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Q.What is GSTIN? Explain its 15-character structure.
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Start your 14-day free trial to unlock the full solution →GSTIN (GST Identification Number) is the unique identification number assigned to every person registered under GST. It has a fixed 15-character structure:
| Position | Represents |
|---|---|
| 1st-2nd | State code of the State the taxpayer is registered in |
| 3rd-12th (10 characters) | The taxpayer's Permanent Account Number (PAN) |
| 13th | A digit indicating the number of registrations the same PAN holder has within that State |
| 14th | The default letter 'Z' |
| 15th | A checksum digit, for error detection |
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