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GST Cancellation

If your business has closed, been transferred, or your turnover is below the threshold, you can apply to cancel your GST registration. Proper cancellation stops future return-filing obligations and penalties.

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  • Est. 7–15 working daysSubject to government approval
  • Government feesNone for this service
  • Expert supportEnd-to-end assistance
Who needs it

Is GST Cancellation right for you?

Businesses that have shut down

Businesses below the GST threshold that registered voluntarily

Businesses transferred, merged or converted to a new entity

Eligibility

Eligibility & key considerations

  • Pending GST returns should be filed before applying for cancellation.
  • Tax may be payable on stock held and capital goods on the date of cancellation.
  • A final return (GSTR-10) must be filed within three months of the cancellation order.

General guidance only, based on current rules, which can change. We confirm requirements for your specific case before filing.

Benefits

Why get GST Cancellation?

01

Stop late fees

Avoid ongoing return obligations and late fees.

02

Clean closure

Close your tax registration the right way.

03

Final return help

We guide you on filing GSTR-10 (final return).

04

Expert support

We respond to any officer queries for you.

Documents required

Keep these ready

  • GST login credentials
  • Reason for cancellation
  • Details of closing stock (if any)
  • Latest returns filed

Exact documents depend on your business type. We share a personalised checklist.

Step-by-step

How the process works

  1. 01

    Review

    We check pending returns and liabilities.

  2. 02

    Application

    We file the cancellation application (REG-16).

  3. 03

    Follow-up

    We respond to queries raised by the officer.

  4. 04

    Cancellation order

    You receive the cancellation order; we guide on the final return.

Pricing

GST Cancellation

Starting at

₹999*

Inclusive of GST at 18%

Included in our professional fee

  • Pending-return review
  • Cancellation application
  • Query handling
  • Final return guidance
* Starting professional fee charged by Regpro. All advertised professional service fees are inclusive of GST at 18%. Government fees, applicable stamp duty and third-party charges are additional unless specifically included in the package. Any additional charges will be communicated before payment. There is no government fee for cancellation; any tax liability on stock is payable separately.
Processing time

What to expect

Estimates only — subject to government processing and approval.

Estimated time

7–15 working days

Timelines depend on GST officer review of the cancellation application. Processing times are estimates calculated from receipt of complete documentation. Timelines depend on verification, government authorities, application requirements and portal availability. Government approval and exact processing times cannot be guaranteed.
FAQs

GST Cancellation — frequently asked questions

Yes. All pending returns must be filed before the cancellation can be processed.

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