GST ARN Status Check —
Track Your GST Application Online Instantly
Enter your 15-digit Application Reference Number to check your GST registration application status. We redirect you directly to the official government portal — zero data stored, zero fees.
Track GST Application Status in 3 Steps
The GST portal at services.gst.gov.in/services/trackstatus is the only authoritative source for your GST registration application status. This tool pre-validates your ARN and takes you directly to the right page — skipping navigation entirely.
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1Enter Your ARN Above
Paste or type your 15-digit Application Reference Number. It was sent to your registered email and mobile immediately after you submitted Form GST REG-01 on the GST portal.
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2Click "Check Status"
We validate the ARN format, copy it to your clipboard automatically, and open services.gst.gov.in/services/trackstatus in a new tab — the official GST government portal.
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3Paste ARN on the GST Portal & Click Search
On the portal page, select "Registration" from the Module dropdown, paste your ARN in the field (Ctrl+V / ⌘V), complete the captcha, and click Search. Your stage-wise status appears instantly.
Why a captcha on the GST portal? The official GST portal requires a CAPTCHA on all ARN lookups — it cannot be automated or bypassed. This tool handles everything except the final CAPTCHA step, which you complete on the portal in seconds.
GST Registration Application Status — What Each Message Means
When you track GST application status using ARN, the portal displays one of five statuses. Each status has a specific meaning and requires a different action from you. Missing action on a "Pending for Clarification" status is the most common cause of GST registration rejection.
| Status on Portal | What It Means | Action Required | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| ⏳ Pending for Processing | Filed successfully; in queue with the tax officer. | Monitor every 1–2 days | Officer: 7 working days |
| 📋 Pending for Clarification | Officer issued Form GST REG-03 — wants additional documents or info. | Submit Form REG-04 with documents via GST portal login | 7 working days — critical |
| ✅ Approved | Registration granted. GSTIN issued. REG-06 certificate available. | Download certificate and begin GST compliance | Immediate |
| ❌ Rejected | Officer denied via Form GST REG-05. Reason must be stated in the order. | File a fresh GST REG-01 application with corrections | File appeal within 3 months (Sec 107 CGST Act) |
| ↩ Withdrawn | Applicant voluntarily withdrew the application. | File a new application if registration is still needed | — |
Critical rule: If status shows "Pending for Clarification," you must log into the GST portal and submit Form GST REG-04 within 7 working days. Missing this window leads to automatic rejection — with no appeal on procedural grounds.
What is a GST ARN Number? Where to Find It
A GST ARN (Application Reference Number) is a unique 15-character alphanumeric code automatically generated by the GSTN (Goods and Services Tax Network) the moment you successfully submit your GST registration application on the portal. It is the only number you need to perform a GST ARN status check throughout the entire registration process.
ARN Number Format
The ARN is exactly 15 characters: the first two are letters (state code), followed by digits representing year and month of submission, and the remaining characters identify your specific application. Example format: AA070420000123 — where AA = state abbreviation, 07 = state code, 04 = month, 20 = year, 000123 = sequential number.
Track GST Application Status Without ARN — TRN, SRN & FRN
If you don't have your ARN, there are two other ways to check GST registration application status on the official portal depending on how you applied.
MCA + GST link: If you incorporated via SPICe+, your GST registration was applied as part of the AGILE-PRO-S form. Enter your SRN on the GST portal tracker to see your linked ARN and GST application status together.
GST Application Status Shows Approved — Your Immediate Checklist
Once your GST ARN status check shows "Approved," GSTIN is active. These compliance steps must begin immediately — delays attract late fees and interest under the CGST Act 2017.
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✓Download Form GST REG-06
Your registration certificate. Available at gst.gov.in → Services → User Services → View/Download Certificates. This is your legal proof of GST registration.
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✓Display GSTIN at Business Premises
Mandatory under CGST Rule 18(1). GSTIN must be physically displayed at the principal place of business and all additional places listed in your registration.
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✓Start Issuing GST-Compliant Invoices
From your first taxable supply after the registration effective date. All invoices must carry GSTIN, HSN/SAC codes, tax breakup (CGST/SGST/IGST), and other mandatory fields per CGST Rule 46.
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✓File GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B on Time
GSTR-1 (outward supplies) is due by the 11th of the following month for monthly filers. GSTR-3B (summary return + tax payment) is due by the 20th. Late filing attracts ₹50/day late fee (₹20 for nil returns), capped at ₹10,000.
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