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How to Login in GST Portal?

Learn how to register, log in, reset passwords, and manage GST services through the GST portal

Written by : Knowledge Centre Team

2026-07-07

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The Goods and Services Tax (GST) portal is the official online platform that enables taxpayers to manage their GST-related obligations conveniently and efficiently. Whether you are a new taxpayer looking to register for GST or an existing user filing returns and making tax payments, the portal offers a streamlined digital experience. Understanding how to register, log in, and manage your account on the GST portal can help ensure smooth compliance and avoid unnecessary delays.

Key Takeaways

  • The GST portal is a one-stop platform for GST registration, return filing, tax payments, and compliance management

  • New users must complete a first-time login process and create their own username and password

  • Existing users can access GST services using their registered login credentials

  • Forgotten passwords can be reset easily through OTP verification on the registered mobile number

  • The GST portal simplifies tax compliance by enabling taxpayers to manage GST obligations online

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What is the GST Portal?

The GST portal was launched by the Government of India as a one-stop platform for all GST-related services. It allows taxpayers to complete GST registration, file returns, make tax payments, claim refunds, respond to notices, and manage compliance online without visiting tax offices.

Designed to simplify GST compliance and reduce paperwork, the portal provides real-time updates, technical support, and easy access to various GST services. It enables eligible taxpayers to manage their GST obligations independently, making the compliance process more efficient and transparent.

 

How to Register on the GST Website?

The first step after receiving your GST certificate is to register on the Indian GST portal. Once registered, you can conveniently file GST returns, make tax payments, and access various GST-related services online. Here are the steps you need to follow:

  • Navigate to the "Services" tab and select "Registration" followed by "New Registration.

  • Click on "New Registration." Give the necessary information and attach the required files.

  • Upon completion of the form, you will be given a One-Time Password (OTP). Enter the OTP and captcha code, then click "Proceed.".

  • Upon successful submission, an Application Reference Number (ARN) will be generated for tracking your application status.

  • Once your application is approved, you will receive your GSTIN, username, and password, which can be used to access the GST portal.

Log in as a New User:

Your first login to the GST portal is treated as a New User login. Follow the steps below to log in as a new user:

  • Visit the GST portal and click on the "Login" option available at the top-right corner of the homepage

  • On the login page, click the "First Time Login" link if you are accessing the portal for the first time

  • You will need to enter the provisional ID, GSTIN, or UIN, as well as the password that was sent to your email address. Then enter the captcha code and click "Login.

  • You will be redirected to a page where you can create a new username and password of your choice. Re-enter the password for confirmation and click "Submit".

  • Once the username and password have been successfully generated, a notification indicating the process was successful will be shown. You can then use the new username and password for future logins to the GST portal.

  • During your first login, you may be prompted to complete a non-core amendment application to update your bank account details. Click on the "File Amendment" option to proceed.

  • On the amendment page, select "Add New" under the bank account section, enter the required details, and submit the application.

Log in as an Existing User

You will create a username and password for your GST account on the Portal. All the subsequent logins for filing and depositing your GST collections will use the login ID and password under the existing user section. Follow the steps below to log in as an existing user:

  • Visit the official GST portal at gst.gov.in

  • Click on the "Login" button available on the homepage

  • Enter your username, password, and captcha code in the respective fields

  • Click on the "Login" button to access your GST account

  • After a successful goods and service tax login, you will be redirected to your dashboard, where you can view GST credits, file returns, make tax payments, check your Annual Aggregate Turnover (AATO), access notices and orders, and view saved forms

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India recorded its highest-ever GST collection of ₹22.08 lakh crore in FY 2024-25, reflecting a 9.4% year-on-year growth in tax compliance

 

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How to Generate a New Password for GST Login?

Forgetting your GST login password is common and can be resolved easily through the GST portal. You should keep the password stored in a vault or a safe digital locker. Also, follow the steps given below to change your GST login password. You will need your registered mobile to receive OTP:

  • On the GST login portal, click on the "Forgot Password" link.

  • Enter the username associated with your GST account.

  • Provide the captcha code displayed on the screen and click on the "Generate OTP" button.

  • An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP in the designated field for verification.

  • Once verified, create a new password and confirm it to complete the password reset process.

  • You can then use the new password to log in to your GST account.

Conclusion

The GST portal serves as a comprehensive digital platform for taxpayers, enabling them to register for GST, file returns, make tax payments, claim refunds, and manage compliance-related activities online.

In addition to offering timely updates, notices, and support services, the portal helps simplify tax compliance and reduces the need for physical visits to tax offices. By understanding the registration, login, and password recovery processes, taxpayers can efficiently manage their GST obligations with ease.

 

Glossary

  1. GSTIN: A unique Goods and Services Tax Identification Number assigned to registered taxpayers
  2. ARN: Application Reference Number used to track the status of a GST registration application
  3. UIN: Unique Identity Number issued to certain entities exempt from GST registration requirements
  4. AATO: Annual Aggregate Turnover used to determine GST compliance and return filing obligations
  5. OTP: A One-Time Password sent to a registered mobile number for authentication and verification
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Visit the GST portal, click "First Time Login," and enter your GSTIN/UIN and the password received on your registered email. Then create a new username and password.

The official GST portal can be accessed at gst.gov.in. Taxpayers can use it for registration, return filing, tax payments, and other GST-related services.

 

You need your registered username, password, and the captcha code displayed on the login page to access your GST account.

Click on "Forgot Password" on the login page, enter your username, verify using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number, and create a new password.

No. Each GSTIN has its own login credentials and must be managed separately through the GST portal.

A TRN (Temporary Reference Number) is used to track an incomplete GST registration application, while a GSTIN is the permanent identification number issued after successful registration.

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