GST Registration in Maharashtra

Quick answer

GST registration in Maharashtra: the short answer

To get GST registration in Maharashtra, 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. Businesses in Maharashtra must register once turnover crosses ₹40 lakh (goods only) or ₹20 lakh (services), or earlier if they sell goods to other States or online across States. iBACT Digital files it for you from ₹499 + GST, and most GSTINs are issued in 3–7 working days. Your GSTIN will start with 27, the Maharashtra state code.

महाराष्ट्र येथे जीएसटी नोंदणी ऑनलाइन करा: iBACT Digital चे शुल्क ₹499 पासून (+ GST), सरकारी शुल्क ₹0. GSTIN साधारणपणे 3–7 कामकाजाच्या दिवसांत मिळतो.

Maharashtra details

Maharashtra at a glance for GST

Districts: 36
Revenue divisions: 6
Talukas: 350+
Villages: 44,000+
GST state code: 27 (Maharashtra)
Registration limit: ₹40 lakh goods / ₹20 lakh services

Maharashtra has one of India's largest GST taxpayer bases, from Mumbai's financial and trading hubs and Pune's IT and automobile industry to sugar co-operatives in western Maharashtra, cotton in Vidarbha and fisheries along the Konkan coast. A single GST registration covers your business across the State; add branches or godowns in other districts as additional places of business.

Your application is assigned to either the Maharashtra State Tax department or 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.

All districts

GST registration in every district of Maharashtra

Choose your district for local details, talukas and villages.

Who needs GST

Who needs GST registration in Maharashtra?

1
Turnover above the limitBusinesses in Maharashtra with aggregate turnover above ₹40 lakh (only goods) or ₹20 lakh (services or both) in a financial year.
2
Selling goods to other StatesAnyone supplying goods from Maharashtra to customers outside Maharashtra, whatever the turnover.
3
Online sellersSellers of goods on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho and similar platforms selling across States. Small sellers supplying only within Maharashtra can use an enrolment number instead.
4
Business customers ask for a GSTINSuppliers to companies, government departments and larger businesses often need a GSTIN so buyers can claim input tax credit.
5
Exporters and importersBusinesses exporting goods or services, or claiming refunds, need GST registration along with an Import Export Code.
6
Casual and special casesCasual taxable persons at exhibitions, agents, input service distributors and businesses paying tax under reverse charge.

Documents

Documents required for GST registration in Maharashtra

Owner / partners / directors

PAN card, Aadhaar (linked to mobile for OTP), photograph, email and mobile number.

Place of business

Electricity bill, property tax receipt or sale deed. If rented: rent agreement or owner's consent letter with their ID.

Bank account

Cancelled cheque, passbook first page or bank statement showing the account holder's name, account number and IFSC.

For firms & companies

Partnership deed, LLP agreement or certificate of incorporation, plus authorisation letter or board resolution for the signatory.

Business details

Goods or services you sell (we pick the HSN/SAC codes), expected turnover, and Udyam number if you have one.

Digital signature

Companies and LLPs sign with a DSC. Proprietors and partnerships can sign with Aadhaar OTP or EVC.

Fees & plans

GST registration fees in Maharashtra

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

Choose plan

Get your GST number in Maharashtra

Your GST number in Maharashtra is a 15-digit GSTIN that begins with 27 (Maharashtra) 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, typically 3 to 7 working days after filing.

Many businesses hire a GST consultant in Maharashtra or a CA just to file one form. With iBACT Digital you get the same expert help as an online GST registration in Maharashtra, for every district of Maharashtra, at a fixed fee of ₹499 + GST, with no hidden charges and replies to officer queries included.

After registration, your GST number in Maharashtra stays active only if returns are filed on time. We can file your monthly GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B returns too, so you never pay late fees or face suspension. GST return filing

How it works

How to get GST registration in Maharashtra

Share your detailsDay 1

Send your documents on WhatsApp or upload them. We check them the same day 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 Maharashtra business address.

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.

Officer reviewDay 3–7

The 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 27 and your registration certificate. We share your return due dates and invoice format.

Other licences

Other registrations for businesses in Maharashtra

Most businesses
Shop & Establishment (Gumasta)Under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, 2017, units with 10 or more workers register, and smaller ones file an intimation. Shop Act registration
Employers
Professional Tax (PTEC / PTRC)Maharashtra professional tax enrolment for the business, and registration for employers deducting PT from salaries.
MSMEs
Udyam registrationFree MSME registration for priority lending, subsidies and protection against delayed payments. Udyam registration
Food businesses
FSSAI licenceRestaurants, sweet shops, dairies, kirana stores and food manufacturers. FSSAI registration
Local body
Trade licence / NOCMunicipal corporations and councils issue trade licences for many business types. Trade licence
Brand owners
TrademarkProtect your business name and logo across India. Trademark registration

FAQs

GST registration in Maharashtra: FAQs

How much does GST registration cost in Maharashtra?

There is no government fee for GST registration. iBACT Digital's professional fee starts at ₹499 + GST for preparing and filing your application, including HSN/SAC selection and replies to officer queries.

How long does GST registration take in Maharashtra?

Most applications are approved in 3 to 7 working days. Small businesses opting for the simplified registration scheme can get auto-approval in about 3 working days. If the officer orders physical verification of your premises, it can take up to 30 days.

What is the GST registration limit for businesses in Maharashtra?

Maharashtra is in Maharashtra, where registration is required once aggregate turnover crosses ₹40 lakh for businesses supplying only goods, or ₹20 lakh for services or mixed supplies. Some businesses must register regardless of turnover, such as inter-State sellers of goods and e-commerce sellers of goods across States.

Which documents are needed for GST registration in Maharashtra?

PAN and Aadhaar of the proprietor, partners or directors, a photograph, proof of the business address in Maharashtra (electricity bill, property tax receipt or rent agreement with NOC), bank account details, and business registration documents for firms and companies.

Is the GST state code for Maharashtra 27?

Yes. Every GSTIN issued to a business registered in Maharashtra starts with 27, the Maharashtra state code, followed by the business's PAN.

Do I need separate GST registration for each district in Maharashtra?

No. One GST registration covers your business across Maharashtra. You can add branches or godowns in other districts as additional places of business. A separate registration is needed only for another State.

Do you help with GST registration in every district of Maharashtra?

Yes. iBACT Digital handles GST registration online for businesses in all 36 districts of Maharashtra, from Mumbai and Pune to Gadchiroli and Sindhudurg, including towns and villages.

How can I get a GST number in Maharashtra?

Share your PAN, Aadhaar, photograph, business address proof and bank details with us on WhatsApp. We file Form GST REG-01 online, you confirm an Aadhaar OTP, and the GST department issues your 15-digit GST number (starting with 27) and GST certificate, usually within 3 to 7 working days.

Can I get GST registration in Maharashtra without a CA?

Yes. You don't need to visit a CA's office. iBACT Digital files your application online with qualified professionals checking it, at a fixed fee starting from ₹499 + GST, and keeps you updated on WhatsApp.