Who needs to register for GST in India?

Any business with annual turnover above ₹40 lakhs (goods) or ₹20 lakhs (services) must register for GST. E-commerce sellers, inter-state suppliers, and reverse charge recipients must register regardless of turnover.

What documents are required for GST registration?

Documents needed: PAN card, Aadhaar card, business address proof, bank account details, photograph, and for companies — MOA/AOA and Certificate of Incorporation.

How long does GST registration take?

GST registration is typically completed in 3–7 working days after successful document submission on the GST portal.

Is GST registration free?

Government GST registration has no government fee. However, professional CA assistance typically costs ₹499 to ₹2,000 depending on the service provider.

GST · Tax & Compliance

GST Registration in India 2025: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

By FreWork CA Team · Updated July 2025 · 8 min read

GST (Goods and Services Tax) registration is mandatory for every business in India that crosses the turnover threshold. This complete guide covers who needs to register, what documents are required, the exact online process, timeline, and costs — so you can get your GSTIN without confusion.

Who Needs GST Registration in India?

GST registration is mandatory if your annual turnover exceeds:

₹40 lakhs — for businesses dealing in goods (₹20 lakhs for special category states)
₹20 lakhs — for service providers (₹10 lakhs for special category states)

Regardless of turnover, you must register if you: sell on e-commerce platforms (Amazon, Flipkart), make inter-state supplies, are liable to pay tax under reverse charge, or are a non-resident taxable person.

Documents Required for GST Registration

PAN card of the business / proprietor / directors
Aadhaar card of the authorized signatory
Business address proof (electricity bill, rent agreement)
Bank account details (cancelled cheque / bank statement)
Photograph of the proprietor / directors
For companies: MOA, AOA, Certificate of Incorporation
For LLP: LLP agreement and certificate

GST Registration Process Online — Step by Step

Visit gst.gov.in → New Registration
Enter PAN, email, mobile number → OTP verification
Fill Part A of the form → get Temporary Reference Number (TRN)
Login with TRN → fill Part B (business details, address, bank, HSN codes)
Upload required documents
Submit application → Application Reference Number (ARN) generated
GST officer reviews → may issue notice for clarification
GSTIN issued within 3–7 working days

GST Registration Fee in India

The Government does not charge any fee for GST registration. However, most businesses use a CA or tax consultant to avoid errors, which typically costs ₹499 to ₹2,000 depending on the business type and complexity.

FreWork offers CA-assisted GST registration from ₹499 — including document review, portal filing, and follow-up with the GST officer.

After GST Registration — What's Next?

Display your GSTIN on invoices and business premises
File GSTR-1 (outward supplies) monthly or quarterly
File GSTR-3B (summary return + tax payment) monthly
File GSTR-9 (annual return) once a year
Maintain records of all purchases, sales, and input tax credits

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