Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN)
Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) is a not-for-profit, private limited company incorporated under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 (formerly Section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956). It was established to provide the IT infrastructure and services required for the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India. GSTN is the technological backbone of the GST system, responsible for developing and maintaining the common GST portal (www.gst.gov.in) which enables taxpayer services such as registration, return filing, tax payments, and other compliance activities. It facilitates seamless interaction between taxpayers, tax authorities (both Central and State Governments), and other stakeholders.
About Us
- GSTN was formed with the primary objective of providing IT infrastructure and services to the Central and State Governments, taxpayers, and other stakeholders for the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India. - Its role encompasses building and operating the common and shared IT infrastructure for the GST system. - This includes developing and maintaining the GST Common Portal, which serves as the single interface for all GST-related activities for taxpayers, tax officials, and other parties involved in the GST ecosystem. - GSTN's structure is unique, with 51% equity held by private institutions and 49% by the Government (24.5% by the Central Government and 24.5% by State Governments collectively).
Vision
To be the indispensable technological backbone enabling the effective, transparent, and efficient administration of the Goods and Services Tax, thereby contributing significantly to India's economic growth and ease of doing business.
Mission
To develop, operate, and maintain a robust, secure, and efficient IT infrastructure and common portal for the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India, facilitating seamless operations for taxpayers, tax authorities, and all stakeholders.
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