How to Register for GST in India 2025 – LegalAdviceIndia’s Complete Online Guide

Welcome to LegalAdviceIndia’s comprehensive guide on GST registration for Indian businesses! If your annual turnover crosses ₹40 lakh (goods) or ₹20 lakh (services), or if you engage in interstate transactions, e-commerce, or reverse charge activities, GST compliance is mandatory. In this guide, we walk you through the latest process—fully online, streamlined, and compliant with current regulations.

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2025 GST Registration Eligibility – Do You Need to Register?

You are required to register for GST if any of these apply:

• Turnover over ₹40 lakh (goods) or ₹20 lakh (services). For special states, lower thresholds apply. TaxGuru5paisa

• Involved in inter-state supply, e-commerce, reverse charge, or are a non-resident taxable person. TaxGuru5paisa

• Can also voluntarily register to claim input tax credit and build credibility. TaxGuru

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Documents You’ll Need to Apply

Keep these documents ready:

• PAN & Aadhaar (proprietor or directors)

• Proof of business address (electricity bill, municipal khata, etc.)

• Photograph (JPEG/PDF, under 100 KB)

• Proof of business constitution (e.g. partnership deed, certificate of incorporation)

• Bank account details (optional at registration, but helpful)
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Latest 2025 Guidelines: What’s New?

• Simplified document proof: Submit only one document as proof of Principal Place of Business—like a property tax receipt or electricity bill. MYGSTRefund

• Reduced unnecessary queries: Authorities have been instructed not to demand extraneous documentation. MYGSTRefund

• Faster authentication: If you opt for Aadhaar-based authentication, your application may bypass physical verification. ClearTax+1

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Step-by-Step GST Registration Process

Part A – TRN Generation

1. Visit the GST Portal → Services → Registration → New Registration

2. Enter your business name, PAN, email, and mobile number (or linked contact details)

3. Receive OTP, validate, and obtain the Temporary Reference Number (TRN)—valid for 15 days
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Part B – Application Submission

1. Log in with your TRN

2. Complete these sections:

   • Business Info: trade name, turnover, composition status, etc.

   • Promoter/Director Details: Aadhaar, PAN, photo, address

   • Authorised Signatory (if applicable)

   • Business Address: Upload address proof, NOC if rented

   • Goods/Services with HSN/SAC codes

   • Bank Accounts (optional during registration)

   • Aadhaar authentication option
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Verification & ARN Issuance

• Submit using: EVC (OTP), e-Sign (Aadhaar), or DSC (for companies)

• Receive an Application Reference Number (ARN) via email/SMS

• Track your application on the GST portal using your ARN
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Approval Timeline

• Aadhaar authenticated cases: GSTIN issued in 3–7 working days

• Non-Aadhaar cases: May take up to 10 days or require physical verification
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Common Pitfalls—How to Avoid Them

• Mismatch between PAN and Aadhaar

• Wrong business type selection (e.g., composition vs. regular)

• Low-quality or incorrect address proof

• Large or unreadable files

• Missing OTP or delayed response to verification
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Real Insights from Indian Businesses

“It took about 30 days to get GST registration because my Aadhaar wasn’t linked properly; officer raised queries and had to reply.”
— Reddit user sharing real experience Reddit

Early Aadhaar linkage, correct documentation, and prompt replies help speed things up significantly.

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Final Thoughts

With LegalAdviceIndia’s updated guide, businesses can confidently walk through the GST registration process, avoiding pitfalls and ensuring compliance. Want this transformed into an HTML page, social media snippets, or a downloadable checklist? Just let me know—I’m here to help!