✅ GST Registration Process
1. Visit the Official GST Portal
Go to https://www.gst.gov.in.
Navigate to Services > Registration > New Registration.@EconomicTimes+8Mahila Money+8tutorial.gst.gov.in+8
2. Fill Part A of the Application
Provide details such as:
Business Type
Legal Name
PAN
Email Address
Mobile Number
Complete the CAPTCHA and click Proceed.
An OTP will be sent to your email and mobile for verification.
Upon successful verification, a Temporary Reference Number (TRN) will be generated.tutorial.gst.gov.in+4www.bajajfinserv.in+4BankBazaar+4TaxGuru+3tutorial.gst.gov.in+3www.bajajfinserv.in+3@EconomicTimes+5BankBazaar+5www.bajajfinserv.in+5
3. Fill Part B of the Application
Return to the GST portal and select Temporary Reference Number (TRN).
Enter the TRN and CAPTCHA, then click Proceed.
Verify the OTP sent to your email and mobile.
Complete the application by filling in the required details across various tabs:
Business Details
Promoter/Partner Information
Authorized Signatory Details
Principal Place of Business
Additional Places of Business
Goods and Services Details
State-Specific Information
Aadhaar Authentication
Upload the necessary documents as per the requirements.@EconomicTimes+2www.bajajfinserv.in+2BankBazaar+2tutorial.gst.gov.in+1www.bajajfinserv.in+1
4. Verification and Submission
Review the details and submit the application using one of the following methods:
Electronic Verification Code (EVC)
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
e-Sign using Aadhaar OTP
Upon successful submission, an Application Reference Number (ARN) will be generated.www.bajajfinserv.in+3BankBazaar+3ClearTax+3
5. ARN Tracking
Use the ARN to track the status of your application.
Visit https://www.gst.gov.in and go to Services > Registration > Track Application Status.
Enter the ARN and CAPTCHA to view the current status.BankBazaar
📄 Documents Required for GST Registration
PAN Card of the business or individual
Aadhaar Card
Proof of Business Address (e.g., electricity bill, rent agreement)
Bank Account Details (e.g., cancelled cheque, bank statement)
Photographs of the proprietor or partners
Business Constitution Proof (e.g., partnership deed, incorporation certificate)
Authorization Form (if applicable)tutorial.gst.gov.in+7TaxGuru+7Mahila Money+7TaxGuru+3Mahila Money+3TaxGuru+3
💡 Important Notes
GST registration is free of charge.
Incomplete or incorrect applications may lead to delays or rejections.
Ensure all documents are valid and up-to-date to avoid complications.
For detailed guidance, refer to the ClearTax GST Registration Guide.
What is GSTIN?
Purpose: GSTIN serves as a unique ID to identify a registered taxpayer under GST.
Usage: It is used for all GST-related activities such as filing returns, paying GST, and claiming input tax credit.
Issued by: GSTIN is issued by the government’s GST portal when a business completes GST registration.
Structure of GSTIN:
The 15-digit GSTIN is composed of:
First 2 digits: State code (based on Indian Census codes)
Next 10 digits: PAN (Permanent Account Number) of the taxpayer
13th digit: Entity number of the same PAN in a state (like if the same PAN has multiple registrations)
14th digit: Alphabet ‘Z’ by default
15th digit: Checksum digit (used for error detection)
Example of GSTIN:
29ABCDE1234F1Z5 |
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29 = Karnataka (state code) |
ABCDE1234F = PAN |
1 = Entity number |
Z = Default |
5 = Checksum |
Learn the step-by-step process to apply for GST registration in India. Check required documents, fees, and how to get your GSTIN easily.