GST registration in Bihar: the short answer
To get GST registration in Bihar, apply online on the GST portal in Form GST REG-01 with your PAN, Aadhaar, a photograph, proof of your business address and bank details. There is no government fee. Registration is compulsory once turnover crosses ₹40 lakh for goods or ₹20 lakh for services, or earlier if you sell goods to other States or online across 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 10, the Bihar state code.
बिहार: जीएसटी रजिस्ट्रेशन पूरी तरह ऑनलाइन — iBACT Digital फीस ₹499 से (+ GST), सरकारी फीस ₹0। GSTIN आमतौर पर 3–7 कार्य दिवसों में मिल जाता है।
Bihar at a glance for GST
- Capital
- Patna
- Districts
- 38
- Blocks
- 537
- Registration limit
- ₹40 lakh goods / ₹20 lakh services
- Composition limit
- ₹1.5 crore (services ₹50 lakh)
- Profession Tax
- Yes — Bihar PT applies
- QRMP 3B due date
- 24th of the month after the quarter
- GST state code
- 10 (Bihar)
- Electricity
- NBPDCL or SBPDCL
Bihar's businesses range from the wholesale markets, coaching institutes, hospitals and contractors of Patna to the cloth and litchi trade of Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpuri silk, makhana from Darbhanga and Madhubani, the Barauni refinery and industrial units in Begusarai, the BIADA industrial areas at Hajipur, Bihta and Patliputra, tourism at Bodh Gaya and Rajgir, and trade with Nepal through Raxaul and Jogbani. One GST registration covers your business across the State; add branches or godowns in other districts as additional places of business.
Your application is assigned either to the Bihar Commercial Taxes Department (State GST) or to the Central GST (CBIC) administration based on your address, and the jurisdiction is printed on your registration certificate. Either way, the process is the same and fully online.
GST registration by district in Bihar
Choose your district for its blocks, towns, markets and industrial areas.
GST for businesses in Bihar
Wholesale & retail trade
Shops, wholesalers and distributors in Bihar register once turnover crosses ₹40 lakh (only goods), or earlier to buy from bigger distributors with input tax credit. Traders up to ₹1.5 crore can consider the composition scheme.
Agri-inputs, rice mills & mandi traders
Farmers selling their own produce don't need GST. Rice mills, cold storages, grain traders and fertiliser, seed and pesticide dealers in Bihar need a GSTIN once their turnover crosses the limit.
Factories & industrial units
Manufacturers in the BIADA industrial areas and other units in Bihar need a GSTIN to sell to companies, claim input tax credit on raw material and machinery, and move goods with e-way bills.
Contractors & real estate
Civil, electrical and road contractors, builders, brick kilns and material suppliers in Bihar need a GSTIN for government and corporate work, where TDS under GST is deducted on larger contracts.
Silk, handloom & Madhubani art
Weavers, silk traders, garment units and Madhubani painting businesses in Bihar register once turnover crosses ₹40 lakh, or earlier to sell to showrooms and online marketplaces in other States.
Online sellers
Sellers in Bihar supplying goods only within Bihar through marketplaces can use an enrolment number instead of GST below the limit. Selling to other States through Amazon, Flipkart or Meesho needs GST registration from the first sale.
Who needs GST registration in Bihar?
- 1Turnover above the limitBusinesses in Bihar with aggregate turnover above ₹40 lakh (only goods) or ₹20 lakh (services or both) in a financial year. Bihar uses the normal limits.
- 2Selling goods to other StatesAnyone supplying goods from Bihar to buyers outside Bihar, including Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and the rest of India, whatever the turnover.
- 3Online sellersSellers of goods on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho and similar platforms selling across States. Small sellers supplying only within Bihar can use an enrolment number instead.
- 4Contractors and suppliersSuppliers to government departments, PSUs, nagar nigams and parishads and panchayats who need a GSTIN for tenders, vendor registration and input tax credit.
