GST Portal - How to Register & Login Online in India?

What is GST E-Way Bill and How to Use It on the GST Portal?

You can access the e-way bill system or portal at https://ewaybillgst.gov.in/. When carrying products from one location to another, carriers are required to carry an electronic way bill, also known as an e-way bill, if the shipment's value exceeds Rs. 50,000. It is a record that keeps track of how items are moved in accordance with the GST law.

To assign a distinct e-way bill number to each invoice, the e-way billing system generates all e-way bills. This e-way bill is used by the transporter, recipient, and supplier to move the items from the point of origin to their destination within the e-way bill's validity term. Prior to the introduction of GST, way bills were produced in each state, but since then, e-way bills have become widespread throughout all states and Union Territories.

Services Provided in the GST Portal

1. How to Register on GST Portal?

Follow the instructions to complete the registration process successfully.

Step 1: Click on https://services.gst.gov.in/services/newlogin

Step 2: Now, click on 'GST Practitioners'. Then click on 'Register Now'.

Step 3: Provide your UIN, or GSTIN, or provisional ID.

Step 4: Enter a password and click on ‘Login’.

2. How to Login to the GST Portal?

1. Visit www.gst.gov.in and click Login which is in right corner of GST website homepage.
2. After Logging in, Enter the details such as Username, Password, Captcha code and click on Login.
3. Now you can see your dashboard. you can view options like Notices, GST Payable, and Return filing options.
4. If you are a new user, then click on the 'here' against 'First Time Login'.
5. Then provide your Provisional ID, User ID, GSTIN, UIN, or GSTP ID, followed by your password and then click on 'Login'.

3. How to Track GST Registration Application Status?

1. Visit the GST official website.
2. Under 'Services' select 'Registration' and then click on 'Track Application Status'.
3. Select 'ARN' and enter the ARN number and click on 'Search'.
4. Follow the instructions to view the status of your registration application.

4. How to Cancel GST Registration on the GST Portal?

1. Visit the official website of GST.
2. Click on 'Login' and then enter your User ID and Password to login.
3. Click on 'Services'. Then click 'Registration' and then click on 'Application for Cancellation of Registration'.
4. Provide your address and click on 'Save and Proceed'.
5. Select the reason why you want to cancel your GST registration and then click on 'Save and Proceed'.
6. Check the verification statement and provide the relevant details as required.
7. Verify the details using your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC), or the EVC option.
8. Once you submit the form, you will receive the generated ARN number. You can use it for future reference.

5. Who Should Register and Login for GST?

As per the GST law, the following individuals are required to be registered under the regime of the taxation system:

1. Individuals who were registered under the different taxation systems such as VAT, Excise Duty, Service Tax, etc.) before GST.
2. All e-commerce aggregators.
3. Businesses across India with an annual turnover of more than Rs.40 lakh.
4. Businesses in North-Eastern India, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh with an annual turnover of more than Rs.10 lakh.
5. Input service distributors.
6. Agents of suppliers.
7. Casual taxable person.
8. Non-Resident taxable person.
9. Individuals who pay tax under the reverse charge mechanism and so on.

Pre Login Details of GST Portal

The home page of the GST online login Portal contains the following sections:

1. Home
2. Services
3. GST Law
4. Downloads
5. Search Taxpayer
6. Help and Taxpayer facilities
7. e-Invoice

Core Services Available on GST Portal

For an individual or business whose turnover is above Rs.20 lakh, registration under GST is must. The 'Services' section contains the following tabs:

1. Registration
2. Payments
3. User Services
4. Refunds
5. e-way bill system
6. Track Application Status 

a) Registration

A taxpayer can apply afresh through the 'New Registration' link provided on this page. The taxpayer can track the status of GST Registration. One can also submit an application seeking clarification. Get clarity on GST filing-related issues through the sub-menus given on the page.

