GST For Online Seller - Documents Required & Process

Updated on July 22, 2025 06:20:01 PM

GST registration for e-commerce sellers is mandatory in India, regardless of their revenue threshold. Every e-commerce business operator, even those without a physical presence in India, is required to register for GST and get a unique identification number. This GSTIN is displayed on all transactions and invoices to ensure transparency with tax laws. Without a valid GST for online seller, businesses will not be allowed to operate on major e-commerce platforms or issue proper tax invoices.

GST registration for e-commerce seller remove the burden of multiple indirect taxes by bringing them under one tax system, creating a single domestic market. Making it easy for online sellers to ship across borders more efficiently and cost-effectively. This avoids delays and overall logistics costs, enabling faster and more reliable delivery to customers nationwide.

We will delve into the specifics of GST registration for e-commerce seller, exploring the requirements, process, and benefits of obtaining a GSTIN to help e-commerce businesses understand and fulfill their tax obligations effectively. Streamline your e-commerce operations with expert GST Registration assistance from Professional Utilities.

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What is the GST Registration for online sellers?

All Online sellers need to get GST Registration irrespective of the turnover. Under the GST Regime there is no threshold on goods and services through E-Commerce.

They provide services through the Internet, and suppliers have no physical interaction. Examples of these services are data retrieval software,

website hosting, digital content (films, TV shows, music, etc.), and intangibles such as music delivered via telecom networks and online gaming.

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What are the different ways of the GST Registration of online services?

Ways of online sales as mentioned below -

  • When a product is sold directly to the seller through its own website. The standard GST Registration Rules.
  • When a product is sold through E-Commerce aggregators like Amazon and Flipkart. Different methods are used for calculating GST.
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Online Information Database Access and Retrieval (OIDAR)

Services offered to customers from a distance, such as e-books, PDFs, and drivers, are covered under a special component of the IGST Act called online information database access and retrieval (OIDAR) services.

In India, OIDAR services are subject to GST.

  • Transaction will follow simple rules if consumers of the services and suppliers of online services both are from India.
  • Transaction will be amenable in India if the receipt of services is in India and the supplier of the services is from outside India.
  • Transaction will be amenable in India if receipt of the service is outside India and the supplier is in India.
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GST Registration Documents for online services

There are many documents required by the online services for GST Registration-

  • Address Proof of the Business
  • Digital Signature Certificate
  • Cancelled cheque and Bank account statement
  • Copy of Board Resolution or Letter of Authorisation from the Authorised Signatory
  • Aadhaar card
  • Business registration proof or Company Formation Proof
  • PAN Card
  • Address Proof, photograph, and Director’s or Promoter’s ID proof
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Fee For GST Registration

Get GST Registration of online services for just 1499/- quickly and without any hassle.

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Process of GST Cancelation

There are below-mentioned steps to get GST Registration.

  • Visit the GST Portal and login
  • In PART A of GST REG 01 fill the required field like Name, E-Mail ID, Mobile No.
  • TRN No. is issued after the verification
  • In PART B of GST Registration fill Director's Name, and Address are entered.
  • Required documents are uploaded.
  • The application and documents are verified by the officer.
  • After acceptance in GST REG 06 GSTIN and GST certificate are issued.
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The benefit of GST Registration for online services

  • They get the benefit of claiming the Input Tax Credit.
  • The credibility of the online business increases.
  • Interstate transportation will have fewer restrictions and trade is promoted.
  • With GST Registration business process simplifies.
  • With GST Registration businesses need to maintain accounting services and online bookkeeping which leads to improvement in transparency.
  • GST Registration of the online services has complete online GST Return filing and many other processes which simplify the GST Registration.
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Conclusion

The online seller has to get GST Registration mandatory Whatever may be the turnover. These services are provided either directly by the services provider or through the online platform. There are many benefits to registering under the GST Regime like simplicity, increase in credibility, reduction in cost, and many others. GST Registration can be obtained by following a simple process such as filling out the form and required documents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If I sell on Amazon, do I have to pay GST?

Online sales need the inclusion of GST information if you are listing taxable items. At the time of registration, you must give Amazon your GST number. However, this might not be necessary if you primarily market items that are exempt from GST.

Is the notification for 1% GST on 50 lakh in revenue?

In an effort to stop tax fraud by false invoices, the Finance Ministry announced that companies having monthly revenue of over Rs 50 lakh will be required to pay at least 1% of their Goods and Services Tax bill in cash on a regular basis.

Can I sell online without paying GST?

Only if you sell exempt products online can you sell without paying GST. If you sell items for which GST is applicable, you must obtain a GST number in order to do online business. Even if your annual revenue is less than Rs. 20 lakh, you must obtain a GSTIN.

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