{"id":8620,"date":"2025-02-14T18:32:13","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T18:32:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/?p=8620"},"modified":"2025-04-18T19:03:21","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T19:03:21","slug":"gst-registration-process-updates-via-gstn-advisory-rule-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/gst-registration-process-updates-via-gstn-advisory-rule-8\/","title":{"rendered":"GST Registration Process Updates via GSTN advisory: Rule 8"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8621\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/photo_2025-02-14_23-48-14.jpg\" alt=\"GST Registration Process\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/photo_2025-02-14_23-48-14.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/photo_2025-02-14_23-48-14-300x241.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/photo_2025-02-14_23-48-14-1024x824.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/photo_2025-02-14_23-48-14-768x618.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/photo_2025-02-14_23-48-14-800x644.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/h2>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69db7a8e623da\" 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: #999;color:#999\" 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: #999;color:#999\" 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-69db7a8e623da\"  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:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/gst-registration-process-updates-via-gstn-advisory-rule-8\/#GST_Registration_Process_Updates_via_GSTN_advisory_Rule_8\" title=\"GST Registration Process Updates via GSTN advisory : Rule 8 \">GST Registration Process Updates via GSTN advisory : Rule 8 <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/gst-registration-process-updates-via-gstn-advisory-rule-8\/#GSTN_issue_an_advisory_on_GST_registration_Rule_8_of_CGST_Rules_2017_issued_on_February_12_2025_summary_of_updated_on_it_are_mentioned_here_under\" title=\"GSTN issue an advisory on GST registration (Rule 8 of CGST Rules, 2017) issued on February 12, 2025. summary of updated on it are mentioned here under:\u00a0\">GSTN issue an advisory on GST registration (Rule 8 of CGST Rules, 2017) issued on February 12, 2025. summary of updated on it are mentioned here under:\u00a0<\/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:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/gst-registration-process-updates-via-gstn-advisory-rule-8\/#Consequences_of_Non-Compliance_with_Aadhaar_Biometric_Authentication_for_GST_Registration\" title=\"Consequences of Non-Compliance with Aadhaar &amp; Biometric Authentication for GST Registration\">Consequences of Non-Compliance with Aadhaar &amp; Biometric Authentication for GST Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/gst-registration-process-updates-via-gstn-advisory-rule-8\/#Documents_Required_for_Address_Proof_for_GST_Registration\" title=\"Documents Required for Address Proof for GST Registration\">Documents Required for Address Proof for GST Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/gst-registration-process-updates-via-gstn-advisory-rule-8\/#Documents_required_for_Address_Proof_for_GST_Registration_as_per_the_Instruction_issued_by_GSTN\" title=\"Documents required for Address Proof for GST Registration as per the Instruction issued by GSTN :\u00a0\">Documents required for Address Proof for GST Registration as per the Instruction issued by GSTN :\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GST_Registration_Process_Updates_via_GSTN_advisory_Rule_8\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>GST Registration Process Updates via GSTN advisory : Rule 8 <\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This update strengthens GST registration procedures by integrating Aadhaar authentication and biometric verification, enhancing security and minimizing fraudulent registrations. Risk-Based Physical Verification may lead to increased scrutiny of high-risk applicants. It may Stronger Compliance Measures reduce fake registrations, benefiting tax authorities. It is also Potential Delays for businesses opting for physical verification instead of Aadhaar authentication.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mandatory Aadhaar Authentication: Required for authorized signatories, managing\/authorized partners, and HUF Kartas.<\/li>\n<li>Exemptions: \u2013 Non-citizens and individuals outside the specified categories.<\/li>\n<li>Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication \u2013 Nationwide rollout from July 10, 2024, per CGST Notification No. 13\/2024.<\/li>\n<li>Alternative Process for Non-Aadhaar Applicants: CGST Notification No. 12\/2024 requires photo submission and document verification at designated facilitation centers.<\/li>\n<li>New Advisory for GST Registration: Applicants must either complete Aadhaar authentication or undergo biometric authentication at a GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK).<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GSTN_issue_an_advisory_on_GST_registration_Rule_8_of_CGST_Rules_2017_issued_on_February_12_2025_summary_of_updated_on_it_are_mentioned_here_under\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>GSTN issue an advisory on GST registration (Rule 8 of CGST Rules, 2017) issued on February 12, 2025. summary of updated on it are mentioned here under:\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>For Applicants Not Opting for Aadhaar Authentication: Must visit GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK) for photo capture &amp; document verification. Appointment details will be sent via email upon selecting &#8220;NO&#8221; for Aadhaar authentication.<\/li>\n<li>For Applicants Opting for Aadhaar Authentication &amp; Biometric Verification: Promoters\/Partners &amp; Primary Authorized Signatory (PAS) must visit GSK for biometric authentication &amp; photo capture. If biometric verification has been done in any State\/UT earlier, only document verification is needed.<\/li>\n<li>Non-Generation of ARN (Application Reference Number): If biometric authentication\/document verification is not completed within 15 days, ARN will not be generated. And taxpayer must ensure Aadhaar details are correct (name, DOB, gender) to prevent authentication failures.<\/li>\n<li>Taxpayers must ensure timely compliance with these steps to avoid delays in GST registration. Would you like a simplified flowchart for better clarity on the process?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"101\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consequences_of_Non-Compliance_with_Aadhaar_Biometric_Authentication_for_GST_Registration\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"99\">Consequences of Non-Compliance with Aadhaar &amp; Biometric Authentication for GST Registration<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"1216\">\n<li data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"349\">Failure to complete the prescribed verification steps within 15 days of submitting Part B of Form REG-01 will result in the non-generation\u00a0of the Application Reference Number (ARN), effectively stalling the GST registration process. Specific consequences are mentioned here under:<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"710\">\n<p data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"467\">For Aadhaar-authenticated applicants identified for biometric verification: If any Promoter\/Partner or the Primary Authorized Signatory (PAS) fails to visit the GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK) for biometric authentication and document verification within 15 days, the ARN will not be generated.