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Introduction and Its Compliance
Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a single indirect tax applied on the supply of goods and services throughout India. Enacted under the GST Act 2017, it replaced various state and central taxes and implemented uniform tax system. GST Registration is compulsory for entities over the prescribed turnover limits special interstate and e-commerce businesses. Lawfinity provide complete assistance for GST Registration within the country, ensuring seamless compliance with all legal provisions under the GST regime.
Why It Is Needed
GST Registration is legally required for businesses crossing the specified turnover threshold or involved in certain categories of trade. It enables businesses to collect tax from customers and claim Input Tax Credit (ITC). Lawfinity assists entities and businesses to properly and expediently register in order to mitigate risks of non-compliance, penalties and loss of tax benefits.
Benefits and Advantages
- Legal Recognition and Compliance GST registration legally recognizes a business under the tax system and avoids legal complications or penalties related to tax evasion.
- Input Tax Credit (ITC) Eligibility Registered businesses can claim input tax credit on purchases, reducing the overall cost of goods or services.
- Facilitates Interstate Sales With GST registration, businesses can sell goods and services across states without restrictions or additional taxes.
- Improves Credibility with Buyers GSTIN on invoices increases transparency and builds trust with customers, vendors and corporate clients.
- Mandatory for E-commerce Sellers GST registration is essential to sell on online platforms like Amazon, Flipkart and others.
Eligibility Criteria
- Businesses with annual aggregate turnover exceeding:
- ₹40 lakhs for goods (₹20 lakhs in special category states)
- ₹20 lakhs for services (₹10 lakhs in special category states)
- Interstate suppliers of goods/services
- E-commerce sellers and aggregators
- Businesses registered under previous tax laws (VAT, Excise, Service Tax)
- Casual taxable persons or non-resident taxable persons
- Input Service Distributors (ISD) and agents
Documents Required
- PAN of the applicant/business
- KYC Documents of the applicant (Email id, Mobile No. PAN, Aadhaar, Voter id, Bank Statement etc.)
- Passport-size photograph
- Business address proof (utility bill, rent agreement, etc.)
- Bank account details (cancelled cheque or bank statement)
- Digital Signature (for companies and LLPs)
- Authorization letter or board resolution
Steps for Applying
- Consultation & Assessment: Lawfinity assesses the business model and turnover threshold for applicability.
- Document Collection: We collect, verify and organize the necessary documents.
- Application Filing: Lawfinity submits the GST REG-01 form online on the GST portal with proper classification of business.
- ARN Generation: An Application Reference Number (ARN) is generated for tracking purposes.
- Verification & Approval: If required, additional documents or clarification are provided. On successful verification, the GSTIN is issued.
- Certificate Download & Activation: The GST certificate is downloaded and shared with the client for display and use in invoicing.
Penalties
- ₹10,000 or 10% of the tax due (whichever is higher) for non-registration despite liability
- ₹25,000 for furnishing false information
- ₹100/day (up to ₹5,000) for delayed filing of GST returns
- Seizure of goods and prosecution in case of fraudulent activities
- Loss of Input Tax Credit if GST is not charged properly
Timelines
Document Collection & Preparation
1 to 2 working days
Application Filing
Within 1 day after document verification
GSTIN Approval
3 to 7 working days (subject to portal response and additional queries)
Total Estimated Time
5 to 7 working days*
Timelines may vary depending on document verification and government approvals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Because every great business starts with the right answers.
No, only businesses crossing the threshold turnover or involved in specific activities like interstate supply or e-commerce need to register.
Yes, businesses can apply voluntarily even if are below the threshold, especially to claim ITC and gain credibility.
Yes, businesses operating in multiple states need to register separately in each state.
GSTIN is a unique 15-digit identification number assigned upon successful GST registration.
If branches are within the same state and under the same PAN, they can be included under one registration. Otherwise, multiple registrations are required.
The regular scheme allows ITC claims and requires monthly filings. The composition scheme offers lower tax rates but restricts ITC and is suitable for small businesses.
Yes, for companies and LLPs, a digital signature is mandatory while filing the application.
You may face penalties and any GST collected during the period may become unrecoverable without proper registration.
Yes, Lawfinity offers comprehensive GST services including registration, amendment, return filing, audits and compliance management.
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