GST Registration in India
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SolveLegalX helps you apply for GST registration online with expert-reviewed filing, document preparation, Aadhaar authentication support, ARN tracking and GSTIN assistance. No self-serve form where one wrong detail can delay approval.
10,000+
Businesses supported
GSTIN
Application support
3 days
For eligible cases
ARN
Tracked till approval
Start Your GST Registration
Share your business type and requirement. We check eligibility, documents, route and scheme before filing.
Why GST
GST registration helps your business sell legally, claim eligible credit and build credibility with customers, banks and marketplaces.
Issue GST invoices
Sell legally and provide compliant invoices to customers and clients.
Claim input tax credit
Use eligible credit on business purchases to reduce tax leakage.
Sell across India
Operate beyond local markets and support interstate growth.
Marketplace readiness
Sell on platforms like Amazon, Flipkart and Meesho where registration may be required.
Better credibility
Registered suppliers look more reliable to clients, banks and tender evaluators.
Cleaner compliance
Timely registration and filing reduce avoidable notices, penalties and vendor friction.
Avoid risk
A rejected or wrongly filed application can cost you weeks, and the wrong scheme can cost money all year.
Wrong scheme
Choosing Composition when Regular suits you better, or the reverse, can hurt tax credit and sales flexibility.
PAN and Aadhaar mismatch
Mismatched identity details are a common cause of rejection and delay.
Weak address proof
Expired or incomplete premises documents can trigger queries or verification delays.
Missing bank details
Forgetting the 30-day bank-details requirement can suspend your registration.
Skipped authentication
Delaying Aadhaar or biometric verification can hold up approval.
Late registration
If registration is required and skipped, penalties can apply, starting at 10% of tax due with a minimum of ₹10,000.
How do you register for GST in India?
You apply online on the GST portal with PAN, business and address details, complete Aadhaar authentication, and receive a 15-digit GSTIN under the CGST Act, 2017. Registration becomes mandatory once the applicable threshold is crossed, and some businesses must register regardless of turnover.
Why GST
GST registration helps your business sell legally, claim eligible credit and build credibility with customers, banks and marketplaces.
Check your route before filing
Eligible businesses may get GST registration in 3 working days.
SolveLegalX checks your route before filing, so you know what to expect.
01
Documents checked
We review your documents first.
02
Route confirmed
We check if you qualify for faster approval.
03
Application filed
We prepare and submit your GST application.
04
ARN tracked
We follow up until approval or clarification.
Eligibility
GST registration becomes mandatory once your applicable turnover threshold is crossed. Some businesses need GST from day one, and some register voluntarily for input tax credit and credibility.
Turnover thresholds
Many businesses follow ₹40 lakh for goods and ₹20 lakh for services, but the actual threshold depends on state, category and supply type.
Interstate suppliers
Businesses supplying goods or services across state lines may need GST registration before scaling further.
E-commerce sellers
Many sellers on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho and similar platforms may need GST regardless of turnover, especially where TCS provisions apply.
Casual or non-resident
Occasional suppliers in another state and non-resident taxable persons often need registration under specific GST categories.
Reverse charge, ISD, TDS or TCS
Registration can be required for businesses paying tax under reverse charge, input service distributors and TDS/TCS deductors.
Voluntary registration
Register voluntarily when you want GST invoices, input tax credit, formal vendor onboarding or stronger marketplace credibility.
Plans and pricing
The government fee for GST registration is ₹0. You pay SolveLegalX for expert support, document preparation, application filing, Aadhaar authentication guidance and follow-up assistance.
Correct filing
₹
Basic
₹999
professional fee
For businesses that need GST registration filed correctly with document guidance.
GST application preparation
GSTIN application filing
Document preparation support
Aadhaar e-KYC guidance
ARN tracking support
Most Popular
₹
Standard
₹1,999
professional fee
For businesses that want registration plus first-month filing support.
Everything in Basic
1 month GST return filing
HSN/SAC setup support
LUT support for exporters, if applicable
First filing reminders
Compliance setup
₹
Premium
₹3,999
professional fee
For businesses that want registration plus short-term GST compliance setup.
Everything in Standard
3 months GST filing
Invoicing setup support
Virtual office address option, if required and available
Dedicated GST manager
Feature / Inclusion
Basic
Standard
Premium
Government portal fee
₹0
₹0
₹0
GST application + GSTIN support
Included
Included
Included
Document preparation + Aadhaar e-KYC support
Included
Included
Included
ARN tracking till approval
Included
Included
Included
1-month return filing
-
Included
Included
HSN/SAC setup and LUT support for exporters
-
Included
Included
3 months GST filing
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Included
Invoicing setup + virtual-office address option
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Included
Casual taxable persons and non-resident taxable persons may need to pay an advance tax deposit at registration. Late fees, interest and government dues are passed through at actuals.
