Advisory Issued for Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication for GST Registration Applicants of J&K and West Bengal

The GST Network (GSTN) has issued an advisory for the implementation of biometric-based Aadhaar authentication for new GST registration applicants from Jammu & Kashmir and West Bengal. The move aims to enhance the security and integrity of the GST registration process. Applicants must visit GST Seva Kendras or Aadhaar Seva Kendras for biometric verification. This measure is expected to prevent fraudulent registrations and ensure that only genuine businesses are registered under GST. The process involves the capture of biometric data such as fingerprints and iris scans, which will be cross-verified with Aadhaar data. The initiative reflects the government's ongoing efforts to streamline tax processes and reduce evasion.