legal status

[kshitija narawane]

is it necessary to register as GST Practitioner to appear before GST authorities , if one already enrolled as an Advocate under any Bar Council in India?

[KASTURI SETHI]

It is necessary. I have applied for. While filling up form in common portal, I came across a column for advocates as qualification for GST Practitioner. I qualify as retired Supdt.-Group-B. Officer.

[Kishan Barai]

Many Many Congratulations Sir

[KASTURI SETHI]

Thanks Sir.

AI Summary

GST Practitioner registration requirement for advocates to represent clients before GST authorities, per portal qualification criteria.
Registration as a GST Practitioner via the common portal is required for advocates to appear before GST authorities; advocate enrollment alone does not suffice and applicants must complete the portal's prescribed eligibility and application fields.