GST registration in Arthunkal: the short answer
A business in Arthunkal, Cherthala (Alappuzha) registers for GST online, with no office visit: PAN, Aadhaar, a photo, bank details and proof of the premises are enough to file Form GST REG-01, and there is no government fee. Registration becomes compulsory above ₹40 lakh turnover for goods or ₹20 lakh for services, or when selling goods to other States. iBACT Digital files it for you from ₹499 + GST, most GSTINs are issued in 3–7 working days, and your GSTIN will start with 32, the Kerala state code.
അർത്തുങ്കൽ: ജിഎസ്ടി രജിസ്ട്രേഷൻ പൂർണ്ണമായും ഓൺലൈനായി — iBACT Digital-ന്റെ ഫീസ് ₹499 മുതൽ (+ GST), സർക്കാർ ഫീസ് ₹0. സാധാരണയായി 3–7 പ്രവൃത്തി ദിവസങ്ങൾക്കുള്ളിൽ GSTIN ലഭിക്കും.
About Arthunkal for GST registration
- Village
- Arthunkal
- Name in Malayalam
- അർത്തുങ്കൽ
- Taluk
- Cherthala
- Local body
- Cherthala South (3 villages)
- Block panchayat
- Kanjikkuzhy
- LGD village code
- 916075
- District
- Alappuzha
- Region
- South Kerala
- Taluk pincodes include
- 688527, 688533, 688534, 688535
- GST state code
- 32 (Kerala)
- Registration limit
- ₹40 lakh goods / ₹20 lakh services
In Alappuzha district, Arthunkal (അർത്തുങ്കൽ) is a revenue village of Cherthala taluk, which has 21 villages, within the Kanjikkuzhy block panchayat. Its local body is Cherthala South, which also covers the revenue villages of Cherthala North (Part) and Cherthala South (Part).
The Arthunkal village office, under the Cherthala taluk office, keeps the land records for the village and issues land tax receipts and possession certificates. Either of these, or the building tax receipt from Cherthala South, can support your business address in the GST application.
PIN codes used across Cherthala taluk include 688527, 688533, 688534 and 688535. Use the PIN printed on your KSEB bill or building tax receipt, so that the address in your GST application matches your proof.
The main town of the taluk is Cherthala (Municipality), where banks, wholesale markets and the taluk office serve businesses from the surrounding villages.
Businesses in Arthunkal, such as shops, bakeries, workshops, contractors, homestays, spice and coconut traders and small manufacturers, can register for GST online without travelling to Alappuzha.
Alappuzha is known for coir, the paddy fields of Kuttanad, backwater and houseboat tourism, and fisheries along the coast.
GST for common businesses in Arthunkal
What GST means for the typical businesses of Arthunkal and the wider Alappuzha district:
Coir & coir products
Coir yarn, rope, mat and mattress units in Arthunkal register once sales cross the limit or when they supply buyers outside Kerala. Societies and private units exporting through Kochi usually register early and file an LUT so exports go out without tax.
Homestays, resorts & houseboats
Homestays, resorts, houseboats, tour operators and taxi services in Arthunkal need GST registration once turnover from services crosses ₹20 lakh. Tour operators and travel agents booking for business clients often register earlier so clients can claim credit.
Fisheries & seafood
Fresh fish is exempt, so a seller dealing only in fresh fish is not required to register. Dry fish, frozen and processed seafood, ice plants, boats and nets are handled differently, so processors, peeling sheds and exporters in Arthunkal generally register once over the limit and exporters file an LUT.
Who needs GST registration in Arthunkal?
- 1Turnover above the limitBusinesses in Arthunkal with aggregate turnover above ₹40 lakh (only goods) or ₹20 lakh (services or both) in a financial year. Kerala uses the normal limits (₹10 lakh applies only in a few special category States).
- 2Selling goods to other StatesAnyone supplying goods from Arthunkal to buyers outside Kerala, for example spices, cashew, coir or rubber products sent to Chennai, Bengaluru or Mumbai, whatever the turnover.
- 3Online sellersSellers of goods on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho and similar platforms selling across States. Small sellers supplying only within Kerala can use an enrolment number instead.
Turnover counts all your businesses under the same PAN across India, including exempt sales. Farmers selling only their own produce don't need GST registration.
