If I register for GST under my personal name as a sole proprietor, can I issue GST invoices in the name of my business using the same GST number, without registering a separate company?
For example, if my name is Ram and my business name is ABC Studio, can I use my GST number (registered under “Ram”) to issue invoices under the name ABC Studio?
As a sole proprietor your business is not conidered a separte legal entity from you. So, you can use your GST number registered under your name ("Ram" in this case) to issue invoices for your business ('ABC Studio"). Just make sure your business name ("AB Studio") is mentioned on the invoices along with your GSTIN (GST number) for clarity and compliance.
Thank you for the reply.
So, one can issue invocies in the name of ABC Studio even if it is not mentioned in the "Trade Name" in GST registration. Basically, both Trade Name and Legal Name is "RAM".
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