How To Change GST Login ID And Password (2023 Updated)

GST Portal is the website where all GST Compliance activities are carried out. You need an account on the GST Portal to perform various activities. The GST Portal allows individuals to set a login id and password to protect their information. You can reset your GST login id and password if you tend to forget them. In this article, we will tell you steps for How To Change GST Login ID And Password.

How do I get GST user ID and password?

To log in to the GST Portal for the first time as a new taxpayer with your GSTIN and password, you must follow these steps:

1.  Go to www.gst.gov.in. The GST Home page appears.

2. Click the Log-in link in the upper right-hand corner.

3. At the bottom of the login page, click the First Time Login Instructions link.

 4. The New User Login Page appears. Enter the Provisional ID / GSTIN/ UIN and password sent to your email address.

5.  Type the captcha and click the LOGIN button.

6. Enter the new username and password you want to use to access the GST Portal on the new Credentials page.

7. Re-enter the new password in the Re-Confirm Password field and click SUBMIT button.

8. A confirmation message is displayed indicating that the username and password have been successfully created. You can now use these to log into the GST Portal.

9. You will be redirected to the login page.  Log in using the username and password you created.

10.  When you log into the GST Portal for the first time, you will be asked to submit a non-core change request to enter your bank account details. Click the Change File button.

Note 1:  Adding bank details is an option for TDS and TCS taxpayers

Note 2:  All other taxpayers can only go to add a bank account through non-core amendment. If they have not added bank account details through non-core amendment after 45 days. increase. These taxpayers cannot move to other features until they add their bank account details and submit non-core changes.

11. The application form is displayed for editing, and non-core fields are editable. Click the Add New button to edit details in the Bank Accounts tab.

How do I reset my GST username and password?

If you forgot your GST username, follow these steps to reset it.

1. Visit the website at www.gst.gov.in. The GST Home page appears.

2. Click the LOG IN EXISTING USER button.

3. The Login page appears. Click the Forgot Username link.

4. Enter the GSTIN ID received by email, SMS, or message received from his VAT department in the state. 

5. Click the GENERATE OTP. You will receive an OTP at the registered email address and mobile number.

6. Enter the OTP and then click the submit option.

You will receive the USER ID via email.

If you forgot your GST password, follow these steps to reset it.

1. Visit the website at www.gst.gov.in.
2. Click the login button

3. Click on Forget Password.

4. The next page will load. Enter your username on that page. Then click the Generate OTP button.

5. You will receive an OTP in both your registered email address and mobile number.

6. Enter your OTP and click the submit button.

Enter “New Password”. Re-enter the new password in the Re-Confirm Password field and press the SUBMIT button. The password must be between 8 and 15 characters long and consist of at least 1 number, 1 special character, 1 uppercase letter, and 1 lowercase letter.

7. Then click the Submit button.

You will receive a password by email.

How can I change my mobile number in GST Portal?

There are two methods for mobile numbers. It is based on the total number of authorized signatories of an entity.

(A) If there are multiple authorized signatories or the authorized signatories are not the owner/promoter, proceed with these steps:

1. Go to the GST website.

2. Go to Services, and select registration and Amendment of Registration Non-core Fields from the menu.

3. Select the authorized Signatories option from the dropdown menu. From the dropdown menu, select Add New.

4. Enter the new authorized signatories’ details, including email address and phone number. Select Save from the dropdown menu.

5. Select Verification. After entering the required information, check the declaration box to submit the form with digital signature certificates (DSC).

6. Wait for 15-20 minutes before logging into the GST Portal. To change your registration, go to Services ➜ Registration ➜ Change Registration. Non-essential fields.

7. Uncheck the box next to the previously authorized signatory in the Authorized Signature tab.

8. To verify the provided mobile number and email address repeat the OTP process.

9. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation message with an ARN number to track its status.

10. If you see a Changes Approved message, it means that you have successfully changed your mobile phone number and email address.

