GSTN introduces Slot Booking Facility for Biometric Aadhaar Authentication for GST Registration

GSTN introduces Slot Booking Facility for Biometric Aadhaar Authentication for GST Registration

In a major development, the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has rolled out a new facility of Slot Booking for Biometric Aadhaar Authentication for GST Registration as per Rule 8 of CGST Rules, 2017.

This new facility is now rolled out in the states of Bihar, Delhi, Karnataka and also Punjab. The facility has been rolled out in 12 States/UTs till September 06, 2024.

Rolled out in following States/UTs till 6th September 2024

1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Bihar*
3. Chandigarh
4. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
5. Delhi*
6. Gujarat
7. Jammu and Kashmir
8. Karnataka*
9. Puducherry
10. Punjab*
11. Uttarakhand
12. West Bengal

Note: Remaining states/UTs to be covered soon.

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This is a significant milestone in creating deterrence against fraudsters and securing the GST ecosystem across the country.

Technology Initiative by GSTN to:

1. Combat the menace of fake registrations and bogus billing.

2. Prevent misuse of Aadhaar and PAN cards.

3. Protect innocent citizens from fraudulent elements.