GST Registration Process in India (Updated for 2025 Fast-Track System)

A complete guide to GST registration in India in 2025, including documents, fees, eligibility, and the new Fast-Track GST Registration System.

INTRODUCTION GST registration is the first major compliance step for any business. In late 2024, the Fast-Track GST Registration System was introduced. WHO NEEDS GST? Turnover thresholds, interstate supply, e-commerce sellers, reverse charge cases, casual taxable persons, and foreign companies. FAST-TRACK SYSTEM (2024 UPDATE) • Faster approval • Automated verification • Aadhaar e-KYC mandatory • Minimal physical verification • Documents required must be clean and up to date DOCUMENTS REQUIRED Proprietorship: PAN, Aadhaar, bank proof, address proof Partnership: PAN, deed, Aadhaar, address proof Company: COI, MOA/AOA, director KYC, board resolution STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS 1. Create GST account using TRN 2. Login & fill business details 3. Upload documents 4. Aadhaar authentication 5. Officer verification 6. GSTIN generated TIMELINES Fast-Track: few hours–1 day Normal: 3–7 working days WHY WONDERTAX? Expert CA filing, quick processing, affordable plans.