GST State Code explained: this guide covers what it means, who it applies to, the step-by-step process, documents required, fees, due dates and penalties in India — so you can stay compliant with confidence and avoid costly mistakes.
The GST state code for West Bengal is 19. This two-digit code is the first part of every GSTIN registered in West Bengal and identifies the state for GST purposes.
GST State Code for West Bengal
| State | West Bengal |
| GST State Code | 19 |
| Capital | Kolkata |
How the code appears in a GSTIN
A GSTIN is a 15-character number. The first two digits are the state code — so every GSTIN issued in West Bengal begins with 19. The next ten characters are the PAN, followed by an entity code, a default digit and a checksum.
GST jurisdiction in West Bengal
- Every taxpayer in West Bengal is assigned to either a Central or State GST jurisdiction (division, range and commissionerate)
- You can find your jurisdiction on your GST registration certificate (REG-06) or by searching your GSTIN on the GST portal
- Intra-state supplies in West Bengal attract CGST + SGST; inter-state supplies attract IGST
Staying compliant in West Bengal
Beyond this, every business operating in West Bengal needs to keep its core registrations and filings up to date:
- GST registration and returns (the West Bengal state code is 19)
- Shop & Establishment registration for the premises and staff
- Professional tax deduction and payment (levied in West Bengal)
- Income-tax filing, TDS and proper bookkeeping
More West Bengal guides
- Minimum Wages in West Bengal
- Professional Tax: Slabs & Registration in West Bengal
- Road Tax: Rates & Calculation in West Bengal
- Shop & Establishment Act in West Bengal
- Stamp Duty & Registration Charges in West Bengal
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