The GoI's GST Policy Wing issued comprehensive instructions for ...
GST Registration Process Streamlined: Standardized Verification, 7-Day Approval, Balanced Approach to Preventing Fraud
May 8, 2025
Circulars GST - States
The GoI's GST Policy Wing issued comprehensive instructions for processing GST registration applications to standardize verification procedures. Key directives include: (1) Officers must strictly adhere to prescribed document lists in FORM GST REG-01, (2) Avoid seeking additional documents beyond the specified list, (3) Complete applications must be approved within 7 working days, (4) Risky applications require physical verification within 30 days, and (5) Officers must obtain senior management approval before requesting documents beyond the standard requirements. The guidelines aim to balance preventing fraudulent registrations while facilitating genuine business registrations through a streamlined, transparent process.
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