Telecom firms begin state-wise GST registration

Telecom companies have started state-wise registration needed under the goods and services tax (GST).

Telecom companies have a single pan-India service tax registration but the GST, which is expected to come into force on July 1, requires them to be registered individually in states. Most telecom companies have enrolled in all the states for registration.

Telecom operations in India are divided into 22 circles not aligned with state boundaries. As many as 12 circles cover more than one state. The Delhi circle covers Delhi and parts of Uttar Pradesh (Noida) and Haryana (Gurgaon).

“The GST is going to lead to