NOT MIGRATED GST CANCELLATION

Log in to the GST portal with your credentials,  Go to the " services " tab and select  "

Cancellation of Registration "

Fill in the required details and submit the application.

You might need to provide reasons for cancellation and other details. Still if you have trouble , you can contact GST helpdesk.

Not-migrated GSTINs are a known edge case and need a different approach from standard cancellations.

The fix depends on your registration status:

If the GSTIN shows as Provisional: go to the GST portal, select Services > Registration > Application for Filing Clarifications and apply for cancellation citing no business commencement.

If you have nil turnover and were never required to register: apply for voluntary cancellation under Section 29(1) using REG-16. File any outstanding nil returns first, the portal blocks cancellation if returns are pending.

If the portal rejects self-cancellation: you need to contact your jurisdictional GST officer in writing. Officers can initiate suo motu cancellation under Rule 21A. Bring your PAN, old registration certificate, and a declaration of no business activity.

Important: once cancellation is approved, file GSTR-10 (Final Return) within 90 days. Missing GSTR-10 attracts a late fee of Rs 200 per day.

Tax Garden's [GST services team](https://taxgarden.in/services) handles GST cancellation filings and officer representation for complex legacy cases like this.