Guide
GST Registration Process
— Step by Step
Everything you need to know about registering for GST in India, from checking eligibility to receiving your GSTIN.
Everything you need to know about registering for GST in India, from checking eligibility to receiving your GSTIN.
Registration is mandatory if annual turnover exceeds ₹40 lakhs for goods (₹20 lakhs in special category states) or ₹20 lakhs for services (₹10 lakhs in special category states), or if you're involved in inter-state supply, e-commerce, or import/export regardless of turnover.
PAN card, Aadhaar card, business address proof (electricity bill/rent agreement + NOC), bank account details (cancelled cheque or bank statement), and a passport-size photo of the proprietor/partners/directors.
Visit the GST portal (gst.gov.in) and fill Form GST REG-01, providing business details, promoter/partner information, and the principal place of business.
Complete Aadhaar-based authentication (or opt for physical verification if Aadhaar authentication isn't done), which can speed up approval significantly.
A GST officer reviews the application and supporting documents. If everything is in order, approval is typically granted within 7 working days (may extend to 30 days if physical verification is required).
On approval, you receive a 15-digit GST Identification Number (GSTIN) and a GST Registration Certificate, after which you can start charging and collecting GST on your invoices.
With Aadhaar authentication completed and documents in order, GST registration is typically approved within 7 working days. If physical verification of the business premises is required, it can take up to 30 days.