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Step-by-Step Guide: GST New Registration on the GST Portal
Part A – Initial Registration & TRN Generation

Visit the official GST portal at gst.gov.in.

Go to Services → Registration → New Registration (or click "REGISTER NOW")
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In the form:

Select Taxpayer under “I am a” dropdown.

Choose your State (Maharashtra) and District (e.g. Mumbai).

Fill in your Legal Name of Business (as per PAN) and PAN.

Enter your Email and Mobile Number (you’ll receive OTPs on both).

Solve the captcha, then click Proceed
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Enter the OTPs received on email and mobile (they’re different), then click Proceed. A Temporary Reference Number (TRN) will be generated and sent to your email and phone
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Part B – Completing the Application

Return to the portal and go to Services → Registration → New Registration, then choose Temporary Reference Number (TRN). Enter the TRN and captcha, and click Proceed
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You’ll receive new OTPs—enter them to continue.

On the My Saved Application page, click the Edit icon to begin filling your application
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Complete the sections across the 10 tabs:

Business Details

Promoters/Partners

Authorized Signatory

Principal Place of Business

Additional Places of Business

Goods and Services

State-Specific Information

Aadhaar Authentication

Verification
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Aadhaar Authentication:

Typically required in Maharashtra – at least for one promoter/authorized signatory
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If opted in, you’ll receive an authentication link via email/SMS; complete this within 15 days
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Verification:

Finalize the application via DSC (Digital Signature Certificate) or EVC. For companies and LLPs, DSC is mandatory
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Once submitted successfully, you'll receive an Application Reference Number (ARN) via email and SMS within minutes
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What Happens After Submission?

Historically, processing could take up to 30 days, especially if complications arose—like missing Aadhaar linkage or rejection notices. After rejecting, the timelines could reset
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Today, thanks to recent reforms, new low-risk registrations may be processed within 3 days
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Summary at a Glance
Step Action
1 Access GST portal → Services → New Registration
2 Complete Part A → Generate TRN (via OTPs)
3 Login with TRN → Fill out Part B details
4 Complete Aadhaar authentication (if applicable)
5 Submit via DSC or EVC → Receive ARN
6 Await approval – potentially faster for low-risk businesses
Additional Highlights to Keep in Mind

No fees for GST registration via the portal—it’s completely free
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Mandatory documents:

PAN, Aadhaar (if authentication opted),

Proof of business registration/incorporation,

Identity and address proof of promoters/authorized signatories (with photos),

Proof of principal place of business,

Digital signature or EVC as required
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If processing seems slow or there are issues, you have the option to visit GST Facilitation Centers (GST Suvidha Kendra) for assistance.

Once ARN is issued, monitor your application’s status on the portal and respond promptly to any GST officer feedback.

Final Thoughts

You can initiate the GST new registration process online from anywhere, regardless of location—Mumbai or elsewhere. With recent updates like the Simplified GST Scheme and reduced timelines for low-risk registrations, the process is becoming much more efficient