VALIDITY OF MVAT CST

[Farhan Ansari]

Hello,

I want to know how long is the MVAT CST Certificate / Number valid.

AI Summary

MVAT CST Certificate Validity: Valid While Business Exists, Subject to Section 16 MVAT Act 2002 Provisions for Cancellation. A user inquired about the validity of the MVAT CST Certificate/Number. One response indicated that in most states, the certificate remains valid as long as the business exists, though some states require periodic renewal. Another response detailed the provisions under Section 16 of the MVAT Act, 2002, and CST Act, 1956, explaining that a registration can be canceled if the business is discontinued, transferred, or if the turnover does not exceed specified limits. The Commissioner has the authority to cancel the registration after an inquiry, with specific procedures and timelines outlined for cancellation.