding Rs. 40 lakhs
For service providers: annual aggregate turnover exceeding Rs. 20 lakhs
For businesses operating in the North-Eastern and Special Category States: the limits are Rs. 20 lakhs for goods and Rs. 10 lakhs for services.
Many businesses opt for voluntary GST registration even if they fall below these limits to avail benefits like input tax credit, interstate sales, and enhanced credibility.
In India, GST registration is a 100% online process. Being registered under GST enables a business to legally collect tax, pass on the credit of the taxes paid on purchases, and be recognized as a compliant, registered supplier.
Advantage
Advantages of GST Registration in India
Avail Input Tax Credit and Reduce Costs
Once registered under GST, a supplier of goods or services can claim credit for the GST paid on purchases and inputs used for business operations. This Input Tax Credit (ITC) helps reduce the overall cost of goods and services. Registered businesses can also pass on the benefit of ITC to their customers, making their offerings more competitive in the market.
Simplified and Permanent Registration
The GST registration process is fully online and hassle-free with professional assistance. Once granted, the business receives a GST Registration Certificate with a unique GSTIN (Goods and Services Tax Identification Number). This registration is permanent and does not require renewal, ensuring a stable compliance status.
Legally Recognized Supplier Status
A registered business, whether registered voluntarily or mandatorily, can legally collect GST from customers and pass on the tax credit. GST registration enables businesses to issue proper (“pakka”) tax invoices, increasing their credibility. Voluntary registrants also enjoy the same rights and responsibilities as other registered taxpayers under GST law.
Simplified Compliance Requirements
After registration, a business must comply with periodic return filing requirements under the GST regime. The GST system makes these compliance obligations straightforward, with simplified return formats and easy online filing. Regular and accurate filing helps businesses maintain a good GST compliance rating, boosting their reputation with customers and authorities alike.
A LIST OF DOCUMENTS
✅Documents Required for GST Registration
To complete your GST registration smoothly, ensure you have the following documents ready:
📌 1. Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
Required for companies and LLPs — the DSC of the Directors or Partners must be provided.
📌 2. Passport-Sized Photographs
Recent passport-sized photographs of the proprietor, all partners, or directors are needed.
📌 3. PAN Card of the Entity
A clear copy of the business entity’s PAN Card is mandatory.
📌 4. PAN and Aadhaar Card of Proprietor/Partners/Directors
Self-attested copies of both the PAN Card and Aadhaar Card for each proprietor, partner, or director.
📌 5. Proof of Business Address
Submit any recent utility bill (electricity, water, or property tax) and a copy of the municipal Khata or property tax receipt as proof of the principal place of business.
📌 6. Rent Agreement or Consent Letter
If the premises are rented, provide a registered rent agreement.
If not available, a letter of consent/NOC from the property owner will suffice.
📌 7. Bank Account Details
Provide a copy of your latest bank statement, a cancelled cheque, or the first page of the passbook showing account details and IFSC code.
📌 8. Certificate of Registration / Incorporation Documents
Submit your business registration proof — such as a Partnership Deed, LLP Agreement, or Certificate of Incorporation with Memorandum and Articles of Association (MOA & AOA), as applicable.
✅ Having these documents ready will ensure a smooth and quick GST registration process.
✅ Structure of GSTIN
The Goods and Services Taxpayer Identification Number (GSTIN) is a unique 15-digit number assigned to every taxpayer registered under the GST regime. It is entirely PAN-based and follows a specific format:
1. First Two Digits – State Code
These two digits represent the State Code as per the Indian Census 2011. For example, 27 is Maharashtra, 09 is Uttar Pradesh, etc.
4. Fourteenth Digit – Default Letter ‘Z’
This digit is kept as Z by default for all taxpayers.
2. Next Ten Digits – PAN Number
The next ten digits are the Permanent Account Number (PAN) of the registered business entity.
5. Fifteenth Digit – Check Code
The last digit is an alphabetic check digit used for error detection. It is auto-generated based on a specific formula.
Thirteenth Digit – Entity Number
This digit indicates the number of registrations a business entity has within a state under the same PAN. For example, if an entity has only one registration in a state, it will be 1.
📑 Apply for GST Number in 3 Easy Steps
Step 1: Answer Quick Questions
✔️ Choose a package that best fits your business needs
✔️ Spend less than 10 minutes to fill out our simple questionnaire
✔️ Provide the basic details & upload the required documents
✔️ Make payment through our secured payment gateway
Step 2: Experts Are Here to Help
✔️ Dedicated Relationship Manager assigned to you
✔️ Collection and review of all necessary documents
✔️ Preparation and filing of your GST application
✔️ Submission of signed documents with the GST Department
✔️ Allotment of your permanent GSTIN
Step 3: Your GST Registration is Done!
✔️ Get your GST Registration Certificate in 4–6 working days
*(Subject to Government processing time)
✅ The Process – GST Registration Online
Day 1
🔹 Consultation to determine your GST registration requirements
🔹 Collection of basic information & documents
🔹 Preparation of required documents
🔹 Sharing documents for your signature, if needed
Day 2 – 3
🔹 Drafting and submission of the online GST application
🔹 Filing your application with the GST Department
Day 4 onwards
🔹 Government processing time
🔹 Issuance of your GST Registration Certificate*
💡 Tip: Keep your documents handy to speed up the process!
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions before reaching out? Here are quick answers to some of the most common queries we receive about contacting us, consultations, and service inquiries.
GST registration is mandatory for:
Businesses whose total turnover exceeds ₹40 Lakh for goods and ₹20 Lakh for services (₹20 Lakh/₹10 Lakh for North-Eastern and special category states).
Casual taxable persons and non-resident taxable persons.
Agents of suppliers and Input Service Distributors (ISD).
E-commerce operators and electronic commerce aggregators.
Any person supplying goods or services through an e-commerce platform.
Apart from these, any eligible business may also apply for GST registration voluntarily to avail benefits like input tax credit.
A supplier must apply for GST registration in each state from where taxable goods or services are supplied. If your business operates in multiple states, you must obtain a separate GST registration for each state where you have a place of business.
No. Under the GST law, a single GST registration is not permitted for operations in multiple states. You need to apply for separate GST registrations for each state where your business is located, even if the business operates under the same PAN.
Once your GST application is verified and approved by the GST Department, a GST Registration Certificate is issued in soft copy. This certificate includes your unique GSTIN (Goods and Services Taxpayer Identification Number).
You are not required to register under GST if you fall under any of these:
An agriculturist for agricultural activities.
A person exclusively supplying goods/services that are wholly exempt or not liable to GST.
Services provided by any court or tribunal.
Services provided by an employee to an employer.
Services related to funeral, burial, crematorium or mortuary, including transport of the deceased.
Sale of land (subject to Schedule 5 (ii)(b)) or sale of a completed building.
Actionable claims, except lottery, betting, and gambling.
Any person whose turnover is below the prescribed threshold limit.
Under GST, the “supply” of goods and/or services is the taxable event. This includes transactions such as sale, transfer, barter, exchange, license, rental, lease, or disposal made (or agreed to be made) for consideration in the course or furtherance of business.