The 'Track Application Status' link will redirect the user to a new page. One can can check the GST Registration application with the help of the ARN number.

b) Payments

Click 'Payments' sub-menu. The taxpayer can access 'Challan Creation' and 'Track Payment Status'. It will help him/her to create challan and track the status of payment as a part of the online GST payment system.

c) User Services

The 'User Services' sub-menu shows several links. The taxpayer can view office addresses, generate user ID for advance ruling. One can also view holiday list, file grievances/complaints, locate GST Practitioner, etc. Click 'Contact' and 'Search Office Addresses' tabs. Search and find the contact details of various central/state level tax officials. One can also find addresses of local GST offices.

d) Refunds

The 'Track Application Status' redirects the taxpayer to the page. Here one can also track the status of the refund application, if the filing already exists.

e) E-Way Bill System

The 'E-way Bill System' section helps the taxpayer to navigate through the e-way bill portal. The user can also access the user manual and FAQs on the e-way bill portal.

GST Law Section in the GST Portal

Under the 'GST Law'' tab, the Acts and Rules associated with GST are available for download. The taxpayers can access the recent circulars, amendments, and notifications. Get access to anything related to GST under this section on the GST portal.

How to Download Files/Documents from GST Portal?

On the GST portal, there are two options available under the 'Downloads' category:

1. Offline Tools
2. GST statistics

Search Taxpayer

Under this tab, one can search for taxpayer's GSTIN or PAN to verify the details of the taxpayer. One can search for a composition taxpayer who has Opted In or Opted out of the scheme. One can access this feature before and after logging into the portal.

Helpdesk and Support Services on GST Portal

On the GST portal, there are four options available under the 'Search Taxpayer category:

1. Search by GST/UIN
2. Search by PAN
3. Search Temporary ID
4. Search Composition Taxpayer

Key GST Filing Dates & Deadlines on the Portal

It allows the user to see all the important dates related to GST returns deadlines for the year. One can view the upcoming monthly and quarterly GST return filing due dates. Moreover, if there are any changes in the notified dates, the taxpayer can refer to the updates.

Latest News & Updates Available on GST Portal

Under this section, the taxpayer receives regular updates on GST. It includes changes in due dates or change in GST processes, etc.

Post Login Details of GST Portal

After the login process, the taxpayer will get access to certain new services on the home page. Here are the sections that one can view on the GST portal's main page post-login:

The 'Dashboard' section appears immediately after a taxpayer logs in to the portal. The user can check all notices and orders, edit the profile, file GST returns on this page. Under this section, the tax challan preparation occurs.

Under Service Tab

I. Registration

Under the 'Registration' tab, the portal provides other services like Post Login. One can access,

1. New Registration
2. Amendment of Registration Core Fields
3. Track Application Status
4. Application for Filling Clarification
5. Amendment of Registration Non- Core Fields
6. Application for Cancellation of Registration.

II. Ledgers

Under the 'Ledgers', the user will get four options.

1. Electronic Cash Ledger
2. Electronic Credit Ledger
3. Electronic Liability Register
4. Payment towards Demand

III. Returns

This tab under provides the user five different options. One can view the returns dashboard and e-Filed returns. And track the return status, if there is any, and access the Transition Form. The users are also offered access to the ITC Forums under this tab.

IV. Payments

The 'Payments' section consists of 5 different options. The taxpayers can create challans, view the saved challans. Get access to challan history. File the applications for deferred payment or payment in instalments. He/she can also view the instalment calendar.

V. User Services

Under this tab, the taxpayer can find several useful facilities, such as,

1. Checking the saved applications
2. Viewing/downloading certificates
3. Viewing the holiday list
4. Searching for contacts of GST officers and offices
5. Filing grievances/complaints, etc.,

VI. Refunds

'Refunds' is the last sub-menu under the post-log in the 'Services' section. The user can apply for refunds and check the saved or filled application. One can track the application status if he/she has filed for GST returns. The user can also track the status of invoice data to share it with ICEGATE.

The GST India login official portal is well-organised. It helps taxpayers pay their taxes without any hassles. This portal provides FAQs where one can visit and find the queries as asked by other taxpayers.