- 5Exporters and Nepal tradersBusinesses exporting makhana, rice, litchi, silk or other goods, including traders supplying Nepal through Raxaul and Jogbani, need GST registration along with an Import Export Code, and file an LUT to export without paying tax.
- 6Casual and special casesCasual taxable persons at fairs and exhibitions, agents, input service distributors and businesses paying tax under reverse charge.
| Situation in Bihar | Registration needed? |
|---|---|
| Only goods, sold within Bihar | Above ₹40 lakh a year |
| Services, or goods and services together | Above ₹20 lakh a year |
| Goods sold to buyers in Jharkhand or other States | Yes, at any turnover |
| Services to clients in other States | Above ₹20 lakh a year |
| Goods sold online to other States | Yes, at any turnover |
| Goods sold online only within Bihar | Optional below ₹40 lakh (enrolment number instead) |
| Farmer selling own produce | No |
| Only exempt goods or services | No |
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 Bihar
Owner / partners / directors
- PAN card
- Aadhaar linked to your mobile (for the OTP)
- Passport-size photograph
- Email and mobile number
Business address in Bihar
- NBPDCL or SBPDCL electricity bill (recent)
- Holding tax receipt from the nagar nigam, nagar parishad or nagar panchayat
- Jamabandi / LPC from the circle office or latest lagan rasid (own land)
- 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 Bihar
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 Bihar
To get a GST number in Bihar you file Form GST REG-01 online with your PAN, Aadhaar, address proof and bank details. Once approved, the GST department issues a 15-digit GSTIN starting with 10 and a downloadable certificate. We handle every step and keep you posted on WhatsApp.
Looking for a GST consultant in Bihar? You don't need to visit an office: online GST registration takes one WhatsApp chat. Our GST experts work online for businesses in every district of Bihar: 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.
| Digits | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | State code | 10 (Bihar) |
| 3–12 | PAN of the business or proprietor | ABCDE1234F |
| 13 | Registration number under the same PAN in the State | 1 |
| 14 | Default letter | Z |
| 15 | Check digit | Letter or number |
After registration, your GST number stays active only if returns are filed on time. We can file your monthly or quarterly returns too, so you never pay late fees or face suspension. GST return filing
How to get GST registration in Bihar
Share your detailsDay 1
Send photos of your documents on WhatsApp. We check them the same day, including whether your electricity bill or property papers will be accepted, and confirm the right scheme and HSN/SAC codes.
We file REG-01Day 1–2
Our team prepares and files Form GST REG-01 on the GST portal with your Bihar business address, photos of the premises and the right jurisdiction.
Aadhaar authenticationDay 2
You receive an OTP on your Aadhaar-linked mobile. Share it to complete authentication, which avoids a physical verification in most cases. If the portal asks for biometric verification, we help you book a GST Suvidha Kendra slot and tell you what to carry.
Officer reviewDay 3–7
The State or Central GST officer reviews the application. If they ask for clarification, we reply on your behalf within the deadline.
GSTIN issuedDone
You get your 15-digit GSTIN starting with 10 and your registration certificate. We share your return due dates, invoice format and a checklist for your first month.
Regular, composition or QRMP: which suits a business in Bihar?
Picking the right scheme at registration saves tax and paperwork later. This is how the options compare in Bihar.
