How to cancel GST registration
Closing a state, a business or a duplicate GSTIN? Here's how to cancel cleanly and avoid lingering liabilities.
You might cancel a GST registration when you stop selling in a state, close a business, or hold a duplicate. Cancellation is straightforward but has a few obligations you must complete.
When cancellation makes sense
- You've stopped storing stock in a state and no longer have a place of business there.
- You're closing the business entirely.
- Turnover has fallen below the threshold and you're not required to stay registered.
- You hold a duplicate or erroneous registration.
The steps
- Apply for cancellation on the GST portal (Form REG-16) with the reason and effective date.
- Clear any pending returns and tax dues up to the cancellation date.
- File the final return, GSTR-10, within three months of cancellation.
- Retain records for the statutory period.
Cancelled a state you still need?
If you cancelled a state where you later resume storing stock, you must re-register. Confirm your current footprint with the Multi-state GST Checker before cancelling anything.
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What is GSTR-10?
It's the final return filed within three months of GST cancellation, reconciling stock and dues as on the cancellation date.
Can I just stop filing to cancel?
No. You must formally apply (REG-16) and file GSTR-10. Stopping filings only accrues penalties.
What if I need the state again later?
You re-register. Check your storage footprint before cancelling to avoid back-and-forth.
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