(B) If the authorized signatory and the partner/director/promoter/proprietor are the same individuals, proceed as follows:

1. Go to Services, select registration and Amendment of Registration Non-core Fields from the menu.

2. Select a promoter/partner option. Under Actions, click the Edit button to update the information of authorized signatories.

3. If you want to update/change your registered mobile number or email ID and click save.

4. You will receive a one-time password (OTP) on your registered phone number and email address provided. Enter the OTP. The changes made will be saved.

5. Select Verification. After entering the required information, check the declaration box to submit the form with digital signature certificates (DSC)/EVC.

6. If you choose the EVC method, an OTP will be issued to your updated mobile number. You will need to enter this to complete the verification process.

7. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation message with an ARN number to track its status.

8. If you see a Changes Approved message, it means that you have successfully changed your mobile phone number and email address.

How to make core field amendments in GST?

The following fields of the registration application are called core fields.

Business Name, (Legal Name) if PAN does not change

Addition / Deletion of Stakeholders

Principal Place of Business (other than State changes) or Additional Place of Business (other than State changes)

It takes 15 days to obtain approval from the competent authorities to change the core areas.

Steps to Make Core Amendment in GST:

1. Login on the GST Portal.
2. After Login, Select SERVICES tab >> select REGISTRATION.
3. Click on AMENDMENT of REGISTRATION CORE FIELDS in GST.
4. It will then require a mandatory verification and signature.

How to update bank details in GST?

Steps to change your bank account details on the GST Portal:

1. Login to GST Portal with valid credentials. 
2. Click on Registration.
3.  Click on the tab Amendment of Registration Non-Core Fields.
4.  Select Bank Accounts.
5.  Click on the verification > select the authorized signatory. Enter a place, and Sign the application using DSC, E-sign, or EVC.

Steps to add bank details in the GST portal:

1. Login with the provided credentials to the GST portal
2. Click on Services > Registration
3. Click on Amendment Of Registration Non-Core Fields.

How do I check my GST profile?

To check your complete profile on the GST Portal, perform the following steps:

• Go to the GST portal.

• Login using valid credentials

• In the upper right corner, click the down arrow and click the My Profile option.

How do I download a GST certificate?

To download the GST certificate issued by the GST tax authority, follow these steps:

1. Go to GST portal.

2. Login using valid credentials

3. Click the Services ➜ User Services ➜ View/Download Certificates command.

4. To obtain the certificate, click the download button.

What is 15 digit GST identification number?

GSTIN, or Goods and Services Tax Identification Number, is a 15-digit alpha-numeric PAN-based code assigned to each registered person under GST (GST). This GST number is assigned to the GST taxpayer along with the GST registration certificate, to track the registered taxpayer.

 The structure of a 15-digit GSTIN or GST Number:

First two digits – The first digit of GSTIN is the state code 

Next Ten Digits – This is the PAN number of the entity such as a store, shopping mall, or business.

13th Digit – Indicates the number of registrations the business entity has within the same state for the same PAN.  It is an alphanumeric number and is assignable based on how many registrations a legal entity (with the same PAN) has in the state.

14th digit – It is the default alphabet Z.

15th digit – The last digit is a verification code that detects errors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can we verify the GST number online?

To verify your GST number (GSTIN) online, use the GST number search tool.

What are the core fields on GST Portal?

Core fields of the GST Portal include PAN of business, place of business, and name of Partner/Director/Promoter.

Can we delete the GST number?

Yes, you can delete GST number. You can delete registrations granted under GST for various reasons.

Who can change the GST mobile number or email address on the GST Portal?

Any person authorized by the company/firm/business owner can change their registered mobile number and email address.

Can the same person’s email address and mobile number be updated for two different GST numbers?

Yes, the same person’s mobile number can be updated to two different GST numbers.

Wrapping UP

A registered person must be very careful to protect their user ID and password. As you read through the article, you will notice that changing your password and user id is a simple process. Do not share your GST password with anyone.

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