Key takeaways
What this article covers, in order:
- How to register for GST in Andhra Pradesh
- Key dates and limits to remember
- Common mistakes to avoid
- How HelloBooks helps
- Frequently asked questions
GST registration in Andhra Pradesh follows the national online process, with your state code and jurisdiction set to Andhra Pradesh. Follow these steps.
How to register for GST in Andhra Pradesh
- Open gst.gov.in and start a new registration (Part A) with PAN, mobile and email.
- Select Andhra Pradesh as the state and complete the OTP verification.
- Fill Part B with business, promoter and bank details and upload address proof.
- Complete Aadhaar or biometric authentication if prompted.
- Submit with DSC or EVC and track the ARN until REG-06 is issued.
Key dates and limits to remember
- Registration becomes mandatory once your aggregate annual turnover crosses ₹40 lakh for goods or ₹20 lakh for services (₹20 lakh and ₹10 lakh respectively in the special-category states). You can also register voluntarily below those limits to claim input tax credit and sell to GST-registered buyers.
- Registration on the GST portal is free of government charge.
- Your GSTIN will begin with the Andhra Pradesh state code and map to a Andhra Pradesh jurisdiction.
Filing late costs a late fee of ₹50 per day (₹20 per day for a nil return), subject to a cap, plus interest at 18% per annum on any tax paid late — which is exactly why a reminder-driven filing routine pays for itself.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Skipping reconciliation against GSTR-2B before claiming input tax credit.
- Forgetting to file a nil return — it is still mandatory and still attracts a late fee.
- Entering the wrong place of supply, which sends CGST/SGST where IGST was due.
How HelloBooks helps
You do not have to track any of this on a spreadsheet — HelloBooks does it for you. HelloBooks is free GST accounting software for Indian businesses: you can raise GST-compliant invoices with the correct HSN or SAC code, track input tax credit against your GSTR-2B, and file unlimited GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B returns from one dashboard.
- GST-ready invoicing with automatic CGST / SGST / IGST split and HSN or SAC codes.
- GSTR-2B reconciliation so you only claim the input tax credit you are actually entitled to.
- GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B filing free, with GSTR-9 generated ready to file and e-invoicing on higher plans.
- Due-date reminders so a late fee never catches you by surprise.
Thousands of founders, freelancers and accountants in India run their books on HelloBooks — you can start free, with no credit card.
Frequently asked questions
Can I register for GST in Andhra Pradesh myself without a CA?
Yes. The process is online and self-service, and software like HelloBooks guides you through it. Many small businesses do it themselves; a CA is optional for complex cases.
What does it cost?
The government charges no fee for registration or return filing on the portal. You only pay if you use a professional or paid software — and GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B filing is free in HelloBooks.
What happens if I miss the deadline?
Filing late costs a late fee of ₹50 per day (₹20 per day for a nil return), subject to a cap, plus interest at 18% per annum on any tax paid late — which is exactly why a reminder-driven filing routine pays for itself.
