Online GST Registration - An Overview
GST (Goods & Service Tax), was implemented on July 1, 2017. A commercial tax applies to all Indian service providers, including freelancers, manufacturers, and traders. Taxes that come under GST are Central taxes like Service Tax, Excise Tax, CST, and state tax like Entertainment Tax, Luxury Tax & VAT. The entire process of GST registration is done online with no manual involvement.
Components of GST
There are 3 tax components in GST. First is, the Central component (Central Goods & Service Tax or CGST). The second is, the State component (State Goods & Service Tax or SGST), and the third is, the Interstate transaction (Integrated Goods & Service Tax or IGST).
What is GSTIN?
A unique identification number is given to each taxpayer. To verify the number, a person with the GST number can log onto the GST portal.
What is GSTN (Goods & Service Tax Network)?
It refers to section 8, non-profit, non-government, private limited company. A one-stop solution for all indirect tax requirements.