If you're applying for GST registration and the tax officer requests an electrical bill, which you don't have, don't worry. While it's often requested, a municipal tax receipt, rent agreement, and trade license can be sufficient proof of your shop's address. Importantly, the Allahabad High Court has ruled that not submitting an electricity bill is not a valid reason to reject a GST registration application.
07 December 2022
I applied for GST registration but tax officer has asked for copy of electrical bill which I don't have now what can I do I have already given rent agreement and trade license now I don't have any other proof of shop address Is.
07 December 2022
Non-submission of receipt of electricity bill is not a ground of rejection of application for GST registration. RANJANA SINGH VERSUS COMMISSIONER OF STATE TAX AND 2 OTHERS [2021 (12) TMI 832 - ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT]