CBIC has released revised rules to make GST registration easier and more transparent. The new guidelines aim to reduce paperwork, speed up the process, and prevent fraud—making it simpler for genuine business to get registration. – CBIC, Press Release: Press Information Bureau (PIB)
Why this New Guideline ?
When the GST system was first implemented in India, Registration Certificates (commonly known as RC) were issued without much restriction. Some individuals took advantage of this and started multiple fake businesses, engaging in GST fraud. To regulate such malpractices, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has introduced several new guidelines.
Key points from the new guidelines:
- These guidelines aim to prevent fraudulent registrations and protect genuine applicants during the registration process.
If the business is operated from an owned property, copies of property tax receipts/municipal permission documents and electricity bills in the owner’s name must be submitted.
If the business premises are rented, a rental/lease agreement copy, along with property tax receipts, municipal permission documents, and electricity bills are required. However, the landlord’s PAN card, Aadhaar card, or photograph should not be asked for.
If the rental/lease agreement is not registered, then at least one identity document of the property owner must be attached.
If the electricity or water connection is in the applicant’s name (who is a tenant), then the rental/lease agreement alone is sufficient. No identity documents should be demanded.
If the property is in the name of the applicant’s spouse or relatives, a consent letter is required. If the water tax receipt or electricity bill has the relative’s name, those documents are also acceptable.
If all documents are in order, the registration certificate should be issued within 7 days.
If there are any discrepancies or doubts, officials must conduct a site inspection. The new RC must be issued within a month of application.
Any queries or concerns regarding this process can be sent to the authorities via email at gstcbec@gov.in
Offical Link
CBIC, Press Release: Press Information Bureau (PIB) : Click Here
Instruction No. 03/2025-GST : Click Here
Offical Notice – CBIC-20016/24/2025-GST : Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
To prevent fraudulent registrations and ensure that genuine businesses are not affected, the CBIC has implemented stricter documentation requirements and verification processes.
You must submit:
Property tax receipt / municipal permission document
Latest electricity bill in the owner's name
If the rental/lease agreement is not registered, then at least one identity document of the property owner must be provided.
You need:
Rental or lease agreement copy
Property tax receipt or municipal permission document
Electricity bill of the premises
🔹 Note: Landlord’s PAN, Aadhaar, or photograph should not be demanded.
If the electricity or water bill is in the applicant’s name, then the rental/lease agreement alone is sufficient.
🔸 No identity proof of the landlord is required.
A consent letter from the relative is required
Utility bills or tax receipts in the relative’s name are acceptable
If all documents are in order: Within 7 days
If there are discrepancies or doubts: A site inspection will be conducted and RC will be issued within 30 days
You can write to the GST authorities at:
📧 gstcbec@gov.in
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