GST registration is mandatory for businesses with annual turnover above ₹40 lakh (₹20 lakh for services and special states). Here is the complete step-by-step guide for 2025.
Who Must Register for GST?
- Businesses with annual turnover above ₹40 lakh (goods) or ₹20 lakh (services)
- Interstate suppliers regardless of turnover
- E-commerce sellers on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho
- Casual and non-resident taxable persons
- Businesses liable for tax under reverse charge mechanism
Documents Required
- PAN card of the business / applicant
- Aadhaar card of authorised signatory
- Business registration proof (Certificate of Incorporation, partnership deed etc.)
- Address proof of principal place of business
- Bank account statement or cancelled cheque
- Passport-size photograph of promoters/directors
- DSC for companies and LLPs
Step-by-Step GST Registration Process
Step 1: Visit gst.gov.in → Services → Register Now → New Registration. Fill your state, legal name and PAN. Verify email and phone via OTP. Save your TRN (Temporary Reference Number).
Step 2: Use the TRN to log in and complete Part B — business details, promoter information, authorised signatory, principal place of business and bank account details.
Step 3: Upload all required documents and submit the application using DSC (for companies and LLPs) or EVC/Aadhaar OTP (for proprietors and partnerships).
Step 4: Your ARN (Application Reference Number) is generated. The GST officer processes the application within 7 working days. Your 15-digit GSTIN is issued upon approval.
Government Fee
There is no government fee for GST registration — it is completely free on the GST portal. CatchMinds Solutions provides complete GST registration support starting from ₹999 all-inclusive.
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