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gst registration mistake

21 August 2019

Hello professionals, how to rectify a mistake in reason to obtain gst registration . I mistakenly select voluntarily registration. I need to correct selection supplies make on the behalf of other taxable person. Please suggest me

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Jamil Ahmed (615 Points)
Replied 21 August 2019

you can file an amendment application.

Rakesh Kumar Kumawat (76 Points)
Replied 21 August 2019

this error are not rectify by amendment. please provide any other solution

Jamil Ahmed (615 Points)
Replied 28 November 2019

What did you try? core field or non core field?

Kapil kumar (SEO Executive) (62 Points)
Replied 16 July 2025

Hi Rakesh,

Thanks for your query.

If you’ve mistakenly selected "Voluntary Registration" instead of "Supplying goods/services on behalf of other taxable persons" (i.e., as an agent under Section 24), here are the steps you can choose;

Option 1: Amendment of Core Fields (If Already Registered)

Unfortunately, the “Reason to obtain registration” is a non-editable field after the registration is granted. It falls under the non-core fields, but this particular field is not available for amendment online.

In such cases, you can:

1. Contact Jurisdictional Officer

Draft a letter explaining the error and attach:

A copy of your GST certificate
PAN & Aadhaar
Proof of your actual business activity (e.g., agreement showing you supply on behalf of another person)

Submit this to your jurisdictional GST officer (State or Central, depending on your jurisdiction)

They may allow an update or provide guidance based on your specific case.

2. Optional: Cancel and Reapply

If your registration is very recent and no prior transactions or returns have been filed yet, consider:

Applying for the cancellation of the current GST registration
Afterwards, reapplying with the correct reason ("Person supplying goods/services on behalf of another taxable person")

Use caution: this route is best if you haven’t issued invoices or filed GSTRs yet.

Option 2: Update Business Activity Details

Even if you can't change the reason, make sure your business activity is correctly reflected in the “Nature of Business” section by:

Filing Amendment of Core Fields on the GST portal (if applicable)
Update the business descripttion to mention your role as an agent or intermediary clearly

For Further Help:

Visit your nearest GST Seva Kendra for in-person assistance.

Let me know if you need help drafting a letter to the GST officer or filing an amendment. Consult one of the GST Experts, such as Setindiabiz, who provide end-to-end GST support!