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"935\">\n<p data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"760\">For Non-Aadhaar-Authenticated Applicants :If an applicant does not complete photo capturing or document verification within the stipulated time, the ARN will not be issued, preventing GST registration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1216\">\n<p data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"998\">Aadhaar Authentication Failures Due to Discrepancies : Mismatches in Aadhaar details (e.g., name, date of birth, or gender) may result in authentication failures. The applicant must rectify errors before the deadline to avoid registration delays.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1268\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1266\">Practical Implications of Non-Compliance:<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 80px;\">Without an ARN, the GST registration remains incomplete, delaying business operations. and Unregistered businesses cannot claim ITC on GST paid for purchases. Engaging in taxable supplies without GST registration may lead to penalties under the CGST Act.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"253\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_Address_Proof_for_GST_Registration\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"253\">Documents Required for Address Proof for GST Registration<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8952\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Documents-required-for-Address-Proof-for-GST-Registration-as-per-the-Instruction-issued-yesterday.jpg\" alt=\"Documents Required for Address Proof for GST Registration\" width=\"1004\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Documents-required-for-Address-Proof-for-GST-Registration-as-per-the-Instruction-issued-yesterday.jpg 697w, https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Documents-required-for-Address-Proof-for-GST-Registration-as-per-the-Instruction-issued-yesterday-300x238.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1004px) 100vw, 1004px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_required_for_Address_Proof_for_GST_Registration_as_per_the_Instruction_issued_by_GSTN\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Documents required for Address Proof for GST Registration as per the Instruction issued by GSTN :\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"group pointer-events-none relative flex justify-center *:pointer-events-auto\">\n<div class=\"tableContainer horzScrollShadows relative\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"1424\">\n<thead data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"312\">\n<tr data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"312\">\n<th data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"270\"><strong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"269\">Category<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"295\"><strong data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"294\">Documents Required<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"312\"><strong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"310\">Procedure<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"1424\">\n<tr data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"613\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"392\">Owned Premises<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/2)]\" data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"534\">Any one of:<br \/>\n&#8211; Property Tax Receipt<br \/>\n&#8211; Municipal Khata Copy<br \/>\n&#8211; Electricity Bill<br \/>\n&#8211; Water Bill<br \/>\n&#8211; Similar State\/Local law document<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/3)]\" data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"613\">Upload any one document.<br \/>\nNo originals or additional documents required.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"868\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"636\">Rented Premises<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/3)]\" data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"719\">&#8211; Valid Rent\/Lease Agreement<br \/>\n+<br \/>\nAny one ownership document listed above<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/2)]\" data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"868\">&#8211; If unregistered, also upload ID proof of lessor.<br \/>\n&#8211; If registered or utility bill is in tenant\u2019s name, no lessor ID required.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"1078\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"910\">Other Cases (Spouse\/Relative etc.)<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/3)]\" data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"994\">&#8211; Consent Letter +<br \/>\n&#8211; Identity Proof of Owner +<br \/>\n&#8211; Ownership Document<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/3)]\" data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1078\">Upload any one ownership document and consent letter. No extra documents needed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1326\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1101\">Shared Premises<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/2)]\" data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1214\">&#8211; Rent Agreement or Consent Letter<br \/>\n+<br \/>\nIdentity Proof (if unregistered)<br \/>\n+<br \/>\nOwnership Document<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/2)]\" data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1326\">Same as above.<br \/>\nIf rent agreement is unavailable, submit affidavit + utility bill in applicant&#8217;s name.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1424\">\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1346\">SEZ Premises<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/3)]\" data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1390\">&#8211; Govt. issued SEZ Documents\/Certificates<\/td>\n<td class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1424\">Upload relevant SEZ documents.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GST Registration Process Updates via GSTN advisory : Rule 8 This update strengthens GST registration procedures by integrating Aadhaar authentication and biometric verification, enhancing security and minimizing fraudulent registrations. Risk-Based Physical Verification may lead to increased scrutiny of high-risk applicants. It may Stronger Compliance Measures reduce fake registrations, benefiting tax authorities. 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