A "GST number" is your GSTIN — a 15-character identifier the government issues once your registration is approved. SetupFiling.in's CA-assisted team files your application on the GST portal and gets your GSTIN issued correctly, without back-and-forth over rejected fields.

Quick Answer: A GST number (GSTIN) is a 15-character code issued after your GST registration is approved. To register, apply on the GST portal with PAN, Aadhaar, and address proof — or let SetupFiling.in file it for you at ₹999 onwards, with your GSTIN typically issued in 24–72 hours.
People searching for a "GST number" are usually looking for one specific thing: the GSTIN (Goods and Services Tax Identification Number) — the 15-character code that appears on every registered business's invoices, portal login, and compliance filings. You don't apply for the number directly; you apply for GST registration, and the GSTIN is what the government issues once that application is approved. Getting the registration right the first time — correct entity type, accurate address proof, matching PAN details — is what determines whether that number arrives in 24 hours or gets stuck in a query-and-resubmission loop. GST Registration services across India from SetupFiling.in exist specifically to avoid that loop.
SetupFiling.in is founded by practising Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Trademark Attorneys with 15+ years of combined experience, and we have already helped 12,000+ entrepreneurs and 50,000+ customers across India register and stay compliant.
Every GSTIN follows the same fixed structure, so once you know the pattern, you can read useful information straight off any GST number:
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Send your PAN, Aadhaar, business address proof, and bank details via WhatsApp or email to our compliance team.
Our CA/CS team prepares and files your GST REG-01 application directly on the official GST portal.
You receive an Application Reference Number (ARN) instantly, and we track its status until approval.
Once approved, your 15-digit GSTIN, registration certificate, and GST portal login credentials are emailed to you.
The single biggest cause of a delayed GSTIN isn't the government — it's a small mismatch in the application itself: an address proof that doesn't match the entered address, a PAN name that doesn't exactly match Aadhaar, or a wrong entity type selected. Our team of Chartered Accountants and Company Secretaries checks every field against your documents before submission, so your GST number arrives on schedule instead of after a query notice. And once it's issued, we stay involved: monthly and quarterly GST return filing help, GSTR-3B filing support, updating your GST registration details, and GST registration cancellation process are all handled by the same team.
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What does a GST number look like?
A GST number (GSTIN) is a 15-character code, for example 22AAAAA0000A1Z5 — made up of a 2-digit state code, the 10-character PAN, an entity code, a default "Z," and a checksum digit.
How much does it cost to register for a GST number?
GST registration with SetupFiling.in starts at ₹999 for the Silver package. The Gold package (registration + 6 months of returns) costs ₹1,999, and the Premium package (registration + 12 months of returns) costs ₹3,699.
How long does it take to get a GST number?
The Silver package is delivered in 48–72 hours, while the Gold and Premium packages are delivered within 24 hours, subject to timely document submission and GST portal approval.
What is the difference between GST registration and a GST number?
GST registration is the application process. The GST number (GSTIN) is the 15-character identifier issued once that application is approved — you register in order to receive the number.
Can I get a GST number without a PAN?
No. PAN is mandatory for GST registration in almost all cases, since digits 3–12 of every GSTIN are exactly the applicant's PAN. Only a small set of specific categories, such as non-resident taxable persons, follow a different process.
How can I check if a GST number is valid?
The GST portal provides a public "Search Taxpayer" tool where any GSTIN can be looked up to confirm it is active and matches the registered business name.
What documents are required to register for a GST number?
You need PAN, Aadhaar, a passport-size photo, proof of business address, and bank account details. Companies and LLPs additionally need a Certificate of Incorporation and digital signature.
Can a business have more than one GST number?
Yes. A business can hold multiple GSTINs if it operates in more than one state, or multiple registrations within the same state for distinct business verticals, reflected in the 13th digit of each GSTIN.
What happens if I operate without a GST number when required?
Operating without mandatory GST registration can attract a penalty of 10% of the tax due (minimum ₹10,000), or 100% of the tax due in cases of deliberate evasion.
How do I place an order to register for a GST number?
Select a package above and click "Place Your Order" to pay securely via Razorpay, or message us on WhatsApp at +91 98182 09246 and our team will guide you through the process.
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