FAQs on GST registration

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There are four GST types namely

  • Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST)
  • State Goods and Services Tax (SGST)
  • Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST), and
  • Union Territory Goods and Services Tax (UTGST)

The taxation rate under each of them is different.

There are four GST types namely

  • Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST)
  • State Goods and Services Tax (SGST)
  • Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST), and
  • Union Territory Goods and Services Tax (UTGST)

The taxation rate under each of them is different.

Here are the steps to download the GST registration certificate:

  • Login to the GST portal
  • Go to ‘Services’ > ‘User Services’ > ‘View/ Download Certificate
  • GST registration certificate
  • Click on the ‘Download’ icon
  • Open the downloaded PDF document and take a printout
  • Display the printed certificate prominently at all your places of business in the State or UT.

Listed are the benefits of GST registration:

  • Eliminates the cascading effect of tax
  • Composition scheme for small business
  • Simple and easy online procedure
  • Defined treatment for e-commerce operators
  • The number of compliances is lesser
  • Improved efficiency of logistics
  • The unorganised sector is regulated under GST.

Yes, GST applies to all service providers, manufacturers and traders. It extends to any dealers, bloggers and writers, import-export businesses, all kinds of startups and companies, whether they are LLPs, proprietorships, partnerships, or private limited companies.

GST registration usually takes between 5-7 working days.

No. A person without GST registration cannot claim any input tax credit for the GST paid by him or collect GST from his customers.

If you applied for GST registration and your application was rejected, you will get a chance to reply to the rejection letter. However, if you wish to make a new application, then you would have to wait for a final rejection, which will take around 10 days.

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