How to Get your GST Number Online

01/12/2021

What is GST?

Goods and Services Tax, 2017 is an indirect tax that you need to pay to the Government of India if you deal in goods or services. This recently introduced tax has replaced the earlier indirect taxes that both state and central governments used to levy on the sale of goods and services.

As per the GST regime, if your business’s turnover exceeds INR 20 lakhs (INR 40 lakhs for a supplier of goods and INR 10 lakhs for northeastern and hill states), registration under GST is mandatory. You can read more about the eligibility criteria for GST registration here. Not registering under GST is an offense that can lead to penalties. Click here to know more about GST.

Documents Required for GST Registration

Proof of Drawing and Disbursing Officer - Photograph of the Drawing and Disbursing Officer
Proof of Appointment of Authorized Signatory - Photograph of the Authorized Signatory, Letter of Authorization/ Copy of Resolution passed by the Board of Directors (BoD)/Managing Committee and Acceptance Letter
Proof of Principal Place of business

Ownership: Property Tax receipt/Municipal Khata copy/Electricity bill copy/Legal ownership document
Leased: Rent/Lease agreement/Rent receipt with NOC (in case of no agreement or an expired agreement), along with Property Tax receipt/Municipal Khata copy/Electricity bill copy/Legal ownership document
Rented: Rent/Lease agreement/Rent receipt with NOC (in case of no agreement or an expired agreement), along with Property Tax receipt/Municipal Khata copy/Electricity bill copy/Legal ownership document
Consent: Consent letter, along with Property Tax receipt/Municipal Khata copy/Electricity bill copy/Legal ownership document
Shared: Consent letter, along with Property Tax receipt/Municipal Khata copy/Electricity bill copy/Legal ownership document
Others: Legal Ownership Document [1]

Step-by-Step Guide for Online Registration

Here are the steps that you need to follow to easily complete your GST registration online through the GST portal:

Step 1: Visit the Official GST Portal

Visit https://www.gst.gov.in/. Click ‘Services’. Click ‘Registration’ and then click ‘New Registration’.

Step 2: Fill in the Requested Details

After you click ‘New Registration’, you will arrive on the Registration page. On the Registration page, submit the following user credentials:

From the ‘I am a’ dropdown list, select whether you are a taxpayer, a tax collector (e-commerce), a tax deductor, a GST practitioner, a non-resident taxable person, etc.
Select the State or Union Territory where you wish to register your business
Enter the legal name of your business as registered
Enter your Permanent Account Number (PAN) or Tax Deduction Account Number (TAN), whichever is applicable
Enter your e-mail address and mobile number

Once you are done filling in all the information, click ‘Proceed’.

Step 3: OTP Verification

On clicking ‘Proceed’, you will arrive on the OTP Verification page. You will receive two OTPs (One Time Password) on the mobile number and e-mail address submitted in Step 2. These passwords are valid for only 10 minutes. Enter these OTPs in the respective fields to complete your OTP verification.

Step 4: TRN Generation

Now you are done with Part A of the GST registration process. After OTP verification is complete, you will receive a 15-digit Temporary Reference Number (TRN). You can use this TRN to access your GST application at all times. You need to complete Part B of your GST registration within 15 days of completing Part A. You will also need the TRN during that process.

Step: 5: Login with TRN

After receiving the TRN, you will need to repeat Step 1. This time, select the ‘Temporary Reference Number (TRN)’ radio button and enter your 15-digit TRN. Then, enter the captcha code and click ‘Proceed’.

Step: 6: Complete your OTP verification

You will receive another OTP on your registered email address and mobile number. Enter the new OTP and click ‘Proceed’.

Step: 7: Edit your Application

After your OTP is verified, you will arrive on the My Saved Application page. Here, you can see the status of your GST registration application set as ‘Draft’. Click the ‘Edit’ icon.

Step: 8: Submit your Business Information

Now you need to fill in the following details related to your business:

Business Details – Enter details like the legal name of your business, PAN, trade name, the constitution of business, state, district and ward, etc.

Promoter/Partner – Enter your partner/promoter’s personal information, identity information, and residential address in the respective fields and upload their photographs. You can fill in details of up to 10 promoters; in case of sole proprietorship, the proprietor’s information needs to be submitted. After entering all the information, click ‘Save and Continue’.

Authorized Signatory – Enter the details of the person nominated by the promoters, who will be responsible for filing GST returns and have access to the GST portal.
Principal Place of Business - Enter the address of your main office and details like contact information, nature of business activity, address proofs, and ownership proofs/rent agreement/copy of consent letter.

Additional Places of Business – Enter details about your branch offices, warehouses, etc. (if any).

Goods and Services - Enter details about the top five goods and services that you provide. For goods, you can provide the HSN code. For services, provide the SAC code.

Bank Accounts – Enter details of your bank accounts like account number, IFSC code, and account type and upload a copy of your bank statement or passbook.

Verification – Verify all the details that you have entered before submitting your application. Once verified, enter the name of the authorized signatory and the place from where you have filled the form. Then, digitally sign the application using DSC (Digital Signature Certificate)/E-signature or EVC.

Step: 9: ARN Generation

After signing the GST application, you will receive an acknowledgment message and the Application Reference Number (ARN) on your registered email address and mobile number. You can use this number to track your application status.

Step: 10: Log in with GSTIN

Your Registration Certificate and GSTIN (GST number) will be available within 7 days of ARN generation. Now you can visit the GST Portal and log on using your GSTIN details. Remember to change your username and password for future use.

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