Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication Now Required for GST Applicants in Sikkim

Sikkim has introduced mandatory biometric-based Aadhaar authentication for all new GST registrations to combat fraudulent registrations and tax evasion. Applicants must now undergo live biometric verification at designated GST Suvidha Kendras or facilitation centers. The move comes after detection of numerous fake registrations being used to claim illegal input tax credits. Existing taxpayers remain exempt unless specifically flagged for discrepancies. This biometric verification requirement represents a significant step toward securing the GST registration process against identity fraud.