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Overview
Every registered taxpayer can download the GST registration certificate from the GST portal. The certificate is password-protected and serves as proof of GSTIN for business transactions and compliance.
Eligibility
- You have a valid GSTIN and login credentials
- Your GST registration has been approved
- You have access to the authorised signatory's registered mobile or email for OTP if required
Documents Required
- GSTIN or login credentials
- Registered mobile or email for OTP
- No documents to upload
Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| GST certificate download No government fee | Free |
Processing Time
Instant
The certificate is available immediately after registration approval.
Step-by-Step Process
Visit the GST portal
Open https://gst.gov.in and click the Login button to access the taxpayer dashboard.
Register / Login
Click REGISTER if you are a new user, or LOGIN for an existing account.
Register / Login
Click REGISTER if you are a new user, or LOGIN for an existing account.
Log in with your credentials
Enter your username, password, and captcha. Complete any OTP verification sent to the registered mobile or email.
First time login / New user
New applicants click here to generate a TRN or log in.
First time login / New user
New applicants click here to generate a TRN or log in.
Error: "Invalid credentials" — Reset your password using the Forgot Password option if needed.
Navigate to the certificate download section
After logging in, go to Services > User Services > View or Download Certificate.
Login-required step
Download the registration certificate
Click the Download button to save the password-protected PDF of your GST registration certificate.
Login-required step
Open the PDF with the password
Open the PDF using the password: first 2 letters of the authorised signatory's name in small case followed by the last 5 digits of PAN.
Login-required step
Use Adobe Acrobat Reader if the PDF does not open in your browser.
Common Mistakes
Common Errors & Fixes
| Error | Fix |
|---|---|
| Certificate not available | Ensure your GST registration is approved. New registrations may take a few days. |
| Invalid login credentials | Reset your password using the Forgot Password option on the GST portal. |
| PDF password incorrect | Password is the first 2 letters of your name in small case followed by the last 5 digits of PAN. |
| Downloaded file is corrupted | Use Adobe Acrobat Reader and disable browser download managers that may corrupt files. |