Vat certificate

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Keyur (Querist)
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27 July 2014 Hi,

I have applied for VAT registration (Gujarat) and got a number successfully. Now, my query is that are they going to send me a Hard Copy of the Original Document as Certificate or do I have to download it from the concerned website?? I have tried searching a link to download it but could not find it.
Also, let me know if I want to purchase goods from outside Gujarat (say frm Rajasthan) paying 5% of CST, can I sell the same goods in Gujarat for charging 5% Vat ?? IMP - I do not have or applied for CST yet.
Its important so kindly advise ASAP.
Many Thanks.

Keyur

Keyur (Querist)
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05 August 2014 Any Reply Experts. Waiting for the answers.

Asha Kanta Sharma

Asha Kanta Sharma (Expert)
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02 August 2025 Hi!

Congrats on getting your VAT registration number for Gujarat.

### About the VAT Certificate hard copy:

* Usually, the tax department **does not send a physical hard copy** of the VAT registration certificate by post.
* You typically need to **download the VAT certificate online** from the respective state’s commercial tax or VAT portal.
* Since you mentioned you couldn’t find the download link, here’s what you can do:

* Visit the official Gujarat Commercial Tax Department website.
* Log in with your credentials or VAT registration number.
* Look for options like “Download VAT Registration Certificate” or “Print Registration Certificate.”
* If you still can’t find it, contact the state VAT department helpline or visit the nearest commercial tax office to get help.

### Regarding purchasing goods from outside Gujarat and CST/VAT:

* CST (Central Sales Tax) is applicable on interstate sales.
* If you are purchasing goods from Rajasthan and paying 5% CST, **you are an unregistered dealer under CST because you have not applied for CST registration**.
* Now, selling those goods inside Gujarat:

* Since you have VAT registration for Gujarat, **you can sell goods in Gujarat charging 5% VAT** on those goods.
* But note that CST and VAT are different taxes with different registration requirements.
* Ideally, you should have CST registration if you regularly purchase goods from other states and sell them in Gujarat.
* Without CST registration, you may face compliance issues for interstate purchases.

### Summary / What to do next:

* Download your VAT certificate from the official Gujarat Commercial Tax site or contact the office.
* Consider applying for CST registration if you regularly buy goods from outside Gujarat.
* You can charge 5% VAT inside Gujarat on those goods, but ensure you comply with CST rules for interstate purchase.

If you want, I can help you find the Gujarat VAT portal link or CST registration details.

Would you like me to do that?

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