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Updated on : June 18, 2025

GST Registration Documents by Entity Type

Complete List of Documents Required for GST Registration

Entity-specific document checklist for seamless GST registration in India. Updated as per 2025 CBIC guidelines.

Universal Documents for All Entities

PAN Card of the entity/business owner
Aadhaar Card of proprietor/partners/directors
Photograph of authorized signatory (JPEG, <100 KB)
Proof of Business Address (see requirements below)
Bank Account Proof (cancelled cheque or bank statement)

Business Address Proof Requirements:

Owned Premises: Property tax receipt, municipal khata, or electricity bill
Rented Premises: Rent agreement + owner's ownership document
Shared Premises: Consent letter from owner + owner's ID proof

Entity-Specific Document Requirements

Sole Proprietor

Proprietor's PAN Card
Proprietor's Aadhaar Card
Passport-sized photograph
Proof of business address
Bank account statement/cancelled cheque
Digital Signature (if turnover exceeds ₹50 lakh)

Note: If business is run from home, submit consent letter from owner (even if self-owned)

Partnership Firm

Partnership Deed
PAN Card of the firm
PAN & Aadhaar of all partners
Photographs of all partners
Proof of principal place of business
Authorization letter for signatory

Note: All partners must sign the application

LLP (Limited Liability Partnership)

Certificate of Incorporation
LLP Agreement
PAN Card of LLP
PAN & Aadhaar of all designated partners
Proof of registered office address
Board resolution for authorized signatory

Note: All designated partners must have DIN

Private Limited Company

Certificate of Incorporation
Memorandum & Articles of Association
PAN Card of company
PAN & Aadhaar of all directors
Proof of registered office address
Board resolution for authorized signatory
Director Identification Numbers (DIN)

Note: Foreign directors need passport copy

HUF (Hindu Undivided Family)

HUF PAN Card
Karta's PAN & Aadhaar Card
Photograph of Karta
Proof of business address
Affidavit of HUF Constitution

Note: Karta must be adult family member

Trust/Society

Trust Deed/Society Registration Certificate
PAN Card of trust/society
PAN & Aadhaar of all trustees
Proof of principal place of business
Authorization letter for signatory

Note: 80G certificate if registered under Income Tax Act

Special Cases & Additional Requirements

Non-Resident Taxpayers

Passport copy (attested)
Visa copy
Proof of Indian business address
Bank account details in India
Appointment of authorized representative

Note: Must have an authorized representative in India

E-commerce Sellers

Platform seller agreement
Platform ID proof
Proof of business address
Bank account details
Digital Signature Certificate

Note: Mandatory registration regardless of turnover

Casual Taxable Persons

Proof of business in India
Estimated tax liability declaration
Advance tax payment receipt
Address proof during stay in India

Note: Registration valid for 90 days (extendable)

GST Registration Process Timeline

Document Preparation

1-3 days (varies by entity)

Application Submission

Form GST REG-01

Verification

3-7 working days

GSTIN Issuance

Within 15 days total

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FAQs on Documents required for GST registration

1. What are the documents required for GST registration?

You need PAN, Aadhaar, photograph, address proof, business proof, bank account details, and an authorization form (if required).

2. Is PAN card mandatory for GST registration?

Yes, PAN is compulsory for Indian residents registering for GST.

3. Can I register without an Aadhaar card?

Yes, but Aadhaar authentication speeds up the verification process.

4. What address proofs are accepted?

You can use electricity bills, rent agreements, property tax receipts, or ownership documents.

5. What is considered as business proof?

Certificates of incorporation, partnership deeds, or shop licenses are valid proofs.

6. Is a bank account mandatory?

Yes. A bank statement, passbook, or cancelled cheque is required for verification.

7. Do I need to submit a photo?

Yes, a passport-size photograph of the applicant or authorized person is required.

8. Documents for GST registration of proprietorship?

PAN, Aadhaar, photo, address proof of business, and bank details of proprietor.

9. Can I use a home address for GST registration?

Yes, with proper documents like an electricity bill or rent agreement.

10. Documents needed for Pvt Ltd or LLP?

Certificate of incorporation, MOA, PAN, board resolution, and address proof.

11. Is authorization letter required?

Yes, if someone else files on behalf of the business, an authorization letter is needed.

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