GST Registration — All 7 Types Covered
Regular, Composition, ISD, Non-Resident, Casual, E-commerce Operator, UN/Embassy — online application with Aadhaar authentication. GSTIN issued within 3–7 working days.
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What You Need to Know
GST Registration under CGST Act 2017 is mandatory for businesses above threshold (₹40L goods / ₹20L services). 7 types of registration are available based on business nature. TaxClue handles all types — from application to GSTIN issuance.
Types: (1) Regular, (2) Composition (≤₹1.5Cr), (3) ISD (Input Service Distributor), (4) Non-Resident Taxable Person, (5) Casual Taxable Person, (6) E-commerce Operator (TCS), (7) UN/Embassy. No threshold for inter-state supply or e-commerce sellers.
GST Updates 2025–26
E-invoicing mandatory for turnover >₹5 Cr. IMS launched — accept/reject invoices for ITC. HSN 6-digit mandatory >₹5 Cr. QRMP scheme for ≤₹5 Cr. TaxClue monitors all CBIC notifications.
- Free eligibility consultation
- CA-reviewed application filing
- Aadhaar OTP authentication
- ARN tracking & status updates
- GSTIN certificate delivery
- GST compliance calendar
- 30-day post-GSTIN support
Why GST Registration is Critical
Legal Mandate
GST registration is mandatory above threshold. Non-compliance = penalties + prosecution under Sec. 122.
ITC Benefits
Claim Input Tax Credit to reduce your effective tax outflow — saves significant working capital every month.
Compliance Score
Good GST compliance history enables bank loans, government tenders, and business growth.
Govt Tenders
GSTIN mandatory for GeM portal and all central/state government procurement contracts.
Inter-State Trade
Seamless supply across all states with the IGST mechanism — unlocks nationwide market access.
Digital Compliance
100% online — returns, payments, refunds, e-invoicing all managed on the GST portal.
How ITC Saves You Money
Calculated at 18% GST rate. Actual savings depend on GST rate applicable to your industry and ITC eligibility.
Who Needs to Register?
Businesses >₹40L turnover
Mandatory for goods-based businesses crossing ₹40L annual turnover (₹20L in special category states).
E-commerce Sellers
No threshold — mandatory for all sellers on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho and every other platform.
Inter-State Suppliers
No threshold — mandatory for any supply of goods or services crossing a state border.
Service Providers >₹20L
Mandatory for consultants, agencies, and freelancers above ₹20L annual revenue.
Importers / Exporters
Mandatory regardless of turnover. Enables IGST refund on exports and seamless import compliance.
Manufacturers
Input-output ITC management across raw materials, production, and supply chain.
GST Type Finder
Enter your turnover and business category — instantly know which registration type applies.
Gather Your Documents
Tick each document as you gather it. Everything collected securely via WhatsApp / email — zero office visits.
GSTIN in 5 Steps
Consultation
Free call — determine correct GST type & eligibility
Day 1Documents
Collect via WhatsApp / email — zero office visits
Day 1–2CA Filing
CA-reviewed application filed with Aadhaar OTP on GST portal
Day 2–3ARN Issued
Application Reference Number — portal tracking begins
Same DayGSTIN Delivered
GSTIN certificate + compliance calendar sent to you
Day 3–7Start Your GST Registration —
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All 7 Types — Quick Comparison
| GST Type | Turnover Threshold | Returns | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | Above ₹40L (goods) / ₹20L (services) | GSTR-1, 3B monthly | Full ITC available |
| Composition | ≤₹1.5 Cr (goods) / ≤₹50L (services) | CMP-08 quarterly, GSTR-4 annual | Fixed rate, no ITC |
| ISD | Any | GSTR-6 monthly | Distribute ITC to branches |
| QRMP | ≤₹5 Cr | GSTR-1/3B quarterly | PMT-06 monthly payment |
| E-commerce | Any (no threshold) | GSTR-8 monthly | TCS collection |
| Non-Resident | Any | GSTR-5 monthly | 5-day advance registration |
| Casual Taxable | Any | GSTR-1, 3B | Advance tax deposit |
GST Registration — Type Distribution
Based on ~1.8 Cr active GST registrations in India as of 2025.
