Answer

1. F

   Facts

   Individuals and specified persons must opt for Aadhaar authentication under Sec 25(6B) to 25(6D). If the portal flags the application on risk, you may be asked to visit a GST Suvidha Kendra for biometrics and document checks.

2. P

   Provisions and law

   • Sec 25(6) to 25(6D), CGST Act 2017PAN is mandatory, and individuals and specified persons of other applicants must undergo Aadhaar authentication, with notified exemptions.
   • Rule 8, CGST Rules 2017Part A with PAN, mobile and email OTPs gives a TRN; Part B is filed with documents; acknowledgement in REG-02; risk-flagged applicants may be called for biometric verification.
   • Rule 9, CGST Rules 2017Approval within 7 working days, or 30 days where physical verification is needed; queries in REG-03, reply in REG-04 within 7 working days; rejection in REG-05.
3. A

   Analysis

   Choosing Aadhaar authentication and completing the OTP link sent to each named person allows faster processing. If you skip it, or if the case is risk-flagged, approval can take up to 30 days with physical verification. The biometric email gives a GSK location and an appointment window; carry original documents listed in the email. Delhi applicants should check the current rollout of biometric verification for their State.

4. C

   Conclusion

   1. 1Select Yes for Aadhaar authentication in the form.
   2. 2Complete the OTP link sent to the promoter and signatory.
   3. 3Watch email and SMS for a biometric verification intimation.
   4. 4Book the GSK slot and carry originals as listed.
   5. 5Track the ARN status after the visit.

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