Documents required for GST registration in Arthunkal
Owner / partners / directors
- PAN card
- Aadhaar linked to your mobile (for the OTP)
- Passport-size photograph
- Email and mobile number
Business address in Arthunkal
- KSEB electricity bill (recent)
- Building tax (property tax) receipt or ownership certificate from the grama panchayat or municipality
- Land tax receipt or possession certificate from Arthunkal village office
- If rented: rent agreement + owner's consent letter
Bank & business
- Cancelled cheque, passbook page or statement
- Partnership deed / LLP agreement / incorporation certificate
- Authorisation letter or board resolution
- Goods or services you sell (we pick HSN/SAC codes)
GST registration fees in Arthunkal
There's no government fee for GST registration. Our fixed professional fees:
GST Registration
For new businesses that just need a GSTIN.
₹499₹1,499+ GST · ₹0 govt. fee
- Eligibility and scheme advice
- HSN/SAC code selection
- Document check
- REG-01 filing with Aadhaar authentication
- Replies to officer queries
- GSTIN and registration certificate
Registration + 3 months returns
Get registered and compliant from day one.
₹2,999₹3,999+ GST · ₹0 govt. fee
- Everything in GST Registration
- GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B for 3 months
- GST invoice format setup
- Bank account update on the portal
- Dedicated expert on WhatsApp
Registration + 1 year returns
A full year of GST compliance handled.
₹9,999₹11,999+ GST · ₹0 govt. fee
- Everything above
- GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B for 12 months
- Monthly input tax credit reconciliation
- Due-date reminders and challans
- Priority handling
Prices exclude 18% GST on our fee. Read our refund policy and terms.
Get your GST number in Arthunkal
Your GST number in Arthunkal is a 15-digit GSTIN that begins with 32 (Kerala) and contains your PAN. iBACT Digital files the application, tracks it on the GST portal and shares your GST registration certificate (REG-06) on WhatsApp the day it is issued.
Looking for a GST consultant in Arthunkal? You don't need to visit an office: online GST registration takes one WhatsApp chat. Our GST experts work online for businesses in Arthunkal and the rest of Alappuzha district: they check your documents, choose the right HSN/SAC codes, file the application and reply to any query from the officer, for a fixed fee of ₹499 + GST.
How to get GST registration in Arthunkal
Tell us about your business
What you sell from Arthunkal and your expected turnover. We pick the HSN/SAC codes and the right scheme.
Online filing
We file the application and handle any query from the GST officer.
GSTIN issued
Download your certificate and start issuing GST invoices.
Other registrations for a business in Arthunkal
- Local bodyTrade licenceIssued by Cherthala South for shops and businesses in its area; some trades and small factories need the D&O (dangerous and offensive trades) licence. Trade licence
- Everyone workingProfession taxCollected every half-year by Cherthala South; employers deduct it from salaries.
- Shops, MSMEs, food
Choosing between regular and composition, return due dates and common reasons for queries are explained on our GST registration in Kerala page, and district details on the Alappuzha district page.
GST registration near Arthunkal
More villages in Cherthala taluk
GST registration in Arthunkal: FAQs
How much does GST registration cost in Arthunkal?+
The GST department charges no fee for registration. iBACT Digital's professional fee starts at ₹499 + GST and covers eligibility advice, HSN/SAC code selection, filing Form GST REG-01 and replies to any query from the officer.
How long does GST registration take in Arthunkal?+
Most applications from Arthunkal are approved in 3 to 7 working days after Aadhaar authentication. If Aadhaar authentication is skipped, or the officer orders a physical verification of your premises, it can take up to 30 days. We track the application daily and reply to queries within the deadline.
Which address proof works for a shop or office in Arthunkal?+
The latest building tax receipt from Cherthala South, a land tax receipt or possession certificate from the Arthunkal village office, or a recent KSEB bill for the building. If the premises are rented, add the rent agreement and the owner's consent letter.
Do I have to travel to Cherthala or Alappuzha for GST registration?+
No. Registration from Arthunkal is fully online: you share documents on WhatsApp, we file the application, and you confirm an Aadhaar OTP. If an officer orders a site visit, they come to your premises in Arthunkal.
Do homestays and houseboats in Alappuzha need GST?+
Once turnover from services crosses ₹20 lakh in a year, yes. Many homestays, resorts and tour operators register earlier to work with travel portals, companies and government departments that ask for GST invoices.
Can I sell on Amazon or Flipkart from Arthunkal without GST?+
Only within Kerala. Since October 2023, small sellers supplying goods only within their own State can sell through marketplaces with an enrolment number instead of GST. To sell to buyers in other States, you need GST registration from the first sale.
Do contractors working for government departments or local bodies in Alappuzha need GST?+
Yes. Government departments, local bodies and PSUs ask for a GSTIN in tenders and work orders, and deduct TDS under GST on larger contracts. The TDS shows in your GST account and is used to pay your tax.