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GST Return Filing
GST Return Filing is a compulsory compliance for all businesses registered under GST. Failing to file returns on time can result in penalties, loss of ITC, and legal notices from the GST Department.
At Startup Bharat, we help you:
Track due dates and return types
Prepare and validate sales/purchase data
File GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, CMP-08, GSTR-9, and others as required
Ensure full ITC claim and avoid late fees
Who Needs GST Return Filingn - Principles
- All GST-Registered Businesses
- Regular Taxpayers
- Composition Scheme Dealers
- eCommerce Sellers
- Exporters & Importers
- Businesses Doing Interstate Trade
- Casual, Non-Resident & ISDs
Certification Benefits
- Avoids Penalties and Legal Notices
- Enables Full Input Tax Credit (ITC)
- Builds Business Credibility
- Essential for Business Loans and Tenders
- Mandatory for eCommerce Sellers
- Helps in Annual GST Audit & Compliance
- Smooth Refund Processing
GST Return Filing
- Mandatory under the GST Act, 2017 for all registered businesses
- Helps claim input tax credit, maintain compliance, and avoid penalties
- Required to continue business with eCommerce platforms, vendors, and financial institutions
GST Return Filing is a critical part of running a legally compliant business in India. Whether you’re a retail shop, freelancer, trader, manufacturer, service provider, or online seller, once you’re GST-registered, you must file monthly, quarterly, or annual returns — even if your sales are zero.
Timely GST return filing helps you claim input tax credit (ITC), which can significantly reduce your tax outgo. It also ensures that you don’t face late fees, interest, or legal notices. Filing returns is also mandatory to access government tenders, MSME loans, export refunds, and maintain vendor and platform trust.
At Startup Bharat, we ensure your GST returns are filed accurately and on time, so your business stays 100% compliant and penalty-free.
GST Return Filing Process
We make your monthly, quarterly, or annual GST return filing simple and error-free — ensuring compliance and ITC eligibility.
🔹 Step 1: Collect Sales & Purchase Data
You provide:
Sales invoices (B2B/B2C)
Purchase invoices
eCommerce reports (Amazon, Flipkart, etc.)
Credit/debit notes, expense bills, and export details (if applicable)
🔹 Step 2: Reconciliation & ITC Calculation
We:
Reconcile purchase data with GSTR-2B
Match sales data with e-invoices or e-way bills (if required)
Calculate Input Tax Credit (ITC) eligibility
🔹 Step 3: Prepare Return Format
Based on your category, we prepare the relevant returns:
GSTR-1 (outward sales)
GSTR-3B (summary return with tax payment)
CMP-08 / GSTR-4 (for composition dealers)
GSTR-9 / 9C (annual returns)
🔹 Step 4: Review & Confirmation
We share the draft return with you for review and approval before submission.
🔹 Step 5: Filing & Acknowledgment
We file the return on the GST portal, pay any tax dues, and send you the filing acknowledgment & challan.
GST Return Filing Cost
GST return filing is a monthly or quarterly compliance required by all GST-registered businesses. Our pricing is tailored to your business size, filing frequency, and complexity.
What’s Included:
Monthly/Quarterly return preparation (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, CMP-08, etc.)
Purchase & sales reconciliation with GSTR-2B
Input Tax Credit (ITC) calculation
Timely filing on GST portal
Support for NIL, regular, or eCommerce sellers
Acknowledgment and challan reports
Estimated Cost Breakdown:
Business Type | Filing Type | Cost (INR/Month) |
---|---|---|
NIL Return (no activity) | GSTR-3B only | ₹199 – ₹299 |
Small Business | GSTR-1 + 3B (monthly) | ₹499 – ₹799 |
QRMP Scheme (quarterly) | GSTR-1 + 3B | ₹399 – ₹599/quarter |
Composition Dealer | CMP-08 + GSTR-4 | ₹999/year – ₹1,499/year |
eCommerce Seller | Multi-platform returns | ₹999 – ₹1,499/month |
Annual Return | GSTR-9 / 9C | ₹999 – ₹1,999 (one-time) |
Reasons to File GST Returns
✅ Mandatory Compliance Under Law
All GST-registered businesses are legally required to file monthly, quarterly, or annual returns, even for NIL activity.
✅ Avoid Penalties & Late Fees
Timely filing saves you from ₹50 to ₹200/day in late fees and 18% interest on tax dues.
✅ Claim Full Input Tax Credit (ITC)
You can only claim GST paid on purchases if you file your returns regularly and reconcile with GSTR-2B.
✅ Enable Smooth Business Operations
Filing is required to generate e-way bills, issue tax invoices, and maintain vendor and buyer trust.
✅ Essential for Refund Claims
Exporters and eCommerce sellers must file to claim GST refunds and input credits without delays.
✅ Required for Loans, Tenders, & Compliance
Banks, NBFCs, and government departments require GST return history for loan approvals, tenders, and subsidies.
✅ Avoid Business Suspension by GSTN
Multiple missed returns may result in auto-suspension of your GSTIN, disabling tax invoicing.
1. Who needs to file GST returns?
All businesses registered under GST, including regular taxpayers, composition dealers, eCommerce sellers, exporters, and NIL filers, must file returns.
2. What are the types of GST returns I need to file?
Common return types include:
GSTR-1 – for outward sales
GSTR-3B – summary return with tax payment
CMP-08 – for composition dealers
GSTR-4 – annual return for composition
GSTR-9/9C – annual return & audit (if applicable)
3. What happens if I don’t file GST returns on time?
Late filing attracts penalties (₹50–₹200/day) and 18% interest on unpaid tax. Non-filing may also lead to GSTIN suspension.
4. Can I file a GST return with no sales or purchases?
Yes. You must file a NIL return even if there is no business activity during the period.
5. Can I revise a GST return after filing?
No direct revision is allowed. But you can make adjustments in subsequent returns to correct errors.
6. Is GST return filing required for eCommerce sellers?
Yes. Sellers on Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, etc. must file GST returns, even if turnover is below the threshold.
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