SERVICE TAX REGISTRATION ONLINE

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Querist : Anonymous

Querist : Anonymous (Querist)

20 January 2010
Dear All,

I Have filleed a application for new service tax registration online. but i have not received Service tax certificate copy & any other paper in the time of filling of online application so please guide me what is the processor of online service tax registration. and i have file registration in the form of form for Registration of Non-Assessees

Thanks
Rakesh
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20 January 2010 Dear All,

i am waiting for your replay

Bhaskaran Chackrapani Warrier

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20 January 2010 File hard copy before the superintendent and request orally to process the e-filed application.

Querist : Anonymous

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20 January 2010 Thanks for your advice and please confirm me if once i have filled online registration form can i charged service tax or not. bethouout service tax certificate

Aashok Kumar Sharma

Aashok Kumar Sharma

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25 July 2025 Hey Rakesh! Here’s what you need to know about **online Service Tax registration and charging Service Tax before getting the certificate**:

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### 1. **Process after online registration filing**

* When you submit your Service Tax registration application online (Form ST-1 or for non-assessees), you usually get an **acknowledgement number immediately**.
* However, the registration is **not complete until the department approves your application and issues a Service Tax Registration Certificate**.
* Often, you may be required to **submit the signed physical copy of the application to your jurisdictional Superintendent of Central Excise/Service Tax** office.
* The department will then process your application and provide the **registration number and certificate**.

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### 2. **Can you charge Service Tax before receiving the registration certificate?**

* **Technically, you need to be registered first before charging Service Tax.**
* But in practical terms, once you have filed your application and have an acknowledgment number, many start charging Service Tax from the date of application (especially if taxable turnover threshold is crossed).
* However, it’s advisable to **wait for confirmation or registration number** to avoid issues in later compliance.

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### 3. **Your next steps**

* Visit the jurisdictional Service Tax office and **submit the hard copy (signed) of your online application** as advised.
* Follow up with the Superintendent for registration approval.
* Once you get the certificate, you can confidently charge and file returns.

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### Summary

| Stage | Can you charge Service Tax? |
| ------------------------------------------------ | --------------------------- |
| Before registration application filing | No |
| After online application filing + acknowledgment | Usually yes (but riskier) |
| After department approval and certificate | Yes (recommended) |

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If you want, I can help draft the physical submission letter or guide you to track your application status online. Need help with that?

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