GST Cancellation
If your business has closed, changed operations, or no longer meets GST applicability criteria, it's essential to cancel your GST registration to avoid unnecessary compliance and penalties.
GST cancellation ensures that your GSTIN is deactivated formally with the GST Department, preventing further return obligations, tax liabilities, or departmental scrutiny.
Our GST Cancellation Services help you smoothly exit the GST system — whether you're a sole proprietor, small trader, consultant, or a business entity undergoing closure or restructuring.
Key Features / Process
Eligibility Consultation
Assess if your business qualifies for GST cancellation — due to closure, turnover falling below threshold, merger, or business transfer.
Cancellation Application (REG-16)
Preparation and filing of Form GST REG-16 on the GST portal with correct details, reason for cancellation, and supporting documents.
Final Return Filing (GSTR-10)
Filing of GSTR-10 with details of closing stock, ITC reversal, and any pending tax liabilities to complete the cancellation process.
Tax Liability Computation
Accurate calculation of tax payable and reversal of input tax credit (ITC) on inputs, capital goods, and stock at hand.
Response to Departmental Queries
Timely resolution of objections or clarifications raised by the GST officer during the cancellation review process.
Certificate of Cancellation
Receive the official order and certificate confirming cancellation of your GST registration once approved.
Voluntary & Suo Moto Cancellations
Expert handling of both voluntary cancellation requests and departmental cancellations due to non-compliance.
Information Checklist
To process GST cancellation, the following documents and details are usually required:
Basic Details:
- GSTIN and Login Credentials
- PAN of the Business
- Reason for Cancellation (Business Closure, Transfer, Turnover Below Threshold, etc.)
- Date of Closure or Transfer
Documentation:
- Proof of Business Closure (if applicable)
- Details of Existing Stock/Inventory on hand
- Final Bank Statement for GST-related transactions
- Authorization Letter (if filed by consultant)
- Board Resolution or Partnership Closure Deed (for LLPs/Companies)
For Final Return (GSTR-10):
- Stock Summary with Input Tax Credit (ITC) details
- Liability Payable (if any) on remaining assets
- Tax Payment Challans (if required)
FAQs
GST cancellation is the process of deactivating your GST registration (GSTIN) when your business is closed, transferred, or no longer liable under GST.
You should apply for GST cancellation within 30 days of business closure, transfer, or becoming exempt from GST registration.
Yes, you must file GSTR-10 (Final Return) within 3 months of cancellation approval to report stock and finalize tax liabilities.
If not cancelled, you'll be liable to file returns and pay penalties even after business closure. Department may cancel your GSTIN suo moto after non-compliance.
Yes, any registered taxpayer can apply for voluntary cancellation if they are no longer required to be registered under GST law.
GSTR-10 is the final GST return that must be filed after cancellation to declare stock and settle outstanding tax liabilities. Non-filing leads to penalties.
Yes, composition scheme dealers must also cancel their GST registration if business is closed or no longer qualifies for the scheme.
If all documents and returns are in order, cancellation is generally processed within 7–15 working days by the GST officer.
No, you must first clear all pending GST returns and liabilities before applying for cancellation to avoid rejection.
Yes, we handle cancellation for multiple state-wise GSTINs under the same PAN, including branch-level closures.
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