GST Registration FAQs 2021

 

1. What do You Mean By GST Registration?

The GST registration means obtaining a 15 digit unique code or GSTIN from the GST authorities. With this number, you can carry all your business operations and enter your data accordingly.

2. What is the full form of GSTIN?

GSTIN is an acronym for Goods and Service Tax Identification Number. It is a 15 digit unique code that you receive after completing your GST registration.

3. Where can you apply for GST registration?

You can apply for GST registration online by using the web portal of GST. It is not compulsory to apply physically. But if you have issues applying for GST registration online you can apply offline too.

4. What are the necessary documents that must be provided for GST registration online?

If you are applying for GST registration online, you must fulfill the below-mentioned prerequisites:

• PAN card number or Business details
• Valid email id and contact number
• Proof of business
• Proof of partners
• Valid signatory details
• DSC
• Updated Aadhar card

5. Is it mandatory to have a PAN number to get GST registration online?

Yes, it is mandatory to obtain a PAN number to obtain GST registration.

6. How will you sign the documents if the entire process is of GST registration is done online?

Every taxpayer here needs to sign the Digital Signature Certificate or DSC or the Aadhar based e-sign facility. DSC is compulsory for:

• Public Limited Company
• Private Limited Company
• Foreign Company
• Unlimited Company
• LLP as well as
•  PSU

7. Who must register under the GST as a TCS or Tax Collected at Source?

All the operators of e-commerce must collect 1% as per the CGST Act and 1% according to SGST Act. If it is for interstate transactions, 2% according to IGST Act on all the net values of the taxable supplies that are made by the e-commerce operator.

8. Who is a professional GST practitioner?

GST practitioner prepares returns and also perform other activities as per the information that is furnished by a taxable person. Though the GST practitioner performs the activities still the legal responsibility remains with the taxpayer. GST practitioners are must get themselves enrolled with State or central authority. A CS, qualified Chartered Accountants or CA, CMA, Graduate persons, or retired government officials can apply for registration. The GST practitioners also have the authority to represent before the tax authorities on behalf of the taxpayers.

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9. Do you need to get separate GST registration for each state and Union Territory?

Single enrollment is sufficient to practice GST all over India. You don't need to have separate registrations for other states or UTs. But if you have a business registered in another state you can get a separate GST registration there.

10. Can GST registration be amended?

GST registration can be amended for change in any particulars form except the constitution of business. The constitutionality of business cannot be amended.