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GST registration is mandatory for businesses with turnover above ₹40 lakhs (goods) or ₹20 lakhs (services). Special states and certain business types have different rules.
| Business Type | Normal States | Special States* |
|---|---|---|
| Goods Only | ₹40 lakhs | ₹20 lakhs |
| Services Only | ₹20 lakhs | ₹10 lakhs |
| E-commerce | Mandatory (any turnover) | |
| Inter-state Supply | Mandatory (any turnover) | |
*Special states: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand
Voluntary Registration: Even if not mandatory, you can register voluntarily to claim input tax credit.
Casual Traders: If you sell temporarily at exhibitions/fairs, registration is mandatory regardless of turnover.
Reverse Charge: If you receive goods/services under reverse charge, registration may be mandatory.
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