GST registration application rejected — recovery guide (2026)

• Aadhaar auth fail — Aadhaar not linked to mobile / name spelling differs from PAN.
• Premises proof rejected — rent agreement unregistered or in someone else's name.
• Bank account mismatch — current account name ≠ entity name on PAN.
• Physical verification adverse — officer didn't find premises / flagged risky.
• Documents incomplete — partnership deed / MoA missing for non-proprietorship.

1. Check rejection note — gst.gov.in → Track Application Status → ARN → reason note from officer.
2. If Aadhaar auth fail — Link Aadhaar to mobile (UIDAI) + ensure name matches PAN. Re-submit Aadhaar OTP.
3. If premises proof rejected — Submit registered rent agreement (Rs 100 stamp + notary) OR ownership deed OR latest electricity bill (≤3 months) in name of applicant/owner.
4. If bank mismatch — Submit current account passbook / cancelled cheque in entity's exact PAN name.
5. If physical verification adverse — Be present at premises during officer visit; provide additional proof (signage, employees, invoices).
6. Re-submit clarification — Within 7 working days of SCN (Show Cause Notice). Login → Reply to SCN → upload corrected docs. Free.
7. Appeal under §107 — If rejection confirmed: appeal to Asstt Commissioner Appeals within 90 days. Pre-deposit 10% disputed amount (often Rs 0 for registration).
8. RTI to State GST Commissioner — For: officer's rationale + state-wide rejection patterns. CIC has consistently directed disclosure.

• Statutory appeal route: GST §107 appeal hierarchy: Asstt Commissioner Appeals → Commissioner → Appellate Tribunal → HC.
• Appeal window: 7 working days for SCN reply; 90 days for §107 appeal
• Fee: Free for SCN reply + registration appeal. Higher appeals: 10% pre-deposit of disputed tax (registration: usually Rs 0).

• Aadhaar with linked mobile (PAN-matched name)
• Registered rent agreement / electricity bill in applicant name
• Current account passbook in entity PAN name
• Photo + signage proof at premises

Government rejection orders often lack actual rationale. RTI brings out the file noting + officer name + actual basis — and that visibility usually resolves the case. Use this template:

1. Copy of the rejection order + complete file noting on application no. _____ dated _____.
2. Name + designation of the officer who took the rejection decision.
3. Specific Section / Rule / Circular under which rejection was made + supporting evidence relied upon.
4. Number of similar applications in the past 12 months that were (a) approved, (b) rejected — for the same officer.
5. The procedure + timeline for filing an appeal + the office of the appellate authority.

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Yes — fresh ARN. But save fee/effort by responding within window.

Usually authorized signatory's Aadhaar suffices. Switch authorized signatory if one director's Aadhaar can't link.

Yes if NOC from owner + electricity bill / agreement. Many startups use coworking GSTIN successfully.

GST profiles risky: scrap, precious metals, jewelry, alcohol. More inspections; expect 1-2 visits.

Appeal under §107 if grounds illegitimate. Or re-apply with different premises if practical.

• 25 how-to-apply guides
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• 30 documents-required checklists
• Full RTI Playbook — 100+ scenarios

• Statutory appeal under relevant Act/Rule — see legal framework section.
• Citizen feedback collected via AwaazRTI (composite, identifying details removed).

Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.