Change of business on same GST no. is possible?

Suppose a person had GST no. to run film theatre in the name of ABC Theatre. He incurred loss on the business. If he decides to close theatre business and start another business like cement agency.
Is it possible to retain same GST no. If so how can he get different trade name like ABC traders? please guide.
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Yes, it is possible to change your business type while retaining the same GST number. You can amend your core GST filing to reflect the new trade name and add the relevant HSN codes for your new business. While the GST number remains the same, it's worth noting that input tax credit (ITC) from the previous business might not be directly usable for the new venture due to a lack of nexus.

U can change the trade name by filing amendment in core fileds.

For starting new business u don't need to inform gst department separately ..just only add the new business HSN code in top 5 list of goods in non core amendment filed.
Yes You Can Amend HSN Details & Trade Name Nature Of Business
Thanks for reply
Additional to above , kindly upload picture of your business site with glow sign board , if willing to change the Trade Name.
In case of death of a sole proprietor, if business is continued by any person being transferee or successor of business, it shall be construed as transfer of business. This means transfer of unutilised input tax credit and liability to pay tax along with penalty, if any, , will also be possible.

A new business can be started on the same GSTN. However I doubt on utilisation of ITC for the inputs from previous business can be claimed . Since output from new business will have no nexus inputs taken up.

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