🛒 How to Create an Amazon Seller Account in India

Professional guide visual on how to create an Amazon seller account in India with required documents like GST, PAN, and Aadhaar

Published Date: July 27, 2025
Author: Raimond Antony, Owner of Listify Ecom

🔍 Introduction

So, you’ve decided to start your e-commerce journey on Amazon India? Great move! Amazon is India’s leading online marketplace, with crores of customers looking for everything from mobile accessories to handmade crafts. Whether you’re an individual or a business, Amazon makes it easy to reach a wide customer base and build your brand online.

But the first step? Creating your Amazon Seller Account. Let’s break it down

💡 Why Sell on Amazon India?

Why Sell on Amazon India? Highlights benefits like easy selling, large customer base (30 crore+ users), 24/7 sales, and increased trust from features like Prime. Ideal for Indian businesses

Amazon has more than 30 crore users in India. It gives small and big businesses a chance to sell their products 24/7, even while you sleep! With features like Amazon Prime, fast delivery, and easy returns, customers trust Amazon—and that trust extends to your products

💰 Is Selling on Amazon Profitable?

Professional image depicting Amazon seller profitability with rising sales graph, diverse sellers packaging products, and Amazon boxes. Shows growth and success in e-commerce

Yes, it can be. If you manage your product listings well, price competitively, and understand the fees structure, you can build a solid business

Pre-requisites Before Creating an Amazon Seller Account

Organized desk with laptop showing Amazon Seller Central, documents, and notes on 'Pre-requisites' for Amazon seller account setup. Highlights planning for online selling

🧭 Choose the Right Business Model

Individual seller on left with limited inventory in a personal space, contrasted with a professional business entity on the right in a large, organized warehouse, showing scale and serious selling on Amazon

You can sell as:

  • Individual Seller (Limited inventory, less compliance)

  •  Business Entity (For scaling and serious selling)

🛍️ Decide Your Product Category

Flat lay display of diverse product categories including electronics, fashion, home goods, and beauty items, illustrating the variety of choices for online sellers

Some categories require Amazon approval—like jewelry, groceries, and medicines. If you’re just starting, pick a category that doesn’t need approval

📝 Step-by-Step Guide to Create an Amazon Seller Account

📃 What Documents Are Required to Start Selling on Amazon India?

Here’s a list of all documents based on your business type

👤 For Individual Sellers

  • PAN Card (Personal)

  • Aadhaar Card

  • Bank account with your name

  • Phone number and email

  • GST Number (only if required by category)

🏢 For Business Entities (Proprietorship, Pvt Ltd, LLP)

  • Business PAN card

  • GST certificate

  • Business address proof

  • Bank account in the business name

  • CIN (for Pvt Ltd or LLP)

🧾 GST Registration – Do You Need It?

You must have GST for categories like:

  • Electronics
  • Apparels
  • Furniture
  •  Toys

But some categories (like books or handlooms) may be GST-exempt.

🏦 Bank Account Details

Amazon pays you directly to your registered account. Ensure:

  • It matches your legal name

  • It’s active

  • You can receive NEFT payments

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid When Registering

Infographic showing common registration mistakes: using mismatched documents leading to rejected applications, and ignoring tax compliance resulting in penalties. Features icons and text

❌ Using Mismatched Documents

If your PAN name doesn’t match your Aadhaar or bank account, your registration will be rejected

❌ Ignoring Tax Compliance

Don’t think you can skip GST if your category requires it. Amazon will suspend your account

💸 Understanding Amazon Fees & Commissions

Infographic detailing Amazon seller fees: Referral Fees (5-20%), Closing Fees (fixed per item), and Shipping & FBA Charges for eCommerce sellers

🛍️ Referral Fees

A percentage of each product sold (usually 5-20%).

📦 Closing Fees

Fixed fees per item sold based on price and category.

🚚 Shipping & FBA Charges

 

If you use FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon), storage and shipping fees apply.

⏳ How Long Does it Take to Activate an Amazon Seller Account?

Image showing a person setting up an Amazon Seller account, with a clock icon, representing the activation time

Usually 24–48 hours, but it can take longer if:

  • Your documents have errors

  • Verification fails

  • Category approval is pending


📝 Tips for a Smooth Amazon Seller Onboarding

Infographic showing Amazon seller onboarding tips: clear documents, spell check, ready product listing, and no-approval products for a smooth start.

 

  • Keep documents handy and clear

  • Double-check names and spellings

  • Have a product listing ready

  • Choose products that don’t require approval

📞 Need Help? Contact Listify Ecom for Account Creation

 

Want expert help to set up your Amazon India seller account?

📞 Contact Listify Ecom: 9995563811
📍 We provide complete account creation, documentation, and product listing support.

🧠 Final Thoughts

 

Creating an Amazon seller account in India isn’t complicated—but it does need careful attention to details. From selecting the right business type to uploading the right documents, each step plays a role in ensuring a smooth onboarding. Whether you’re an individual or a growing brand, Amazon is a great launchpad to grow your business.

Need help? Team Listify Ecom has your back. Call us today and kickstart your online store the smart way!

❓FAQs

1. Can I sell on Amazon India without GST?

Yes, but only if your product category is GST-exempt, like books or handmade crafts.

2. Do I need a business name to register on Amazon?

Not necessarily. Individuals can register using their personal PAN and Aadhaar

3. How much does it cost to sell on Amazon India?

Amazon has no registration fee, but you pay commissions, shipping, and closing fees per sale

4. Can I sell second-hand products on Amazon?

Only in specific categories like books, and only after approval.

5. Is Amazon FBA necessary to start?

No. You can handle your own shipping (FBM), but FBA can boost trust and visibility.