Registration for service tax

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VENKATESH (Querist)
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20 June 2014 I want to know that whether is it possible to got registered to service tax department without submitting any of the supportive documents as required for registration of service tax and also can department issue me the service tax registration number in case of the above mentioned matter.

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20 June 2014 how and why they will issue u service tax no without having any documents dear..........

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20 June 2014 BUT IN MY CASE I HAVE TAKEN REGISTRATION ONLINE AT ACES IN 2012 AND GOT EMAIL THAT "THIS IS TO INFORM YOU THAT REGISTRATION APPLICATION SENT BACK - AKZPR5076NSD001"
AT THAT TIME I HAVE NOT SUBMITTED ANY DOCUMENTS. AND I AM UNAWARE ABOUT THE MATTER THAT IN REGISTERED TO DEPARTMENT SINCE I HAVE NOT SUBMITTED ANY DOCUMENTS. AND I GOT THE NOTICE FROM THE DEPARTMENT THAT YOU HAVE NOT SUBMITTED ANY RETURN TILL DATE....BUT IN FACT I DOES NOT HAVE LOGIN ID AND PASSWORD.....SO PLZ HELP ME WHAT TO DO

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20 July 2025 Based on your situation, here’s what you need to know and do step-by-step:

📌 Background Summary:

You applied online for Service Tax registration via ACES in 2012.
You did not submit any physical documents after applying.
Your application was “sent back”, meaning it was not fully processed or approved.
But now, you’ve received a notice from the department saying you’ve not filed returns.
You also do not have the login credentials (User ID and Password).
✅ Important Points:

Online registration alone is NOT valid unless supporting documents are submitted and verified.
The status "sent back" implies the application was not accepted — you were supposed to resubmit with corrections/documents.
Despite this, a temporary record may have been created in the system, and the department might have assumed your registration was active.
You are still liable to reply to the notice, or it may lead to penalty or further action.
🛠️ What You Should Do Now:

Step 1: Check Status on ACES
Go to https://www.aces.gov.in
Use your PAN to check the registration status.
Step 2: Write a Letter to Jurisdictional Superintendent
Clearly explain:
You had applied for Service Tax registration in 2012.
You did not submit documents and hence believed the registration was incomplete.
You did not receive login credentials nor was registration approved.
You are now receiving a notice, and you wish to clarify and resolve the matter.
Attach:

A copy of the email received (“Registration Application Sent Back”)
Your PAN and identity/address proof
A copy of the notice received (if any)
Step 3: Visit the Department
Visit the Service Tax division of your jurisdictional Central GST Commissionerate.
Explain the issue in person and submit the letter.
Request for deactivation or proper closure of the pending registration application (if not required anymore).
Step 4: Future Caution
If you ever apply again for GST or any government registration:
Always submit the required documents.
Ensure that you get confirmation of approval and login credentials.
🔄 Alternate Option (If You Need Service Tax Registration Retroactively)

If you were actually providing services that were taxable during that time, and you should have had registration, then consult a CA or tax professional to:

Apply for late registration.
Pay any due taxes with interest.
File returns for back years under VCES (Voluntary Compliance Encouragement Scheme) if applicable (though it’s now closed).

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