Advantages of registering for GSTIN under Goods and Service Tax Act

(The information given here is valid only after introduction of GST likely to be in 2016 and also subjected to changes by GST law drafting committee and other authorities)

 

What is Goods and Service Tax (GST)

GST, frequently asked Questions

 

Advantages of registering for GSTIN under Goods and Service Act

 

In this post, different advantages of registering GSTIN with goods and service tax is mentioned.

 

Obtaining GSTIN (GST Identification number) by registering with GST portal is important for any business person or firm to claim input tax credit of GST paid by him.

 

Why to register for GSTIN?

 

As per government proposal,

The business process proposed in this document is based on the following assumptions:

 

A legal person without GST registration can neither collect GST from his customers nor claim any input tax credit of GST paid by him.

Advantages of registering for GSTIN under Goods and Service ActThere will be a threshold of Gross Annual Turnover including exports and exempted supplies (to be calculated on all-India basis) below which any person engaged in supply of Goods or Services or both will not be required to take registration. Once a dealer crosses the required threshold or he starts a new business, registration application must be filed within 30 days from the date of the dealer?s liability for obtaining such registration. Effective date of registration would be the date of application in all cases i.e. whether the application has been filed within prescribed time limit of 30 days or otherwise. The taxpayer would be eligible for ITC in respect of all his purchases from the date of application in case application for registration has been filed within 30 days. The taxpayer would, however, not be eligible for ITC in respect of his purchases prior to the date of registration in case the registration application is not filed within the prescribed time limit of 30 days, although Centre is of the view that such a provision may not stand the test of judicial scrutiny. On the other hand States, based on their experience under VAT, were of the view that having relevant provision in the GST law has helped them contest cases in courts.

 

In this post, different advantages of registering GSTIN with goods and service tax is mentioned.

 

You may comment your views about registration of GST identification number under Goods and Service Tax Act.

 

Click here to know GST rate on Goods and Services

GST Exemption list of goods and services

Find HSN number or Service tariff code for GST

GST registration guidelines

Indian GST Laws

How to export your goods?

How to apply for GSTIN by new applicant?

How to register with GST, Goods and Service Tax?

How to fill application for GSTIN (Goods and Service Tax Identification Number)?

Application for registration under GST Act to obtain GSTIN

Different application Forms for registration under Goods and Service Tax Act (GSTIN)

Procedure for obtaining Registration number of GSTIN

Process of application for registration under GST Act to obtain GSTIN

Procedures to get GST Registration number for IT exempted proprietorship firms.

Procedures to switch from Compounding scheme to normal under GSTIN

Would multiple registration be allowed under Goods and Service Tax (GSTIN)?

How many digits in GSTIN under Goods and Service Tax registration

Registration procedures and formalities to obtain GSTIN

How to get GSTIN? (Goods and Service Tax Identification Number)

Advantages of registering for GSTIN under Goods and Service Tax Act

 

Related posts about Export Import Free Online Training:

Period of post shipment credit to exporters
How does a Running bond work?
How does CENVAT Credit work?
Import General Manifest (IGM)
Importance of Bill of Lading
Procedure to Import Ships and Floating Structures
How to Import Musical Instruments, Parts and Accessories
Procedures to Import Clocks, Watches
How to import Optical, Photographic, Medical Instruments and Accessories
Types of Export Containers
Dimension of Cargo Containers
Difference between standard dry container and Flat rack container
Types of Export Containers 

Common tips to importers of Sugars and Sugar Confectionery
Tips to importers of Edible preparations of fish,meat,crustaceans etc
Guidelines to importers of Animal fats, Animal oil, vegetable fats,vegetable oil etc.
How is packing credit/pre shipment finance be liquidated?
Bank Pre shipment Finance to exporters 

Click here to know GST rate on Goods and Services

GST Exemption list of goods and services

Find HSN number or Service tariff code for GST

Service Tariff Code for GST

Registration procedures and formalities to obtain GSTIN

How many digits in GSTIN under Goods and Service Tax registration

Would multiple registration be allowed under Goods and Service Tax (GSTIN)?

 Procedure for obtaining Registration number of GSTIN

Procedures to get GST Registration number for IT exempted proprietorship firms.

 Process of application for registration under GST Act to obtain GSTIN

Different application Forms for registration under Goods and Service Tax Act (GSTIN)

 Application for registration under GST Act to obtain GSTIN

GST registration and returns filing procedures for PSUs and Government entities

Re-registration of GST, Goods and Service Tax.

 Cancellation of registration of GST

All about registration of GST in India, FAQ

Cancellation of GST Registration in India, FAQ

Can a person without GST registration claim ITC?

 Why separate Registration of GST in each state in India, for each business.

 Latest date to file GST registration in India

Procedures to obtain GST registration for non-resident taxable person

Is digital signature option available under registration of GST in India?

 Advantages of GST registration in India

Who has to obtain GST registration in India?       

Does GST registration number of my firm change time to time in India?

 Is GST registration required for a public sector undertaking?

 Is amendment of GST registration allowed in India?

 

How does a Running bond work?
How does Bill of Lading work in DP payment terms?
How does Bill of Lading work in Sight LC
Transferability of Bill of Lading
Transhipment - A redefinition        
Triangular shipment
Types of Insurance Documents
How does CENVAT Credit work?
Import General Manifest (IGM)
Importance of Bill of Lading
Is Airway bill a documents of title?
Is Customs House Agents (CHA ) required to be appointed mandatory?
 Is DP terms of payment safe in export business?
Is Letter of Credit LC safe for an Importer?
 Is ON BOARD CERTIFICATE required for LC negotiation

 

GST exemptions for SME

GST, Composition scheme changes

GST council meet decision as on 06th October, 2017

Minimized GST rate on Biomass briquettes

Reduced GST rate on Parts of power driven pumps designed for water handling

Reduced GST rate on Parts suitable for Speed Diesel Engines of power not exceeding 15HP

Minimized GST rate on Real Zari

Minimized GST rate on Sewing thread of manmade staple fibres

Reduced GST rate on All synthetic filament yarn, such as nylon, polyester, acrylic, etc.

Reduced GST rate on Sewing thread of manmade filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale

Minimized GST rate on Duty credit scrips

Diminished GST rate on Rubber waste, parings or scrap

Reduced GST rate on Plastic waste, parings or scrap

Reduced GST rate on Modelling paste for children amusement

Reduced GST rate on Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy medicines, other than those bearing a brand name

Reduced GST rate on Food preparations put up in unit containers


Discussion Forum

You can also share your thoughts about this article.
Any one can answer on question posted by Readers