| Regular | Composition | QRMP | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who it suits | Businesses selling to other businesses or other States | Small traders, manufacturers and restaurants selling to consumers in Bihar | Regular taxpayers with turnover up to ₹5 crore who want fewer returns |
| Turnover limit | No limit | Up to ₹1.5 crore (goods), ₹50 lakh (services) | Up to ₹5 crore |
| Tax | Collected from customers at the applicable rate | Fixed % of turnover: 1% traders and manufacturers, 5% restaurants, 6% services | Same as regular, paid monthly |
| Input tax credit | Yes | No | Yes |
| Sell to other States | Yes | No (goods) | Yes |
| Main returns | GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B monthly | CMP-08 quarterly, GSTR-4 yearly | GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B quarterly, 3B due on the 24th in Bihar |
GST compliance after registration in Bihar
Getting a GSTIN is the start. These are the returns and due dates that apply to businesses in Bihar:
| Return | Who files | Due date |
|---|---|---|
| GSTR-1 | Regular taxpayers (sales details) | 11th of next month (13th after the quarter under QRMP) |
| GSTR-3B | Regular taxpayers (summary and tax payment) | 20th of next month; 24th after the quarter for QRMP filers in Bihar |
| PMT-06 | QRMP filers (monthly tax payment) | 25th of the next month for the first two months of a quarter |
| CMP-08 | Composition dealers | 18th after each quarter |
| GSTR-4 | Composition dealers (annual) | 30 April after the financial year |
| GSTR-9 | Annual return (compulsory above ₹2 crore turnover) | 31 December after the financial year |
- Display your GSTINOn your name board and every invoice
- Issue GST invoicesWith HSN/SAC codes and place of supply
- E-way billsFor moving goods above the value limit
- File nil returns tooEven in months with no sales
Why GST applications from Bihar get stuck, and how we prevent it
- AddressAddress proof doesn't matchThe door number, ward or PIN on the electricity bill or property papers differs from the application. We match them before filing.
- Land papersProperty in someone else's nameIf the building or land is still in a parent's or grandparent's name, add the owner's consent letter and ID. We check the jamabandi, LPC or tax receipt before uploading.
- AadhaarAadhaar authentication skippedWithout it, the officer can order a site visit and approval can take up to 30 days. We complete it on day one.
- PhotosUnclear photos of the premisesOfficers often ask for a photo showing the name board and the building. We tell you exactly what to click.
- LimitUsing the goods limit for servicesThe ₹40 lakh limit is only for businesses selling goods. If you also supply services, the limit is ₹20 lakh, and late registration means tax, interest and penalty on past sales.
- CodesWrong HSN/SAC or business typeChoosing the wrong codes or constitution leads to queries later. We select them based on what you actually sell.
- QueriesMissing the 7-day reply windowAn unanswered query (REG-03) leads to rejection. We reply within the deadline, with no extra fee.
Other registrations for businesses in Bihar
- Shops & officesShops and Establishments registrationShops, offices and commercial establishments register under the Bihar Shops and Establishments Act, 1953. Shop Act registration
- Everyone in BiharBihar Profession Tax (PT)Businesses, professionals and employers enrol for Profession Tax with the Commercial Taxes Department; employers deduct it from salaries.
- MSMEsUdyam registrationFree MSME registration for priority lending, State and Central schemes and protection against delayed payments. Udyam registration
- Food businessesFSSAI licenceRestaurants, sweet shops, bakeries, rice mills, makhana, litchi and dairy processors and food manufacturers. FSSAI registration
- Town shopsTrade licenceNagar nigams, nagar parishads and nagar panchayats issue trade licences in towns; in villages, the gram panchayat issues the NOC. Trade licence
- ExportersImport Export Code (IEC)Needed to export makhana, rice, silk or anything else, including to Nepal, or to import. IEC registration
- Brand ownersTrademarkProtect your business name and logo across India. Trademark registration
GST registration in Bihar: FAQs
How much does GST registration cost in Bihar?+
Registration itself is free on the GST portal. Our fixed fee for a business in Bihar starts at ₹499 + GST, with no extra charge for handling officer queries or re-uploading documents.
How long does GST registration take in Bihar?+
Most applications from Bihar 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 and reply to any query for you.
What is the GST registration limit for businesses in Bihar?+
Bihar follows the normal limits: registration is compulsory once aggregate turnover crosses ₹40 lakh for businesses supplying only goods, or ₹20 lakh for services or mixed supplies. Sellers of goods to other States and e-commerce sellers of goods across States must register from the first sale.
