GST Registration Eligibility Checker

Check if your business is required to register under GST based on Section 22 & 24 of CGST Act

Annual Turnover (₹)

State / UT

Business Type

Interstate Supply?

Yes No

Casual Taxable Person?

Yes No

Agent / Input Service Distributor?

Yes No

⚠️ Penalty for Non-Registration: Under Section 73 of CGST Act, if a person liable for registration fails to register, they shall pay tax along with interest and penalty. The penalty can be up to ₹10,000 or the tax amount (whichever is higher). If fraud/intentional suppression is established, penalty can be 100% of tax under Section 74.

About GST Registration Eligibility Checker

The GST Registration Eligibility Checker helps businesses determine whether they are required to register under GST or can operate without registration. Under the GST regime, registration is mandatory for businesses with annual turnover exceeding ₹40 lakh (₹20 lakh for service providers) in most states, and ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh for services) in special category states. This tool evaluates your business type, turnover, location, and activities to provide clear guidance on registration requirements.

Understanding GST registration eligibility is critical for business compliance. Certain businesses must register regardless of turnover — including inter-state suppliers, e-commerce operators, agents of a supplier, casual taxable persons, and non-resident taxable persons. Voluntary registration is also available for businesses below the threshold who want to claim ITC. Our checker covers all scenarios under Section 22 and Section 24 of the CGST Act, 2017, ensuring you make the right decision for FY 2026-27.

Key Features

Eligibility check based on turnover, state, and business type
Mandatory registration scenarios under Section 24
Threshold limits for regular and special category states
Voluntary registration benefits analysis
Composition Scheme eligibility check

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GST registration turnover threshold?

The GST registration threshold is ₹40 lakh for goods suppliers and ₹20 lakh for service providers in most states. For special category states (North-Eastern states, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and J&K), the threshold is ₹20 lakh for goods and ₹10 lakh for services. These limits apply to aggregate annual turnover including all business verticals in a state.

Who must register for GST regardless of turnover?

Under Section 24 of the CGST Act, the following must register regardless of turnover: (1) Inter-state suppliers, (2) E-commerce operators, (3) Suppliers through e-commerce platforms, (4) Casual taxable persons, (5) Non-resident taxable persons, (6) Agents of a supplier, (7) Input service distributors, (8) Persons paying tax under reverse charge, and (9) Online information and database access providers from outside India.

Can I register for GST voluntarily?

Yes, any person can voluntarily register under GST even if their turnover is below the threshold. Voluntary registration allows you to claim Input Tax Credit on purchases, issue tax invoices to customers, and build business credibility. However, once registered, you must comply with all GST filing requirements including monthly/quarterly returns and maintain proper records.

GST Registration Eligibility Checker