The GSTN has issued Advisory dated 03.03.2025, regarding Enhancements in Biometric Functionality – Allowing Directors to Opt for Biometric Authentication in Their Home State. This update from GSTN enhances flexibility in the biometric authentication process for GST registration applicants.

The Advisory provides as:

New Facility for Promoters/Directors:

Earlier, applicants had to visit the designated jurisdictional GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK). Now, certain Promoters/Directors can complete biometric authentication at any GSK within their Home State, reducing travel and logistical challenges.

Applicability of the Facility

This facility applies to individuals listed in the Promoter/Partner tab for the following types of businesses:

   • Public Limited Company

   • Private Limited Company

   • Unlimited Company

   • Foreign Company

Other business types like partnerships, LLPs, and proprietorships are not covered.

Key Points of the Facility

• Eligible applicants can choose any GSK in their Home State, ensuring accessibility and reducing wait times. However, the selection is a one-time choice and cannot be changed after confirmation.
• If a new registration application is selected for Biometric Authentication, an intimation email will be sent to the applicant. Eligible Promoters/Directors will be given the option to select any GSK in their Home State through this email.
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  To avail of this option, such Promoter/Director must follow the instructions provided in the intimation email and select a GSK within their home state.

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  The selection of a GSK in the Home State is a one-time facility and cannot be changed once selected. Promoters/Directors are advised to choose their GSK carefully.

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  This facility is currently available in 33 States/UTs where Biometric Authentication has been enabled. It will soon be extended to the remaining three states: Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Sikkim. Such Promoters/Directors whose Home State is other than Uttar Pradesh, Assam, or Sikkim can opt for any GSK in their Home State.

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  Upon selection of a Home-State GSK, the Promoter/Director will receive an email confirmation, along with a new slot booking link.

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  Using the provided link, the Promoter/Director can book a slot at their convenience, subject to availability at the chosen GSK.

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  The required photo capture and Biometric Authentication process will be completed at the selected GSK in the Home State.

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  If a Promoter/Director has already completed the biometric process, they will not be required to undergo it again.

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  If the Promoter/Director and the Primary Authorized Signatory (PAS) are the same person, the Home-State GSK selection option will not be available. The PAS must visit the designated jurisdictional GSK for the required process, including document verification.

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  To ensure a smooth process, it is advised that the Promoter/Director completes Biometric Authentication before the Primary Authorized Signatory visits the GSK.

• Opting for Biometric Authentication at a GSK in the home state is not mandatory. Promoters/Directors can visit their designated jurisdictional GSK if preferred.

  Taxpayers are requested to follow this advisory for the smooth processing of their GST registration applications.

Source: GSTN