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Use GST Type Finder ↑Regular GST
Full ITC claim on all purchases. Mandatory for inter-state, e-commerce sellers. File GSTR-1 + GSTR-3B monthly/quarterly.
Composition Scheme
Fixed tax rate (1–6%). Simplified quarterly returns (CMP-08). No ITC on purchases. Cannot do inter-state supply.
ISD (Input Service Distributor)
Distribute common ITC (consultancy, software, rent) across branches/units. Separate GSTIN required for ISD function.
E-commerce Operator
Mandatory TCS (Tax Collected at Source) at 1% on net supplies. File GSTR-8 monthly. Separate from e-commerce seller registration.
Non-Resident / Casual / Others
Non-Resident Taxable Person: foreign businesses supplying in India. Casual: temporary Indian businesses. Advance tax deposit mandatory.
Monthly Due Dates — At a Glance
Penalties & Consequences
Act before a notice arrives
Non-compliance leads to GST cancellation, heavy fines, and criminal prosecution. Regularise now.
| Default | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Non-registration (Sec. 122) | Higher of ₹10,000 or tax due |
| Late GSTR-1 | ₹50/day (₹20 nil) + 18% interest |
| Late GSTR-3B | ₹50/day (₹20 nil) + 18% interest |
| Non-filing 6+ months | Registration cancelled by officer |
| Wrong ITC claim (Sec. 74) | Reversal + 24% interest + 100% penalty |
| E-invoice non-compliance | ₹25,000/invoice + ITC denial to buyer |
| Fake invoice / fraud (Sec. 132) | Arrest — non-bailable if evasion >₹5 Cr |
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End-to-End
From consultation to GSTIN delivery — fully managed, zero effort from you.
Fast Turnaround
3–7 day GSTIN issuance with Aadhaar OTP. No delays, no excuses.
Always Updated
Monitoring all CBIC notifications, GST Council decisions, and circular updates.
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Regulatory Updates 2025–26
- 2025–26IMS (Invoice Management System) — accept/reject supplier invoices for ITC claim. Impacts GSTR-2B auto-population.
- 2025E-invoicing threshold ₹5 Cr — mandatory for all B2B transactions. Auto-populated GSTR-1.
- 2025GSTR-9/9C — mandatory for turnover >₹2 Cr. GSTR-9C self-certified (CA certification removed for most).
- 2024–2553rd GST Council — rate rationalisation, compliance simplification, amnesty for past defaults.
- OngoingQRMP Scheme — quarterly GSTR-1/3B for ≤₹5 Cr turnover with PMT-06 monthly payment.
- OngoingE-way Bill mandatory for goods movement >₹50,000. Extended validity rules apply.
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GST Registration Checklist
Complete document requirements for all 7 registration types with entity-wise breakdown
Download Free →GST Penalty Guide 2025–26
All penalties, interest rates, section references — and exactly how to avoid each one
Download Free →GST Compliance Calendar
All GSTR due dates, annual deadlines, and payment schedules — printable PDF
Download Free →Real Clients. Real Results.
Verified outcomes from businesses we've helped. Names used with permission.
Multi-State ISD Setup
Multi-GSTIN setup across 4 states with ISD registration + monthly ITC distribution + GSTR-9 annual filing — all managed centrally.
Dual GST — Seller + Operator
GSTR-8 TCS compliance for marketplace + regular GST for own D2C channel. E-invoicing enabled within 48 hours. Zero penalties since onboarding.
LUT + ITC Refund Recovery
Exporter stuck with ₹14L ITC refund pending for 8 months. LUT filed, refund application relodged with correct documentation — refund credited in 3 weeks.
Composition → Regular Migration
3-outlet restaurant chain crossed ₹1.5 Cr threshold mid-year. Migrated from Composition to Regular GST without lapse. Back ITC on stock claimed correctly.
DPIIT + GST + Company — 1 Week
New SaaS startup needed company incorporation, DPIIT recognition, and GST registration simultaneously for an investor requirement. All three completed in 7 days.
GST Notice → Zero Liability
Received ASMT-10 scrutiny notice for ITC mismatch between GSTR-2A and 3B (₹6.8L demand). TaxClue filed detailed reply with reconciliation — demand dropped to zero.
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