Which documents are needed for GST registration in Bihar?+
PAN and Aadhaar of the proprietor, partners or directors, a photograph, bank proof, and proof of your business address in Bihar: a recent NBPDCL or SBPDCL electricity bill, the holding tax receipt from the nagar nigam, nagar parishad or nagar panchayat, or the jamabandi, land possession certificate (LPC) or latest lagan rasid for your own land, with the owner's consent if the property is in a family member's name. For rented premises, add the rent agreement.
What is the GST state code for Bihar?+
10. Every GSTIN issued to a business registered in Bihar, including one in Bihar, starts with 10, followed by the PAN of the business.
How can I get a GST number in Bihar?+
Share your PAN, Aadhaar, photo, address proof and bank details with us on WhatsApp. We file Form GST REG-01 online, you confirm an Aadhaar OTP, and the department issues your 15-digit GSTIN starting with 10 and the registration certificate.
Is the GST registration limit the same across Bihar?+
Yes. The limits are the same in every district and block: ₹40 lakh for businesses selling only goods and ₹20 lakh for services or mixed supplies. Bihar is not one of the special category States that use lower limits.
Can I register GST from my home in Bihar?+
Yes. Your house can be the principal place of business, with an electricity bill or holding tax receipt, and a consent letter if the house is in a family member's name. Keep a small name board for any verification.
Can a small business in Bihar choose the composition scheme?+
Yes. Traders and manufacturers in Bihar with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore can opt for composition and pay 1% of turnover (5% for restaurants), and service providers up to ₹50 lakh pay 6%. You can't collect GST from customers or claim input tax credit, and goods can't be sold to other States.
Is there profession tax in Bihar?+
Yes. Bihar levies Profession Tax under the Bihar State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Act, 2011. Businesses and professionals enrol with the Commercial Taxes Department, and employers deduct PT from salaries. It is separate from GST; we can help with both.
Can I sell on Amazon or Flipkart from Bihar without GST?+
Only within Bihar. Small sellers supplying goods only within their own State can sell through marketplaces with an enrolment number instead of GST below the limit. To sell to buyers in other States through Amazon, Flipkart or Meesho, you need GST registration from the first sale.
Do I need a separate GST registration for a branch in another district of Bihar?+
No. One GST registration covers the whole State. A shop, godown or office in another district of Bihar is added as an additional place of business. You need a separate registration only for another State.
I have an office in Bihar and another in Jharkhand. Is one GST registration enough?+
No. GST registration is State-wise. Your Bihar premises are registered in Bihar (GSTIN starting 10) and the Jharkhand office needs its own registration (starting 20), under the same PAN.
When are GST returns due for a business in Bihar?+
Monthly filers submit GSTR-1 by the 11th and GSTR-3B by the 20th of the next month. Small taxpayers under the QRMP scheme in Bihar file GSTR-3B by the 24th of the month after the quarter. Composition dealers file CMP-08 by the 18th after each quarter.
Do I need a trade licence along with GST in Bihar?+
GST doesn't need one, but nagar nigams, nagar parishads and nagar panchayats issue trade licences for shops in their towns, and shops and offices register under the Bihar Shops and Establishments Act. A trade licence is also useful supporting proof of your place of business.
How do traders supplying goods to Nepal handle GST?+
Exports to Nepal are zero-rated under GST. Traders need GST registration and an Import Export Code, file a Letter of Undertaking (LUT), and send goods through the Raxaul, Jogbani or other land customs stations with the export documents. We file the LUT along with your registration.
Which GST office handles a business in Bihar?+
The GST portal assigns your registration either to the Bihar Commercial Taxes Department (State GST) or to the Central GST administration, based on your address. The jurisdiction is printed on your certificate; the process is the same and fully online.
Do you help with GST registration in every district of Bihar?+
Yes. iBACT Digital handles GST registration online for businesses in all 38 districts and 537 blocks of Bihar, from Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur and Muzaffarpur to Darbhanga, Purnia, Begusarai, Arrah, Hajipur and Motihari.