Who needs it, the turnover threshold, the documents, address options and the exact steps for a proprietor or individual to register for GST in India.
A sole proprietor must register for GST when turnover crosses ₹40 lakh (goods) or ₹20 lakh (services) — or immediately, regardless of turnover, if they sell on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho or any e-commerce platform, or make inter-state supplies. Registration is done under the proprietor's own PAN and usually takes 3–7 working days.
| Situation | GST required? |
|---|---|
| Goods, turnover over ₹40 lakh (₹20 lakh in special-category states) | Yes |
| Services, turnover over ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh in special-category states) | Yes |
| Selling on Amazon / Flipkart / Meesho / any marketplace | Yes — from day one |
| Inter-state supply of goods | Yes — from day one |
| Local services below threshold | Optional |
You can register at your home, but many proprietors prefer a virtual office for a credible commercial address, to keep the home address private, or to register GST in another state for e-commerce. A virtual office gives you the notarised NOC, Rent Agreement and matching Utility Bill GST officers expect.
Government fee for GST registration is nil. Professional handling with the full document set starts at ₹1,999; bundle a virtual office address from ₹15,290/yr.
Our in-house CA & CS set up your GST, address and licences end to end — from ₹15,290/yr, live now in Hyderabad & Vizag.
💬 Talk to our team View plans →A sole proprietor needs GST once turnover crosses ₹40 lakh for goods or ₹20 lakh for services, or immediately if they sell on e-commerce platforms or supply inter-state, regardless of turnover.
Yes, you can use your home address with an electricity bill and NOC. Many proprietors instead use a virtual office for a commercial address, privacy, or to register in another state.
The proprietor's PAN and Aadhaar, a photo, proof of business address (utility bill + NOC/Rent Agreement or a virtual office document set), and bank proof such as a cancelled cheque.
Yes. E-commerce sellers must register for GST from day one, irrespective of turnover, and need a GSTIN in each state where their stock is stored.
The government fee is nil. Professional handling with documents starts at ₹1,999; a virtual office address for GST starts at ₹15,290/yr.
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