🔍 Updated for 2026 · Free Tool · Instant Result
GST Registration Eligibility Checker
Answer 6 simple questions to find out if your business needs GST registration in India — with a full explanation.
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PlatformQuestion 1 of 6
What type of business do you run?
This helps us understand your business structure and applicable GST rules for 2026.
Question 2 of 6
What is your approximate annual turnover (revenue)?
Turnover = total sales/revenue in a financial year. GST thresholds updated for 2026: ₹40 Lakhs for goods, ₹20 Lakhs for services (general states).
Question 3 of 6
Is your business in a Special Category State?
Special Category States have a lower GST threshold of ₹10 Lakhs: Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura.
Question 4 of 6
Do you make inter-state sales (selling to customers in other states)?
Selling to customers in a different state requires mandatory GST registration regardless of turnover.
Question 5 of 6
Are you involved in import or export of goods/services?
Import and export businesses must register for GST regardless of turnover. Exporters also benefit from GST refunds on input tax credit.
Question 6 of 6
Do you sell through an e-commerce platform?
Selling on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, Swiggy, Zomato or any online marketplace requires mandatory GST registration regardless of turnover — even in 2026.
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GST Registration MANDATORY
You must register for GST
Based on your answers, GST registration is legally required. Not registering can result in heavy penalties.
Why GST is mandatory for you
Consequences of not registering
- ✗ Penalty of 10% of tax due (minimum ₹10,000)
- ✗ Fraud cases: 100% penalty of tax amount
- ✗ Cannot collect GST from customers legally
- ✗ Cannot claim Input Tax Credit on purchases
- ✗ Risk of GST department notices and scrutiny
Documents needed for GST registration (2026)
Identity ProofPAN Card, Aadhaar Card
Address ProofElectricity bill, rent agreement
Business ProofPartnership deed / MoA / Registration cert
Bank DetailsCancelled cheque or bank statement
Time to Register3–7 working days
Our Fee₹999 one-time (application + GSTIN)
Get GST registered today
We'll handle your entire GST registration in just 3–5 working days.
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GST Registration OPTIONAL but Recommended
You don't need GST right now — but consider it
Your turnover is below the 2026 threshold, so GST is not mandatory. However, voluntary registration has real business advantages.
Benefits of voluntary GST registration
- Claim Input Tax Credit on purchases — saves money
- More credible to corporate clients (many require GSTIN)
- Easier to get loans and government tenders
- Ready when your turnover crosses the threshold
- Can sell on Amazon, Flipkart and other platforms
- Freedom to do inter-state business
Things to keep in mind
- Must file GST returns every month/quarter once registered
- Need to maintain proper invoices and records
- You must collect GST from customers and deposit it
Our recommendation: If you plan to grow, work with businesses (B2B), or sell online — register for GST now. Benefits outweigh compliance effort, especially with a good accountant.
Not sure what to do?
Talk to Sukant for free — we'll tell you honestly whether GST makes sense for your business.
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GST Registration NOT Required
Good news — you don't need GST registration
Based on your answers, your business is currently exempt from mandatory GST registration under 2026 rules.
Why you're exempt
- Your annual turnover is below the applicable threshold
- Selling only within your state (no inter-state supply)
- Not selling on e-commerce platforms
- No import/export transactions
When you WILL need GST registration
Turnover crosses₹40L goods / ₹20L services (₹10L special states)
You start sellingTo customers in other states
You list onAmazon, Flipkart, or any marketplace
You startExporting or importing goods/services
Tip: Even if not required, consider voluntary GST if your clients are businesses (B2B) — they often prefer vendors with GST to claim their own Input Tax Credit.
Still have questions?
Free consultation — we'll tell you exactly what compliance your business needs.
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Consider COMPOSITION SCHEME
You may qualify for the Composition Scheme
GST registration is mandatory, but you may be eligible for the Composition Scheme — a simpler option with lower tax rates.
Composition Scheme benefits (2026)
- Pay tax at flat rate — 1% traders, 5% restaurants, 6% services
- File only 1 return per quarter (CMP-08) + annual GSTR-4
- Much simpler bookkeeping and compliance
- Significantly lower tax burden for small businesses
Composition Scheme limitations
- Only for turnover up to ₹1.5 Crore
- Cannot do inter-state sales of goods
- Cannot sell on Amazon, Flipkart etc.
- Cannot claim Input Tax Credit on purchases
Tax rates under Composition Scheme
Manufacturers & Traders1% of turnover
Restaurants5% of turnover
Service Providers6% of turnover
Returns to fileCMP-08 quarterly + GSTR-4 annually
Not sure which scheme suits you?
We'll help you choose between Regular GST and Composition Scheme — and handle the full registration.
GST thresholds 2026
Know the limits
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Goods (Products)
₹40 Lakhs
Annual turnover — most states
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Services
₹20 Lakhs
Annual turnover — most states
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Special States
₹10 Lakhs
J&K, Himachal, North-East, Sikkim
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E-commerce Sellers
₹0
Mandatory regardless of turnover