GST types
Most growing businesses register as regular taxpayers, but the right category depends on turnover, sales model, location and input credit needs.
Regular taxpayer
The standard registration. You can claim input tax credit and file GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B.
Composition scheme
For eligible small businesses that want simpler returns and lower fixed tax, but no input tax credit or interstate sales.
Casual taxable person
For occasional supply, such as a stall or event in another state. Usually valid for 90 days.
Non-resident taxable person
For businesses based outside India that supply taxable goods or services in India.
Input Service Distributor
For distributing eligible input tax credit across branches or units.
OIDAR and other cases
Online information and database service providers may have specific registration requirements.
Compare schemes
Choosing the wrong scheme can create avoidable tax and compliance problems, so SolveLegalX checks fit before filing.
Factor
Regular
Composition
Turnover cap
No composition cap; register above threshold
Up to ₹1.5 crore for goods / ₹50 lakh for services, subject to rules
Tax rate
Standard GST rates
Lower fixed rate
Input tax credit
Available if eligible
Not available
Interstate sales
Allowed
Generally not allowed
Returns
GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B
CMP-08 quarterly and annual return
Best for
Growing businesses, B2B sellers, exporters and marketplace-focused models
Small local traders and manufacturers with simple operations
Most growing businesses choose Regular GST because input tax credit, interstate sales and marketplace operations matter as the business scales.
Documents
Keep these ready and your registration moves faster. The exact documents depend on your entity type and place of business.
Proprietor / Individual
PAN and Aadhaar of the owner
Photograph
Bank proof
Business address proof
Partnership / LLP
PAN of firm
Partnership deed or LLP certificate
PAN and Aadhaar of partners
Photograph, bank proof and address proof
Private Limited Company
Company PAN and Certificate of Incorporation
PAN and Aadhaar of directors
Board resolution or authorization
Bank proof and address proof
HUF
PAN of HUF
PAN and Aadhaar of the Karta
Photograph
Bank proof and address proof
Foreign company
Registration certificate
Passport of authorized signatory
Indian bank proof
Business address proof
Address proof
Recent electricity or water bill
Rent agreement, if rented
NOC from property owner, if applicable
Aadhaar authentication for applicants
Process
A guided online flow from plan selection to GSTIN issue, with expert review before the application reaches the portal.
01
Start your GST request
Choose a plan and share your GST registration requirement.
02
Share documents and business details
We collect PAN, business details, address proof, bank proof and entity documents where applicable.
03
Expert review
A GST expert checks your details, scheme, address proof, document readiness and fast-route eligibility.
04
Application filing
We prepare and file your GST registration application on the GST portal.
05
Aadhaar authentication
You complete Aadhaar authentication through OTP or biometric verification where required.
06
ARN tracking
Your Application Reference Number is generated and tracked until approval.
07
GSTIN and certificate
Your GSTIN and GST certificate are issued after approval, and first filing support begins if your plan includes it.
Business types
Whatever you are building, the GST route depends on the entity, sales channel and supply type.
Proprietors and freelancers
Register once you cross the applicable threshold, need GST invoices or want input tax credit.
Partnerships and LLPs
Registration is handled with your deed or certificate and partner details.
Private limited companies
Get GST registration as part of becoming operational after incorporation.
E-commerce sellers
Many marketplace sellers need GST registration regardless of turnover.
Exporters
GST registration and LUT support can help exporters manage compliance smoothly.
Growing agencies
Use GST registration to issue compliant invoices, claim credit and work with larger clients.
Social signals
Direct answers on cost, fees, timeline, symbols, validity, classes, objections and self-filing.
Clients we have worked with
From consumer brands to operating businesses, SolveLegalX gives teams a premium legal workflow without the manual back-and-forth.
Our legal team now spends more time making decisions instead of searching through documents. That shift alone changed our workflow completely.
OP Singh
CEO BURNET PHARMA
The experience feels premium from start to finish. Faster reviews, cleaner collaboration, and far less manual back-and-forth.
Chandan Arora
CEO GREYLINE
We were looking for a modern legal AI platform that actually understands how legal teams work. SolveLegalX delivered exactly that.
Sumit Kumar Gupta
CEO
FAQs
Direct answers on eligibility, cost, timeline, GSTIN, documents, schemes, filing and penalties.
Who needs to register for GST?
What is the turnover limit for GST registration?
How much does GST registration cost?
How long does GST registration take?
How do I get a GST number?
How many digits is a GST number?
What documents do I need?
What are the types of GST registration?
Composition or Regular: which scheme should I choose?
Can I register for GST for a proprietorship, company or e-commerce business?
Do I have to file returns after registering?
Can NRIs or foreign businesses register?
What is the penalty for not registering?
Is GST registration free?
Get your GSTIN with ₹0 government fee and a real expert checking every step, in as little as 3 working days for eligible businesses.