Documents required for GST registration

Documents for GST registration are:

1. Permanent Account Number (PAN),
2. Mobile number,
3. E-mail address,
4. State or Union territory

5. Photographs

   • Proprietary Concern – Proprietor
   • Partnership Firm / LLP – Managing/Authorized/Designated Partners (personal details of all partners is to be submitted but photos of only ten partners including that of Managing Partner is to be submitted)
   • HUF – Karta
   • Company – Managing Director or the Authorised Person
   • Trust – Managing Trustee
   • Association of Person or Body of Individual –Members of Managing Committee (personal details of all members is to be submitted but photos of only ten members including that of Chairman is to be submitted)
   • Local Authority – CEO or his equivalent
   • Statutory Body – CEO or his equivalent
   • Others – Person in Charge

6. Proof of registration or Constitution of Taxpayer

   Partnership Deed in case of Partnership Firm, Registration Certificate/Proof of Constitution in case of Society, Trust, Club, Government Department,
   Association of Person or Body of Individual, Local Authority, Statutory Body and Others etc.

7. Proof of Principal/Additional Place of Business

   • For Own premises –
     Any document in support of the ownership of the premises like Latest Property Tax Receipt or
     Municipal Khata copy or copy of Electricity Bill.
   • For Rented or Leased premises –
     A copy of the valid Rent / Lease Agreement with any document in support of the ownership of
     the premises of the Lessor like Latest Property Tax Receipt or Municipal Khata copy or copy of
     Electricity Bill.
   • For premises not covered in (a) & (b) above –
     A copy of the Consent Letter with any document in support of the ownership of the premises
     of the Consenter like Municipal Khata copy or Electricity Bill copy. For shared properties also,
     the same documents may be uploaded.

   Bank Account Related Proof

   • Scanned copy of the first page of Bank passbook / one page of Bank Statement
   • Opening page of the Bank Passbook held in the name of the Proprietor / Business Concern –containing the Account No., Name of the Account Holder, MICR and IFSC and Branch details.

   Authorization Form for registration under GST

GST (Goods and Services Tax) registration is mandatory for businesses and professionals meeting specified turnover limits or operating in certain inter-state or online sectors. To register under GST, specific documents must be submitted based on the type of business entity (proprietorship, partnership, company, etc.). Additionally, Aadhaar authentication has become a key part of the registration process.

List of Documents Required for GST Registration

1. PAN Card

Of the business or applicant (mandatory for all except non-resident individuals).

2. Photograph of the Applicant

Proprietor/Partner/Director, etc. (as applicable).

3. Proof of Business Registration or Incorporation Certificate

Required for entities like companies, LLPs, partnerships, societies, etc.

4. Address Proof of Principal Place of Business

Acceptable documents include:

Electricity bill Rent agreement + No Objection Certificate (NOC) Property tax receipt Legal ownership document or municipal khata copy

5. Bank Account Details

First page of passbook, bank statement, or a cancelled cheque.

6. Authorization Form

Letter of authorization or board resolution for the authorized signatory.

7. Identity and Address Proof of Promoters/Partners/Directors

PAN, Aadhaar, passport, voter ID, or driving license.

Is Aadhaar Compulsory for GST Registration?

Yes, Aadhaar authentication is mandatory for all new GST registrations.

If Aadhaar is authenticated:

Faster processing (usually within 3 working days). Physical verification is generally not required.

If Aadhaar is not authenticated:

Application may be subjected to physical verification. Registration may take up to 21 working days.

Note: Aadhaar authentication is required for the authorized signatory and key persons like the proprietor, partners, or directors, depending on the business type.

Conclusion

Providing accurate documents and completing Aadhaar authentication ensures a smoother and faster GST registration process. Always ensure that all documents are valid, updated, and consistent with the business details provided in the application. Consult a GST Registration service providing firm/company (e.g. Setindiabiz) to register and obtain your GST Number efficiently to ensure compliance!