Can I Apply for a PSB59 Loan Without GST Registration?
Many small business owners in India believe that GST registration is mandatory to access formal credit. While GST is essential for businesses that cross prescribed turnover limits, it is not compulsory for all MSMEs —and importantly, you can still apply for a PSB59 loan without GST registration . This makes formal lending more inclusive for micro and small enterprises operating below the GST threshold. Understanding GST Registration Requirements GST registration becomes mandatory when a business crosses the turnover limit—₹40 lakh for goods and ₹20 lakh for services. In some special category states, the limits are lower at ₹20 lakh for goods and ₹10 lakh for services. It is also compulsory for inter-state sellers, e-commerce sellers, agents, and businesses registered under earlier tax regimes. Once registered, a business receives a 15-digit GSTIN, enabling it to collect GST and claim Input Tax Credit (ITC). However, businesses dealing only in exempt goods, agriculturists, or en...