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The then-prevailing tax structure of India was entirely changed on July 1, 2017, with the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Instead of the Tax Identification Number (TIN), every business entity in India now has to register under GST for compliance. Businesses use this 15-digit GST number for claiming credit returns and collecting various taxes. By performing a GSTIN search, you can get immediate information about your business across India. 

In this ultimate guide, you will learn in-depth about GST state code, GSTIN, and how to apply for a GST number.  Keep reading!

Also Read: Key Points On Understanding The GST Number

What is GSTIN? 

Goods and Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN) is a 15-digit long recognition number for taxpayers who are registered through the GST platform. The application process for GST registration is free for every Indian business. Once this process concludes, the GST authority assigns a unique GSTIN to the registered business for identification. 

What is the Structure of GSTIN? 

GST Authorities provide a unique 15-digit number for the identification of a business in India. This unique number is created with the help of PAN and state code. 

Also Read: How To Track GST Registration Status

Here is the structure of GSTIN explained in detail. 

  • The first two digits are the indicator of the state code of the business. 
  • The succeeding ten digits are the PAN of the business or entrepreneur. 
  • Now, the third-last digit describes the number of registrations done against the same PAN in one particular state. It is represented by numbers 1-9 and then followed by numbers A-Z for numbers onwards 10. 
  • By default, the second-last digit is Z. 
  • A 15th digit is a check-sum number or alphabet that detects errors. 

How do I Apply for GSTIN? 

The application process for GST registration is done through gst.gov.in. The applicants need to submit the required documents of their business and financial details to receive their GSTIN number. Once the number is received, you can perform a GST number check for future use. 

Also Read: Process For Online Registration For GST

How to Find the State GST Code? 

While performing a GST number search, the first two digits of the GSTIN will speak about the state of the business. So below is the latest GST State Code list 2021 updated by the Goods and Service Tax department of the Government of India:

Also Read: How GST Changed The Face Of SMEs

S. No.State NameState Code
1JAMMU AND KASHMIR1
2HIMACHAL PRADESH2
3PUNJAB3
4CHANDIGARH4
5UTTARAKHAND5
6HARYANA6
7DELHI7
8RAJASTHAN8
9UTTAR PRADESH9
10BIHAR10
11SIKKIM11
12ARUNACHAL PRADESH12
13NAGALAND13
14MANIPUR14
15MIZORAM15
16TRIPURA16
17MEGHALAYA17
18ASSAM18
19WEST BENGAL19
20JHARKHAND20
21ODISHA21
22CHATTISGARH22
23MADHYA PRADESH23
24GUJARAT24
25DADRA AND NAGAR HAVELI AND DAMAN AND DIU (NEWLY MERGED UT)26
26MAHARASHTRA27
27ANDHRA PRADESH(BEFORE DIVISION)28
28KARNATAKA29
29GOA30
30LAKSHADWEEP31
31KERALA32
32TAMIL NADU33
33PUDUCHERRY34
34ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS35
35TELANGANA36
36ANDHRA PRADESH (NEWLY ADDED)37
37LADAKH (NEWLY ADDED)38

Conclusion

Performing a GST search becomes convenient and easy with the knowledge of its format. Implement the information received through this article to execute a GST check of various numbers. 

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