Grievance Redressal Mechanism for processing of application for GST registration: Under the new instructions, applicants whose Application Reference Numbers (ARNs) fall under Central jurisdiction and who face grievances, such as queries raised in contravention of the set procedure or unjustified rejection, may now contact the Zonal Principal Chief Commissioner or Chief Commissioner. CGST Zone is instructed to publicize a dedicated grievance email ID. Applicants should submit grievances including their ARN, jurisdiction (Centre/State), and a brief description of the issue. The directive also requests the GST Council Secretariat to consider implementing a similar mechanism for State jurisdictions. (CGST Instructions 04/2025 Dated 02/05/2025)