Overview
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is India's comprehensive indirect tax levied on the supply of goods and services. Registration is legally mandatory for businesses whose aggregate annual turnover exceeds Rs. 40 Lakhs for goods (Rs. 20 Lakhs in Special Category States) or Rs. 20 Lakhs for services. Furthermore, any business engaged in inter-state supply, e-commerce sales, or export/import must obtain a GSTIN regardless of turnover. Getting registered allows you to legally collect tax from your customers and claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) on your business purchases.
What is Included in Our Package
Detailed compliance and filing scope managed by JRC corporate experts.
Documents Required to Start
Upload digital files during onboarding. No physical submissions needed.
Business Identity Proofs
- PAN Card of the Business Entity / Proprietor
- Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed
- Aadhaar Card and PAN of the Director / Proprietor
- Passport-sized photograph of the authorized signatory
Premises & Banking Proofs
- Latest Utility Bill (Electricity/Water) of the registered office
- Rent Agreement (if rented) along with NOC from the owner
- Cancelled Cheque or Bank Statement of the business account
Step-by-Step Registration Timeline
Our step-by-step advisory workflow.
Step 1: Document Collection & Validation
We verify your PAN, Aadhaar linking, and ensure the rental agreement format is compliant with tax department standards.
Step 2: Portal Submission (REG-01)
We file the comprehensive Part A and Part B of the REG-01 application on the GST portal.
Step 3: Aadhaar Authentication
An OTP is sent to the Aadhaar-linked mobile number of the authorized signatory to digitally authenticate the application.
Step 4: Certificate Generation
The jurisdictional officer reviews the application. Upon approval (usually within 3-7 working days), the 15-digit GSTIN and Registration Certificate are generated.
Key Advantages of GST Registration
A valid GSTIN is essential for scaling B2B operations and ensuring tax efficiency.
Input Tax Credit (ITC)
You can offset the GST you paid on business purchases (raw materials, laptops, office rent) against the GST you collect from customers, reducing your overall tax liability.
Expand to E-Commerce
Platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and Swiggy mandate a valid GSTIN to onboard you as a seller.
Inter-State Sales
Without a GSTIN, it is illegal to supply goods across state borders. Registration unlocks the entire national market for your products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to common regulatory inquiries.
Is GST mandatory for freelancers?▼
Freelancers must register for GST only if their annual income exceeds Rs. 20 Lakhs, or if they are exporting services (e.g., providing software services to clients outside India).
Can I use a residential address for GST registration?▼
Yes, you can register a business at a residential address provided you have a valid utility bill in the owner's name and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from them.
Do I have to file returns if I have zero sales?▼
Yes. Once registered, it is mandatory to file monthly or quarterly GST returns. If there were no transactions, you must file a "Nil" return. Failure to do so attracts late fees of Rs. 50 per day.
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