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GST threshold: services vs goods

The turnover threshold isn't one number — it differs for goods and services, and marketplaces change the picture entirely.

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

People assume a single GST threshold, but goods and services have different limits, and some states have lower ones. For marketplace sellers, the threshold often doesn't matter at all.

The general thresholds

The marketplace exception

If you sell through an e-commerce operator that collects TCS, you typically need GST from the first sale — threshold or not. See GST threshold for online sellers.

Don't wait for a threshold if you're selling on Amazon, Flipkart or similar — those sales usually require GST from day one.

When to register early anyway

Many businesses register before they must, to claim input credit and bill B2B clients cleanly.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the GST threshold the same for goods and services?

No — goods generally have a higher threshold than services, and some states are lower.

Do marketplace sellers get the threshold?

Usually not — selling via a TCS-collecting marketplace typically requires GST from the first sale.

Should I register before the threshold?

Often yes, to claim input credit and sell B2B cleanly.

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