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GST Registration Rejected? Complete Fix and Reapply Guide

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Address proof is the single most common reason a solo application stalls; this walks through reading a REG-03 clarification notice and replying correctly within the 7 working day window instead of getting auto rejected.

  • Distinguishes a REG-03 clarification query (recoverable) from an outright REG-05 rejection (start over).
  • Gives the 7 working day reply window and what happens if you miss it.
  • Lists address proof formatting mistakes that trigger the most queries.

The question it answers

  1. What's the actual step-by-step to register for GST myself, without paying a CA?

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