GST Cancellation & Revocation
Close it properly, or revive a registration that was cancelled on you.
What this is
Voluntary cancellation through REG-16 with the final return in GSTR-10, or revocation through REG-21 where the department cancelled your registration for non filing. Both need pending returns cleared first.
Who should use this
Businesses that have stopped operating or fallen below the threshold
Registrations taken but never used
Businesses whose GSTIN was cancelled suo moto for non filing
Entities merging, transferring or changing constitution
What you get out of it
Liability stopped
An active GSTIN keeps accruing filing obligations and late fees even with zero business.
Final return handled
GSTR-10 is mandatory after cancellation and carries a heavy late fee if missed.
Revocation support
Where cancellation was suo moto, we file for revocation within the allowed window.
Clean exit record
The order and closure documents are handed to you for your files.
Documents required
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Step by step
Typical timeline: 15 to 30 working days including final return
- 1
Pending return review
Cancellation is not processed until all returns are filed, we clear them first.
- 2
Stock computation
Reversal of credit on stock in hand is calculated.
- 3
Application
REG-16 for cancellation or REG-21 for revocation is filed.
- 4
Officer follow up
We answer any clarification raised on the application.
- 5
Final return
GSTR-10 filed within the prescribed period after the order.
GST Cancellation & Revocation questions
Can I just stop filing?+
No. Non filing leads to suo moto cancellation plus accumulated late fees, and the liability does not disappear.
How long do I have to revoke?+
There is a limited window from the cancellation order, extendable in some cases. Act quickly and message us.
Is GSTR-10 always required?+
It is required for most cancelled regular registrations and carries a significant late fee if missed.
Can I re-register later?+
Yes, though past defaults on the same PAN will be examined.
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