GSTN: Document Verification and Biometric Aadhaar Authentication Now Mandatory for GST Registration in Uttar Pradesh
An influential move has been taken by the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) to ease the GST registration processes, introducing a new verification procedure for applicants from Uttar Pradesh (U.P.). GST registration applicants under the advisory on 16 March 2025, may now be identified on the GST portal using data analysis and risk parameters, mandating them to complete biometric-based Aadhaar authentication. They shall be required to furnish a photograph and present the original copies of documents uploaded with the application. Date of Implementation and Processing GSTN has made the new functionality and has started in Uttar Pradesh from 15th March 2025. The same feature introduces document verification and an appointment booking system for the petitioner determined for biometric authentication. Steps in the Revised Authentication Process An applicant on submitting Form GST REG-01 will get an email that has either- A link for the OTP-based Aadhaar Authentication, permit...