GST registration may soon need just one form

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is considering a proposal to simplify GST registration by allowing businesses to apply in multiple states through a single application process. The council is also expected to decide on a unified set of documents that tax officers would require. The move aims to streamline the process, making it easier for businesses to do business across states.

Currently, there are over 1.68 crore businesses registered under GST. The new registration form, once implemented, will be user-friendly and accompanied by guidance. The GST Council may also approve guidelines for officers on the documents required for GST registration and their purposes. These changes are part of a broader effort to bring about ease of doing business.