How much does GST registration cost in India?

GST registration costs ₹0 in government fees. If you hire a professional service like EasyVyapar, the cost ranges from ₹499 (basic filing) to ₹1,499 (premium with CA support, LUT filing, and 90-day post-registration support). Total out-of-pocket: ₹499–₹1,499.

Is there a GST on the GST registration fee?

Yes. Professional service fees for GST registration (charged by consultants) are subject to 18% GST. If EasyVyapar charges ₹499, the invoice will show ₹499 + 18% GST = ₹588.82 total. Government fee remains ₹0 regardless.

Can I get GST registration done for free?

Yes, the government registration itself is free. You can file directly on gst.gov.in at no cost. However, doing it yourself requires understanding of the application process, document requirements, and error handling. Professional services like EasyVyapar charge ₹499 for expert-assisted filing to avoid errors and rejections.

Are there any hidden charges in GST registration?

Legitimate GST registration services should have no hidden charges. Watch out for: (1) consultants charging a 'government processing fee' — there is none; (2) annual renewal fees — GST registration has no annual renewal; (3) 'express' charges that are not disclosed upfront. EasyVyapar shows complete pricing at ₹499/₹999/₹1,499 with no hidden fees.

GST Registration Fees in India 2026 — Government Charge + Professional Fee

Q: What is the government fee for GST registration?

The government fee for GST registration in India is ₹0 (zero). The government does not charge any fee for obtaining a GSTIN. You only pay a professional or consultant fee if you hire someone to file the application on your behalf.

Table of Contents 1. Government fee for GST registration (₹0) 2. Professional / consultant fee breakdown 3. EasyVyapar pricing packages 4. Fee comparison: EasyVyapar vs CA vs DIY 5. Hidden charges to watch for 6. Is there an annual GST renewal fee? 7. FAQ

1. Government Fee for GST Registration — ₹0

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) does not charge any government fee for GST registration. Obtaining a GSTIN (GST Identification Number) is completely free from the government's side.

Government fee: ₹0 (Zero)
This has been the case since GST was introduced on July 1, 2017. There is no plan to introduce a government fee. Any consultant or service claiming to charge a "government processing fee" is misleading you.

Fee Component	Amount	Who Charges
GST Application Filing (Form REG-01)	₹0	Government / CBIC
GSTIN Issuance	₹0	Government / CBIC
GST Certificate Download	₹0	Government Portal
Professional Filing Fee (if using a service)	₹499 – ₹1,499	CA / GST Consultant / EasyVyapar

2. Professional / Consultant Fee — What It Covers

When you hire a CA, a GST consultant, or a service like EasyVyapar, you pay a professional fee for their time and expertise. Here's what this fee typically covers:

Document review — verifying all documents are in the correct format before submission
Application preparation — filling Form REG-01 on gst.gov.in with correct HSN codes, business details, and address classification
Aadhaar OTP coordination — guiding you through the Aadhaar verification step
ARN tracking — monitoring the application status and responding to any officer queries (SCN — Show Cause Notice)
GSTIN delivery — sending you the final certificate with login credentials

What professional fees do NOT include: Government fees (there are none), GST portal registration itself, or any form of "expedited processing" from the government side. No consultant can speed up the government's processing time — anyone claiming so is misleading you.

Market Rate Comparison for Professional Fees (2026)

Service Provider	Typical Fee Range	Turnaround	Support
Local CA / Tax Consultant	₹1,500 – ₹5,000	5–10 days	In-person, phone
IndiaFilings / Vakilsearch	₹1,499 – ₹3,999	3–7 days	Portal + call
EasyVyapar	₹499 – ₹1,499	3–5 days (filed in 24 hrs)	WhatsApp + email
DIY (yourself on gst.gov.in)	₹0	3–7 days	None

3. EasyVyapar GST Registration Packages

Basic

₹499

GST Application Filing
Document Verification
ARN issued within 24 hours
GSTIN in 3–5 days by email
Email support

Choose Basic

5. Hidden Charges to Watch For

Some consultants and online services advertise low prices but add charges later. Here's what to watch for:

🚫 "Government Processing Fee" — ₹200–₹500
There is no such fee. The government charges ₹0. This is a markup disguised as a government charge.

🚫 "Annual GST Renewal Fee" — ₹500–₹1,000/year
GST registration does not expire and requires no annual renewal. This is completely fraudulent.

🚫 "Expedited Processing Fee" — ₹1,000+
No consultant can speed up government processing. The GST portal processes all applications in the same queue. Express GSTIN is not a real service.

✅ Legitimate extra charges (disclosed upfront)
LUT filing (₹500–₹999 separately), multi-state registration (one GSTIN per state), GST filing/return services — these are real services with real costs. EasyVyapar discloses all fees before payment.

6. Is There an Annual GST Renewal Fee?

No. GST registration is a one-time registration with no annual renewal fee or expiry date. Once you have a GSTIN, it remains valid indefinitely — as long as you file your GST returns on time and don't surrender or cancel the registration.

Your ongoing GST costs after registration are:

GSTR-1 filing (monthly/quarterly) — DIY free, or CA charges ₹500–₹1,500/return
GSTR-3B filing (monthly) — DIY free, or CA charges ₹500–₹2,000/month
Annual Return GSTR-9 — DIY free, or CA charges ₹2,000–₹5,000/year
Late filing penalty — ₹50/day for GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B (₹20/day for nil returns) if filed late

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the government fee for GST registration?

₹0. The government does not charge any fee for GST registration. You pay only professional service fees if you hire a consultant.

How much does GST registration cost at EasyVyapar?

Basic plan at ₹499 (filing + GSTIN delivery). Standard at ₹999 (priority + WhatsApp + 30-day support). Premium at ₹1,499 (CA support + LUT + 90-day support). Government fee ₹0 in all plans.

Is there GST charged on the GST registration fee?

Yes. Professional service fees attract 18% GST. EasyVyapar's ₹499 plan = ₹499 + 18% GST = ~₹589 total. The government registration fee of ₹0 has no GST.

Can I register for GST free of charge?

Yes — you can file directly on gst.gov.in at zero cost. The process takes 45–90 minutes if you have all documents ready. EasyVyapar charges ₹499 to handle the filing, document verification, and error resolution for you.

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