GSTN Rolls Out Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication for Sikkim GST Registrations

GSTN has implemented biometric Aadhaar authentication for new GST registrations in Sikkim to combat fraudulent registrations and fake input tax credit claims. Applicants must now undergo live biometric verification at designated centers before registration approval. This pilot project may expand nationwide if successful in curbing tax evasion. The move addresses concerns about shell companies being created solely to claim illegal ITC. Existing taxpayers in Sikkim won't need re-verification unless flagged for discrepancies. The system integrates with UIDAI's database for real-time identity confirmation.