GST Registration Just Got Easier: Directors Can Now Choose a GSK in Their Home State!

In a move to simplify the GST registration process, the GST Network (GSTN) has introduced a new facility allowing Promoters and Directors of certain companies to complete their Biometric Authentication at any GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK) in their Home State.

Until now, biometric verification meant visiting a specific GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK) tied to your jurisdiction but now GSTN has introduced a new facility allowing directors of Public Limited, Private Limited, Unlimited, and Foreign Companies to complete their biometric verification at any GSK in their home state.

Let’s dive into what this change means!

Advisory dated March 3rd, 2025

Advisory: Enhancements in Biometric Functionality - Allowing Directors to opt for Biometric Authentication in Their Home State

Mar 3rd, 2025

Dear Taxpayers,

You may be aware that new GST registration applicants who opt for Aadhaar authentication are required to undergo the process either through OTP verification or Biometric Authentication at a designated GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK), based on system-driven data analysis. To facilitate a seamless process, GSTN provides a slot booking facility, with the link shared in the intimation email sent to the applicant.

As per the existing system, applicants selected for Biometric Authentication must visit the designated GSK mapped to their jurisdiction. However, GSTN has now introduced an additional facility allowing certain Promoters/Directors to complete their Biometric Authentication at any GSK in their Home State.

This facility applies to individuals listed in the Promoter/Partner tab for the following types of businesses:

   • Public Limited Company

   • Private Limited Company

   • Unlimited Company

   • Foreign Company

Under this enhancement, such Promoters/Directors can now choose any available GSK within their Home State in India (as per REG-01) for Biometric Authentication.

Key Points of the Advisory

   1. If a new registration application is selected for Biometric Authentication, an intimation email will be sent to the applicant. Eligible Promoters/Directors will be given the option to select any GSK in their Home State through this email.

   2. To avail of this option, such Promoter/Director must follow the instructions provided in the intimation email and select a GSK within their home state.

   3. The selection of a GSK in the Home State is a one-time facility and cannot be changed once selected. Promoters/Directors are advised to choose their GSK carefully.

   4. This facility is currently available in 33 States/UTs where Biometric Authentication has been enabled. It will soon be extended to the remaining three states: Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Sikkim. Such Promoters/Directors whose Home State is other than Uttar Pradesh, Assam, or Sikkim can opt for any GSK in their Home State.

   5. Upon selection of a Home-State GSK, the Promoter/Director will receive an email confirmation, along with a new slot booking link.

   6. Using the provided link, the Promoter/Director can book a slot at their convenience, subject to availability at the chosen GSK.

   7. The required photo capture and Biometric Authentication process will be completed at the selected GSK in the Home State.

   8. If a Promoter/Director has already completed the biometric process, they will not be required to undergo it again.

   9. If the Promoter/Director and the Primary Authorized Signatory (PAS) are the same person, the Home-State GSK selection option will not be available. The PAS must visit the designated jurisdictional GSK for the required process, including document verification.

   10. To ensure a smooth process, it is advised that the Promoter/Director completes Biometric Authentication before the Primary Authorized Signatory visits the GSK.

   11. Opting for Biometric Authentication at a GSK in the home state is not mandatory. Promoters/Directors can visit their designated jurisdictional GSK if preferred.

Taxpayers are requested to follow this advisory for the smooth processing of their GST registration applications.

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Thank You,

Team GSTN

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Key Enhancements

• Prior with the GST registration process, applicants who choose Aadhaar authentication are required to verify their identity either through OTP-based verification or biometric authentication at a designated GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK). This assignment was based purely on system-driven data and was linked to the jurisdiction of the business.
• With this latest enhancement, certain company directors and promoters can now choose any GSK in their home state for biometric authentication. 
• This facility applies to individuals listed in the Promoter/Partner tab for the following types of businesses:

1. Public Limited Company
2. Private Limited Company
3. Unlimited Company
4. Foreign Company

• Once the application is picked for biometric authentication, the Promoter/Director receive an intimation email from GSTN. This email will offer the option to select any GSK in the applicant home state. The email will contain clear steps, simply follow them to choose preferred GSK within the Promoter/Director home state. Once the Promoter/Director has selected a home-state GSK, they’ll receive an email confirmation with a new slot booking link. Using the provided link, the Promoter/Director can book a slot at their convenience, subject to availability at the chosen GSK. On the appointment day, visit the selected GSK and complete the photo capture and biometric authentication process. The required photo capture and Biometric Authentication process will be completed at the selected GSK in the Home State.

• The GSK selection is a one-time choice. Once the Promoter/Director has picked a location, it cannot be changed once selected. Promoters/Directors are advised to choose their GSK carefully.
• This facility is currently active in 33 States/UTs and will soon be extended to Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Sikkim. If your home state is outside these three states, you can already take advantage of this option.
• If the Promoter/Director and the Primary Authorized Signatories (PAS) are the same person, the home-state GSK option won’t apply. The PAS must visit the jurisdictional GSK for both biometric and document verification.
• Opting for Biometric Authentication at a GSK in the home state is not mandatory. Promoters/Directors can visit their designated jurisdictional GSK if preferred.

Conclusion

The new enhancement in biometric authentication is a welcome step toward making the GST registration process more efficient and user-friendly. By allowing company directors and promoters to choose any GST Suvidha Kendra within their home state, GSTN has removed a major logistical hurdle, saving both time and effort. This added flexibility makes compliance easier while ensuring that the verification process remains robust and secure.

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