The technology at the backend will have the power to analyse data for trends on sales, tax filings etc. These can then use software application programming interfaces and help businesses in filing taxes through their own systems without having to log into the portal. All businesses will be given a GST identification number, which will be a 15-digit code, consisting of their state code and ten digit PAN. "Today, one can file their income-tax returns through private tax portals without going to the department's website, we are aiming for a similar system," said Kumar. "The idea is to make the portal very intuitive and user-friendly.

Source: Times of India August 02, 2016 20:24 UTC