GST registration Mumbai process

Who Needs GST Registration?

You must register for GST if:

Your business turnover exceeds ₹40 lakhs (₹20 lakhs for services in most states, including Maharashtra).

You are involved in interstate supply, e-commerce, or are a casual taxable person.

You want to claim input tax credit.

You’re required to register under other criteria like reverse charge, TDS, or non-resident taxable person.

📝 Documents Required

For GST registration in Mumbai, you typically need:

1. Business Entity Proof

Proprietorship: PAN + Aadhaar of owner

Partnership: PAN of firm, partnership deed

Company: PAN, Certificate of Incorporation, MoA/AoA

2. Identity & Address Proof

PAN card and Aadhaar of owner/partners/directors

Passport-sized photograph

3. Proof of Business Address

Owned: Electricity bill/property tax receipt + NOC

Rented: Rent agreement + utility bill + NOC from owner

4. Bank Account Proof

Canceled cheque / Bank statement / Passbook

5. Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) (for LLPs/companies)
📌 Step-by-Step GST Registration Process
1. Visit GST Portal

Go to https://www.gst.gov.in

2. Fill Part A of GST REG-01

Select “New Registration”

Enter details like name, PAN, mobile, email, state (Maharashtra)

OTP verification

3. Receive Temporary Reference Number (TRN)
4. Fill Part B of GST REG-01

Log in using TRN

Upload documents

Add business details, bank info, authorized signatory

5. Application Verification

GST officer may approve, ask for clarification (via GST REG-03), or reject

Respond to queries using GST REG-04

6. Receive GSTIN

On approval, you get a GSTIN (GST Identification Number) and GST certificate in GST REG-06

⏳ Time Required

Usually 3–7 working days, if documents are proper and no clarifications are needed.

💡 Pro Tips

Use a professional (CA/tax consultant) to avoid delays if you're unfamiliar.

Mumbai falls under Maharashtra jurisdiction, so ensure address proof is Mumbai-based.

Keep your Aadhaar linked for quicker Aadhaar-based verification.