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About GST Registration
GST Registration grants you a Goods and Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN) — a 15-digit identifier that is mandatory for businesses with turnover above the threshold (₹40 lakh for goods, ₹20 lakh for services, ₹10 lakh in special-category states), and for inter-state suppliers, e-commerce operators, and many other categories regardless of turnover.
Once registered, you can collect GST from customers, claim input tax credit on your purchases, and operate compliantly across all states.
Key Features
Mandatory above thresholds — Required if turnover exceeds the prescribed limits or if you fall under compulsory categories.
Input Tax Credit — Claim credit on GST paid for business purchases — material savings for most businesses.
Inter-state & E-commerce — Mandatory if you sell across state lines or via e-commerce platforms.
Composition Scheme — Eligible small businesses can opt for the composition scheme to pay tax at a flat rate.
Frequently asked
Common questions about GST Registration.
Businesses crossing GST turnover limit or involved in interstate sales, e-commerce, or taxable services/products need GST registration. GST registration is mandatory if your annual turnover exceeds ₹40 Lakhs (₹20 Lakhs for services) in most states. Regardless of turnover, registration is always required for: Interstate suppliers E-commerce sellers (e.g., Amazon, Flipkart) Non-resident or casual taxable persons.
Yes, GST is generally mandatory for online sellers and e-commerce businesses.
PAN, Aadhaar, business address proof, bank details, and business registration proof are required.
Yes, GST registration is possible with a home or virtual business address.
Yes, freelancers need GST if turnover exceeds the prescribed limit or for interstate services.
Check GST status online on the GST Portal using ARN or GSTIN number.
Yes, one PAN can have multiple GST numbers for different states or business verticals.
GSTIN is a unique 15-digit Goods and Services Tax Identification Number issued to registered businesses.
Download GST certificate from the GST Portal under Services → User Services → View/Download Certificates.
Yes, GST registration is generally mandatory for sellers on Amazon India, Meesho and Flipkart.
Exports are generally zero-rated under GST, but registration and return filing may still be required.
GST audit by CA/CMA is currently not mandatory under GST law, but turnover-based reconciliation/compliance may apply.
A GST notice must usually be replied to within 7 to 30 days, depending on the type of notice.
Failure to reply to a GST notice within the prescribed time may result in penalties, GST cancellation, demand orders, or legal action.
Yes, GST registration can still be rejected even after ARN generation if documents are incorrect, address verification fails, Aadhaar authentication is not completed, or clarification notices are not properly replied to.
GST notices are commonly issued due to mismatch between GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B, excess Input Tax Credit claims, delayed return filing, e-way bill discrepancies, or suspicious transaction patterns detected by the GST department.
Yes, in serious tax recovery or investigation matters, GST authorities may provisionally attach or freeze bank accounts under GST provisions to protect government revenue.
DRC-01 is a GST demand notice issued when the department believes tax has been short-paid, not paid, wrongly refunded, or excess ITC has been claimed by the taxpayer.
ASMT-10 is a scrutiny notice issued when discrepancies are found between GST returns and department records, requiring taxpayers to provide explanations or corrections.
Businesses are generally required to maintain GST invoices, books, and records for at least 72 months from the due date of annual return filing.
GST applicability on reimbursements depends on whether expenses are incurred as pure agent transactions or form part of taxable supply.
Yes, under normal GST provisions, tax liability generally arises on invoice issuance or supply of service even if payment has not yet been received.
Charging incorrect GST rates may lead to tax shortfall, excess payment, interest liability, notices, and invoice correction through debit or credit notes.
Currently, GST on advances is generally not applicable for goods in many cases, but may still apply for services.
Place of supply determines whether a transaction is treated as interstate or intrastate, thereby deciding applicability of IGST or CGST/SGST.
Freelancers exporting services may still require GST registration and LUT filing to claim export benefits and ensure proper compliance.
Letter of Undertaking (LUT) allows exporters to export goods or services without payment of IGST subject to prescribed conditions.
LUT is generally valid for one financial year and needs to be renewed annually.
Yes, GST refunds may be rejected due to incorrect documentation, invoice mismatch, non-compliance, or failure to satisfy refund conditions.
GST refunds are generally processed within 30 to 60 days after successful verification by GST authorities.
GST scrutiny assessment is a departmental review process where GST returns and records are examined for discrepancies or tax irregularities.
Yes, most GST notices can be replied to online through the GST Portal along with supporting documents and explanations.
IRN stands for Invoice Reference Number, a unique number generated for invoices under the GST e-invoicing system.
Yes, e-invoicing becomes mandatory when business turnover exceeds prescribed thresholds notified under GST rules.
Failure to generate e-invoice where mandatory may result in penalties and invoices being treated as invalid.
Yes, GST authorities may detain or seize goods and vehicles moving without valid e-way bills.
MOV-07 is a notice issued for tax and penalty demand when goods or vehicles are detained during transit.
Yes, multiple GST registrations may be obtained depending on business structure, verticals, and states of operation.
Yes, GST may apply on foreign software or digital services under import of services provisions or reverse charge mechanism.
Under reverse charge mechanism, businesses receiving legal services from advocates are generally liable to pay GST themselves.
GST applicability on director remuneration depends on employment relationship and nature of payment made to directors.
Yes, automated systems and AI-based analytics are increasingly used by GST authorities to identify mismatches and compliance risks.
Although GST may not be charged on free samples, Input Tax Credit related to such goods is generally restricted.
Yes, GST may apply on online information and database access services under OIDAR provisions.
Anti-profiteering provisions ensure businesses pass GST rate reduction benefits to customers through reduced prices.
E-commerce operators collect Tax Collected at Source (TCS) from seller transactions and deposit it with the government.
GST implications may apply depending on whether cryptocurrency transactions qualify as supply of goods or services.
Yes, notices may still arise due to reconciliation mismatches, system-generated alerts, or departmental verification.
One of the biggest mistakes is failing to reconcile books, GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and GSTR-2B regularly.
Businesses hire GST consultants to manage compliance, avoid penalties, handle notices, optimize ITC claims, and ensure accurate filings.
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