- M Venkat
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- 28 Nov 2018
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Can a person obtain more than one GST registration in a state or Union territory (UT)?
GST is one of the most revolutionary tax regime in the history of India, which came with the motto “One Nation One Tax”. GST which is Indirect tax in nature is linked to the PAN which is base of Direct Taxes. Let us understand the basic concept of GST registration:
1. As per Sec -25(1) of CGST Act,2017 Every person who is liable for GST Registration under this Act shall apply for Registration in every such state or union territory in which he is liable for registration.
For Eg: If a person carrying on a trading business in two different states say Delhi, Mumbai and liable for registration under this act, then the person has to apply for registration in each such state and GST registration will be granted accordingly. Since GST registration is based on PAN, GST registration will be granted in each such state under the same PAN number of the person.
2. Normally A person can obtain only Single GST Registration in a state or union territory under this act.
Provided that a person carrying on multiple business verticals in a state or Union territory may be granted a separate GST registration for each such business vertical subject to such conditions – As per Sec 25(2).
3. From the above it is clear that a person can obtain multiple GST registrations with same PAN in a state or union territory.
Definition of Business Vertical:
As per section 2 (18) of CGST Act, 2017
“business vertical” means a distinguishable component of an enterprise that is engaged in the supply of individual goods or services or a group of related goods or services which is subject to risks and returns that are different from those of the other business verticals.
Explanation-For the purposes of this clause, factors that should be considered in determining whether goods or services are related include
(a) the nature of the goods or services;
(b) the nature of the production processes;
(c) the type or class of customers for the goods or services;
(d) the methods used to distribute the goods or supply of services; and
(e) the nature of regulatory environment (wherever applicable), including banking, insurance, or public utilities
Conclusion
GST Registration is PAN based & state specific, however more than one GSTIN can be obtained in a single state or union territory if a person carries on multiple business verticals or having multiple branches within the state or union territory as the case may be.
Points to be noted in case of obtaining more than one GST registration
- The business should meet the criteria of Business vertical as defined u/s 2(18)
- Composition scheme cannot be obtained by a business vertical if any of its other business vertical has became ineligible to pay tax under composition.
- Tax invoice has to be issued and tax has to paid under this act on supply of goods or services or both by registered business vertical to another registered business vertical of such person.
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Is it legal and valid to take 2 GST for different businesses at same address
can i take 2nd GST registration with in the state with the same pan number
I had a GSTIN but because of non filing of return it stands cancelled suo moto(status of gst on portal). Then later I have applied for new registration on same PAN and alloted certificate. Is it okay ? Or do I have to do anything for the previous gst.
One of my client is having GST number in composition scheme. Can he take another GST number in regular scheme??
i am GST register dealer in maharashtra, i also wish to deal with amazon. amzon has aprx 10 godown in maharshtra. now my question is should i get multiple GSTN or amend as additional place of business, i.e 10 more places?
I have two GST number in Maharashtra state, my vendor has filled GST in my secondary number, how i can claim in my primary GST number
I AM A TAX CONSULTANT, AND I HAVE FOUND TODAY ONE PERSON (INDIVIDUAL) HAS A GST LICENCE, AND ITS NUMBER IS 37**********2ZA. I THINK IF 2 COMES AFTER PAN HE HAS TWO GST LICENCES, AND I ASKED HIM THAT DO YOU HAVE ANOTHER BUSINESS, BUT HE TOLD NO, I HAVE ONLY ONE GST LICENCE, PLEASE TELL ME WHETHER HE OR IAM WRONG.
In case if you have any doubt that the client has one GST certificate or multiple. You please search on services.gst.gov.in and click on search taxpayer then search by PAN. You will get all the details of the client. Here mentioned 2 it means he has another registration as well but he is not aware.
Thank you
I Have One Doubt
if we take a one GST number for many business it means that it is possible and if possible how to register.
By mistake I got two gst I’d but I had submitted my gst return using one of.Now I have received a mail for not submitting my return with the other gst I’d.Pls suggest how to cancel the other gst I’d.Thanks
1. can a person registered as a regular tax payer in a state get another registration under composition scheme in the same state ?
2. what is the Solution of the above Problem ?
can a person registered as a regular tax payer in a state get another registration under composition scheme in the same state ?
I have a proprietorship concern and I have taken GST registration for my Proprietorship with Hemagiri&Associates my state.
Now, can I take one more GST registration with my name Hemagiri in the same state?
how can i get multiple gst with same pan number government online website address?
can a person registered under composition scheme in a state get another registration as a regular tax payer in the same state ?
The definition u/s 2(18) has been omitted vide CGST Amendment Act,2018, however the commencement date of such Amended is yet to be notified.This can be viewed as to make GST registrations liberal but rules governing such amendment will clarify the same.
Recently, the term business vertical is deleted from the Act. Can you explain the impact of such deletion in GST????