Cancellation of GST Registration means the taxpayer will no longer be required to pay/collect any GST, claim an input tax credit (ITC), or file returns. GST registration cancellation is covered under section 29 of the CGST Act.

A cancellation request on Form GST REG-16 must be submitted to the GST Department by a person or entity that has registered with GST. After reviewing the application, assuming the GST Officer is satisfied, he or she will issue an order to terminate GST registration in form GST REG-19.

The following are some of the reason to cancel GST registration:-

The process for cancellation of GST Registration involves the following:-

• First step is to login to the GST portal using the registered user ID and password.
• Then go to the service menu, click on the “Service” tab and then select “Registration” from the drop-down menu.
• Then Select the option “Application for cancellation of Registration”
• Then fill the form GST REG-16, it will require details, such as reason for Cancellation of Registration, the date from which cancellation is required and the details for authorized signatory.
• Submit the application, after filling all the required details along with the required documents.
• Follow up on the application status: The GST officer will check your application after it is submitted. The officer may request for additional documents or information in the event of any deficiencies. The applicant should respond promptly to any such request to avoid any delay in processing the application.
• Receive the cancellation order: A cancellation order for the GST registration will be issued if the application and supporting documents are approved by the officer. The order will be issued within 30 days of the application’s date.