The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Department has launched a statewide registration drive across all districts in Kerala. The campaign aims to bring more traders under the GST system and increase the number of GST return filings.
The initiative was announced by Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal in the 2025–26 state budget.
As per GST law, businesses dealing only in goods with an annual turnover above ₹40 lakh, and businesses providing services with an annual turnover above ₹20 lakh, are mandatorily required to obtain GST registration.
In addition, traders covered under special circumstances listed in Section 24 of the GST Act must also register, regardless of their turnover.
