What Are The Documents Required For GST Registration?

Last Updated: 11 Aug 2025

Getting GST registration done is an imperative step for any business that looks forward to working with trust and transparency. The government will ask for certain documents during registration to validate your identity and substantiate that your business is legitimate and tax-paying. These records expedite registration and will provide proof of your status to the government. But what are the documents required for GST registration? This blog talks about all of them.

Who Should Register for GST?

Every business must register with GST if its annual sales turnover exceeds ₹20 lakh in a financial year. But for those who are only offering goods, the threshold is raised to ₹40 lakh. Businesses in the north eastern states have different criteria. The annual turnover cap in these areas is ₹20 lakh for the supply of goods and ₹10 lakh for services.

Purpose of Document Verification During GST Registration

Document verification is a key step of GST registration. It enables the tax authorities to verify the identity of the applicant and the legality of the business. This is aimed at preventing fraudulent registrations and also making sure that only eligible businesses are a part of the GST system.

Verification of records also ensures proper recording of tax dues towards the government and prevents undetected generation and usage of fake invoices across the country. Now, we will answer the question: “What all documents are required for GST registration?”

General Documents Required (Applicable to All Entities)

Some common requirements are as follows:

• Permanent Account Number (PAN card)
• Proof of business registration, such as a partnership deed or certificate of incorporation
• Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association
• Recent photographs of the taxpayer
• Proof of address of the taxpayer
• Proof of address of the principal place of business
• Bank account details

Documents Required for GST Registration Based on the Type of Business

GST Registration documents vary depending upon the type of business or constitution. Here is the GST registration documents list for different business types:

Business category	Documents required for GST registration
Sole proprietor/ Individual	Pan Card (owner) Aadhar Card Photograph (in JPEG format) Bank account details (a copy of a cancelled cheque, extract of bank statement, or passbook must be uploaded in JPEG or PDF format Address proof (any of the following is acceptable as address proof- ownership or lease document, electricity bill copy, property tax receipt, municipal khata copy). In case it is a leased property, a consent letter or NOC from the owner is required.
Partnership firm, including LLP	PAN card of all partners Copy of the partnership deed Photographs of all partners and other authorised signatories Address proof of partners Proof of appointment of authorised signatory Aadhar card of the authorised signatory In the  case of LLP, a partnership firm registration certificate is required Address proof of place of business
HUF	PAN card of HUF PAN and Aadhar card of the karta Photograph of the owner Bank account details Address proof of place of business
Company (public and private) (Indian and foreign)	PAN card of company Incorporation certificate PAN and Aadhar of authorised signatory (authorised signatory has to be Indian) Proof of appointment of authorised signatory PAN and address proof of all the directors Photographs of all directors and authorised signatories Bank account details Address proof of principal place of business

Documents Required for GST Registration Based on the Nature of Activities

The document list for GST registration also varies depending on the nature of activities being carried out by the entity. It is as follows:

Nature of GST registration	Purpose of registration	Documents required
Normal taxpayer registration	For the taxable supply of goods and services	Business PAN card Incorporation certificate Memorandum of Association PAN and Aadhar card of the authorised signatory (even if it is a company of foreign origin, the authorised signatory must be an Indian) Proof of appointment of authorised signatory PAN card and address proof of all the directors (or partners in case of a firm) Photographs of all directors and authorised signatories Bank account details Address proof of principal place of business
GST practitioner	To enrol as a GST practitioner	Photo of the applicant Address proof Degree certificate Pension certificate (in case of retired Government officials)
TDS registration	To deduct tax at source	Photo of drawing and disbursing officers PAN and TAN number of the person being registered Photo of authorised signatory Proof of appointment of authorised signatory Address proof of the tax deductor
TCS registration	For e-commerce operators collecting tax at source	PAN number of the person being registered Photo of authorised signatory Proof of appointment of authorised signatory Address proof of the tax collector
A non-resident OIDAR service provider	For online services providers not having a place of business in India	Photo of authorised signatory Proof of appointment of authorised signatory Bank account details in India Proof of non-resident online service provider (can be either the license issued by the country of origin or the incorporation certificate in India)
UN Bodies/Embassy	To obtain a unique identification number to claim a refund on taxes paid on goods and services	Photo of authorised signatory Proof of appointment of authorised signatory Bank account details in India

To register for GST, you need to declare details such as PAN no, mobile number, email address and state or UT in part A of FORM GST REG-01 on the common portal. On successful verification of the details, you will be provided with a temporary reference number. With this reference number, you can electronically apply for part B of FORM GST REG-01, along with the specified documents depending upon the category that you fall into or your purpose for registration as explained above. On receipt of the application, you shall receive an acknowledgement under FORM GST REG-01. Upon verification of a correctly filed application, your GST registration process will be complete.

To Conclude

GST registration is mandatory for eligible businesses and will be beneficial in making the compliance process easier. Accurate documents need to be submitted for approvals. It establishes that your business is legal and shields you from fines. Being registered with appropriate documents establishes a strong base for fair and accountable business transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can I update my GST registration details?

To update your GST registration, submit an amendment application through the GST portal within 15 days of the change. The application must be digitally signed using e-sign, EVC, or DSC.

2. Where can I get my GST registration certificate?

You can easily download your GST registration certificate from the official GST portal. All that is required is to access it and to select the appropriate option in the ‘User Services’ section of the main page.

3. What is the time frame for GST registration approval?

GST registration is generally processed within 3 to 6 working days. This timeline applies if the application is complete and complies with all legal requirements.