GST Registration Fees — Government Cost vs Service Cost Explained
A lot of confusion around 'GST registration fees' comes from mixing up two different things: the government charges nothing to issue a GSTIN, but preparing an error-free application, handling document formatting, and following up with the department takes real expertise — that's the service fee you pay a consultant. We keep ours published and transparent, starting at ₹399, with no surprise add-ons at the end.
Government fee: ₹0
GST registration on the official portal has no government fee for standard applications — anyone telling you otherwise is likely padding their invoice.
Our service fee: from ₹399
Covers consultation, document review, application filing, and follow-up until GSTIN issuance. See our full Pricing page for what's included at each tier.
No hidden charges
If a clarification notice is raised by the department, we handle the response as part of your original fee — not as a separate billable event.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, GST registration itself is free of cost on the government portal. What you pay us covers document preparation, application filing, error-free submission, and follow-up with the GST department until your GSTIN is issued — our GST Registration plan starts from ₹399.
Once you share your documents and complete payment, we prepare and file your application within 24 hours. After filing, the GST department typically issues the GSTIN within 3–7 working days if there are no clarification queries — occasionally it can take longer if the officer requests additional documents.
Our service fee covers the effort of preparing and filing your application correctly the first time. If a GST officer raises a clarification, we handle the response at no extra cost. Talk to our team about your specific situation — we'll always be upfront about what's recoverable versus what's a government-side delay outside our control.
Related Reading
- GST Registration Online — Apply From Anywhere in India
- GST Registration Process — Step-by-Step Timeline
- Documents Required for GST Registration
For the full GST registration walkthrough — eligibility, documents, fees, and penalties — see our main GST Registration guide.
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