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GST registration process, step by step

Registering for GST sounds bureaucratic, but broken into steps it's straightforward. Here's the whole process, start to finish.

By the Launch My Office team · Updated 2026-06-22 · 5 min read

GST registration is free on the government portal, and the process is the same whether you're a seller, a freelancer or a company. The part that trips people up is the address proof — which is exactly what a virtual office solves.

Before you start: what you'll need

The steps

  1. Go to the GST portal and start a new registration (Part A: PAN, mobile, email, OTP).
  2. Fill Part B: business details, promoters, place of business, bank, and upload documents.
  3. Complete Aadhaar authentication to speed approval.
  4. Submit with DSC/EVC and note your ARN.
  5. Respond to any clarification (REG-03) promptly; receive your GSTIN.
The address documents are where most applications stall. A proper VPOB gives you a consistent NOC, registered rent agreement and matching utility bill — the exact set officers expect.

After approval

Once you have the GSTIN, add any warehouse as an APOB, set up invoicing, and start filing returns on schedule.

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Frequently asked questions

Is GST registration free?

Yes, the government charges nothing. Costs come from address proof and professional help, if you use it.

How long does it take?

Often a few working days with Aadhaar authentication and clean documents. See our timeline guide.

What's the hardest part?

Usually the address proof. A virtual office provides a consistent, accepted document set.

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  • ✓ Free consultation on VPOB, APOB & GST
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