GST Registration: Who Actually Needs It (And Who Doesn't)

One of the most common questions we get is whether a new business needs GST registration right away. The answer is: usually not, and registering too early can add compliance overhead you don't need yet.

For most service providers, registration becomes mandatory once turnover crosses ₹20 lakh in a financial year (₹10 lakh in special category states). For goods suppliers, it's ₹40 lakh.

There are exceptions — e-commerce sellers and certain inter-state suppliers need to register regardless of turnover.

If you're not sure where your business stands, it's worth a quick check before you file anything.