Last updated: December 23rd, 2022 8:21 PM

Decode GST Number - 15 Digit GSTIN Registration Number

The transition to GST Registration started in India with existing VAT and service tax registration. The Ministry allocated VAT and service tax users with the GST Registration number. The implementation of the process focused on harmonizing the two major indirect tax codes. In this article, let us look at the meaning behind a GST registration number.

GST Registration Number

GST Registration number consists of a 15 digit identification number. The allocation of the number to the taxpayer was based on PAN and State of the applicant. In a GST registration number, the first two digits represent the State Code. The following 10 digits represent the PAN of the applicant. In addition, one digit represents entity code, one digit is left blank and the last digit is a check digit.