How to Get a GST Number in India
A GST number, also called a GSTIN (Goods and Services Tax Identification Number), is issued to a business after it registers for GST on the official GST portal. The registration is completed online. The applicant submits a GST REG-01 application, uploads the required documents, verifies identity with Aadhaar, and receives an Application Reference Number (ARN). After verification by the tax officer, the GSTIN is issued.
The general steps are: 1. Visit the official GST portal and open the registration form (Services > Registration > New Registration). 2. Enter the PAN, mobile number, email address and state, then verify the OTPs sent to both. 3. Fill in the business details, promoter and partner information, and principal place of business. 4. Upload the required documents, such as PAN, Aadhaar, address proof and bank details. 5. Complete Aadhaar authentication and submit the application with a digital signature or EVC. 6. Track the ARN status until the GSTIN certificate is issued.
The facts available for this query do not state the registration fees or the processing timeline, so those details are not covered here. Check the official GST portal for current information.
Key Points
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number format | 15-character GSTIN |
| Issued by | GST portal (Goods and Services Tax, India) |
| Application form | GST REG-01 |
| Reference number | ARN, issued after submission |
| Identity check | Aadhaar authentication |
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