Vat registration

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CA. Mala Rohara (Querist)
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29 May 2017 A pvt ltd is incorporated in Punjab. Is it mandatory to get registration in Sales Tax?If yes, then when we need to get registered?

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29 May 2017 It will depend in which business your company is engaged in depending on that I can answer

Aashok Kumar Sharma

Aashok Kumar Sharma (Expert)
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03 August 2025 Hi! Here’s what applies for a Pvt Ltd company incorporated in Punjab regarding **Sales Tax (VAT) registration**:

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### Is Sales Tax (VAT) Registration Mandatory for Pvt Ltd in Punjab?

* **Yes, it is mandatory to register under VAT/Sales Tax in Punjab if your business activities fall under taxable sales of goods.**
* Registration is **compulsory if your turnover exceeds the prescribed threshold**.

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### When to Register?

* **You must get registered before commencing business operations** or **within 30 days of becoming liable for registration.**
* **Threshold limit:**

* In Punjab, if your **aggregate turnover (sales) exceeds ₹5 lakhs** in a financial year, registration is mandatory.
* Even if turnover is below threshold, **registration can be done voluntarily** to avail input tax credit and other benefits.

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### Summary:

| Situation | Registration Required? | When to Register |
| ----------------------------- | ---------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Turnover > ₹5 lakhs in Punjab | Mandatory | Before starting business or within 30 days of crossing threshold |
| Turnover < ₹5 lakhs | Optional | Voluntary registration possible |

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If you want, I can also help you with the **step-by-step procedure for Sales Tax registration in Punjab** for your Pvt Ltd company!

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