{"id":28720,"date":"2025-02-15T13:59:50","date_gmt":"2025-02-15T08:29:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/?p=28720"},"modified":"2026-04-18T17:23:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T11:53:36","slug":"gstn-enhanced-verification-process-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/gstn-enhanced-verification-process-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"GSTN enhanced verification process in India"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e4d47fd97fa\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e4d47fd97fa\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/gstn-enhanced-verification-process-in-india\/#GST_Registration_Advisory_by_GSTN%E2%80%94Rule_8_of_CGST_Rules\" title=\"GST Registration Advisory by GSTN\u2014Rule 8 of CGST Rules\">GST Registration Advisory by GSTN\u2014Rule 8 of CGST Rules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/gstn-enhanced-verification-process-in-india\/#Key_Highlights_of_the_GST_Registration_Advisory_by_GSTN_Dated_12022025\" title=\"Key Highlights of the GST Registration Advisory by GSTN (Dated 12.02.2025):\">Key Highlights of the GST Registration Advisory by GSTN (Dated 12.02.2025):<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/gstn-enhanced-verification-process-in-india\/#1%EF%B8%8F_For_Applicants_NOT_Opting_for_Aadhaar_Authentication\" title=\"1\ufe0f For Applicants NOT Opting for Aadhaar Authentication: \">1\ufe0f For Applicants NOT Opting for Aadhaar Authentication: <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/gstn-enhanced-verification-process-in-india\/#2%EF%B8%8F_For_Aadhaar-Authenticated_Applicants_Identified_for_Biometric_Verification\" title=\"2\ufe0f For Aadhaar-Authenticated Applicants Identified for Biometric Verification:\">2\ufe0f For Aadhaar-Authenticated Applicants Identified for Biometric Verification:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/gstn-enhanced-verification-process-in-india\/#3%EF%B8%8F_Non-Generation_of_ARN_Application_Reference_Number\" title=\"3\ufe0f Non-Generation of ARN (Application Reference Number) \">3\ufe0f Non-Generation of ARN (Application Reference Number) <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-26537\" src=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/photo_2024-05-01_22-17-40.jpg\" alt=\"GST New Registration\" width=\"1094\" height=\"599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/photo_2024-05-01_22-17-40.jpg 730w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/photo_2024-05-01_22-17-40-300x164.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1094px) 100vw, 1094px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GST_Registration_Advisory_by_GSTN%E2%80%94Rule_8_of_CGST_Rules\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>GST Registration Advisory by GSTN\u2014Rule 8 of CGST Rules<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The GST registration process has been updated to enhance verification and prevent fraudulent registrations. This GSTN advisory clarifies the GST registration process under Rule 8 of the CGST Rules, 2017, particularly the role of biometric authentication and document verification in ensuring a secure and fraud-free registration system. The key changes focus on Aadhaar authentication and biometric verification at GST Suvidha Kendras (GSKs) for certain applicants.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Highlights_of_the_GST_Registration_Advisory_by_GSTN_Dated_12022025\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Key Highlights of the GST Registration Advisory by GSTN (Dated 12.02.2025):<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31688\" src=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1775475648569.jpeg\" alt=\"GST Registration \" width=\"1080\" height=\"1568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1775475648569.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1775475648569-207x300.jpeg 207w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1775475648569-705x1024.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1775475648569-768x1115.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1775475648569-1058x1536.jpeg 1058w, https:\/\/carajput.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1775475648569-800x1161.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1%EF%B8%8F_For_Applicants_NOT_Opting_for_Aadhaar_Authentication\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>1\ufe0f<\/strong> <strong>For Applicants NOT Opting for Aadhaar Authentication: <\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Taxpayer must visit a GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK) for photo capturing and document verification.<br \/>\n<strong>\u2705<\/strong> Upon selecting &#8220;NO&#8221; for Aadhaar authentication, an email will be sent with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>GSK details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>List of required documents for Document verification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">\u2705 Use the link in the email to schedule an appointment and receive a confirmation. Appointment details will be shared via email after selecting \u201cNO\u201d for Aadhaar authentication.<br \/>\n\u2705 Visit the GSK on the scheduled date for verification.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2%EF%B8%8F_For_Aadhaar-Authenticated_Applicants_Identified_for_Biometric_Verification\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>2\ufe0f<\/strong> <strong>For Aadhaar-Authenticated Applicants Identified for Biometric Verification:<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\u2705 Promoters\/Partners opting for Aadhaar authentication must visit GSK for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Biometric authentication<\/li>\n<li>Photo capturing<\/li>\n<li>\u2705 The Primary Authorized Signatory (PAS) must also visit GSK for:\n<ul>\n<li>Document verification<\/li>\n<li>Photo capturing<\/li>\n<li>Biometric authentication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Complete photo capturing and document verification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">\u2705 Exemption from biometric authentication if: The Promoter\/Partner has already completed biometric verification in another State\/UT. &amp; In such cases, only document verification is required unless they become a PAS.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3%EF%B8%8F_Non-Generation_of_ARN_Application_Reference_Number\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>3\ufe0f<\/strong> <strong>Non-Generation of ARN (Application Reference Number) <\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Application Reference Number (ARN) Will NOT Be Generated If: For Aadhaar-Authenticated Applicants Requiring Biometric Verification:<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">For Aadhaar-Authenticated Applicants Identified for Biometric Authentication:<\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong>ARN will not be generated if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Any Promoter\/Partner or PAS fails to visit the GSK within 15 days.<\/li>\n<li>Biometric authentication fails.<\/li>\n<li>Document verification is incomplete within 15 days of submitting Part B of REG-01.<br \/>\n\u2705 Ensure Aadhaar details (name, date of birth, gender) are accurate to avoid authentication failures.<br \/>\n\u2705 If discrepancies arise, update Aadhaar and visit the GSK within 15 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For Non-Aadhaar Applicants: <\/strong>ARN will not be generated if: Photo capturing or document verification is not completed within 15 days.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Exemptions: If a promoter\/partner has already completed biometric verification in any state\/UT, they need not repeat the process unless They become a PAS (in which case only document verification is required). If the promoter\/partner and PAS are the same person, biometric authentication &amp; verification required only once. If already verified, only document verification is needed<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GST Registration Advisory by GSTN\u2014Rule 8 of CGST Rules The GST registration process has been updated to enhance verification and prevent fraudulent registrations. 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