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All GST-registered taxpayers are required to file GSTR. This holds true even if there is no business activity during the period or no transactions during the year. This requirement is also applicable to casual taxable persons, developers, and SEZ units. Having said that, it is important to understand the various aspects of a nil GST return. This article will help you learn more about a nil GST return, its applicability, etc.
GST Nil return is a type of GST return that has to be filed by GST-registered taxpayers who don’t have any transactions or business activity during the period, i.e., no sales during the month or quarter.
Every taxpayer registered under GST is required to file a Nil GST return. This is true even if the person has no transactions or business activity during the period. Therefore, a dealer should file GSTR-1 in such cases. Outward supplies include all taxable as well as exempt supplies.
Given below are the steps that you need to follow to file a Nil GST return on the GST portal -
Step 1. Log in to the GST portal.
Step 2. Go to services in the drop-down and select the returns dashboard.
Step 3. Select the month and year of filing from the drop-down menu.
Step 4. Click on the “prepare online” option under the GSTR-1 tile.
Step 5. Click on generate GSTR-1 summary.
Step 6. Select the checkbox and click on “preview”.
Step 7. Click on “submit”. You can file your return using DSC or EVC.
Click on either “File GSTR-1 with DSC” or “File GSTR-1 with EVC” and file your nil GSTR-1. Once the return is filed, an acknowledgment reference number will be displayed stating that the return has been filed.
Filing your nil GST return with Tax2win is extremely simple. All you have to do is connect with our experts and submit the necessary documents. Our CAs will process your details and file your GST return accurately and on time. Let’s understand how you can file Nil GSTR with Tax2win in detail -
Step 1. Choose Your GST Service: Tax2win offers services like GST registration, GST filing, notice management, cancellation, and nil return. Answer a few questions to determine the most suitable plan for your business. If you want to file a nil GST return, select the “GST return filing” option.
Step 2. Submit your Documents:
Step 3. We Process your Request and do the Needful:
Our experts review, process, and verify your GST returns accurately. Once you approve, our experts file it with the GST portal on time.
Step 4. Get Confirmation and Expert Support:
Get instant confirmation on your email and WhatsApp once the filing is done.
The GST due date for filing GSTR-1 depends on your total turnover. If your annual turnover is up to ₹5 crore, you can choose to file quarterly returns under the QRMP scheme. In that case, the due date is the 13th of the month following each quarter.
However, if you don’t opt for the QRMP scheme or your turnover exceeds ₹5 crore, you must file GSTR-1 monthly, on or before the 11th of the following month.
| For Businesses with Turnover | Month/Quarter | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| More than Rs. 5 crore | Jan 2025 | 11th Feb 2025 |
| Feb 2025 | 11th Mar 2025 | |
| Mar 2025 | 11th Apr 2025 | |
| Apr 2025 | 11th May 2025 | |
| May 2025 | 11th Jun 2025 | |
| Jun 2025 | 11th Jul 2025 | |
| Jul 2025 | 11th Aug 2025 | |
| Aug 2025 | 11th Sept 2025 | |
| Sept 2025 | 11th Oct 2025 | |
| Oct 2025 | 11th Nov 2025 | |
| Nov 2025 | 11th Dec 2025 | |
| Dec 2025 | 11th Jan 2026 | |
| Jan 2026 | 11th Feb 2026 | |
| Feb 2026 | 11th Mar 2026 | |
| Mar 2026 | 11th Apr 2026 | |
| Turnover up to Rs. 5 crore (QRMP Scheme) |
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| Oct-Dec 2024 | 13th Jan 2025 | |
| Jan-Mar 2025 | 13th Apr 2025 | |
| Apr-Jun 2025 | 13th Jul 2025 | |
| Jul-Sept 2025 | 13th Oct 2025 | |
| Oct-Dec 2025 | 13th Jan 2026 | |
| Jan-Mar 2026 | 13th Apr 2026 |
| Name of the return | Type of return | Annual turnover in previous year | Maximum late fee under CGST | Maximum late fee under SGST | Maximum late fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSTR-1 | Nil return | NA | Rs 250 | Rs 250 | Rs 500 |
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If you fail to file the GST return by the stipulated time, then late fees will be applicable for every day that you don’t file the GST return. If there are any unpaid taxes, an interest of @18% per annum will apply on the tax liability.
Yes, if you are registered under GST, you must file the applicable GST return irrespective of whether you have a tax liability or not. Even if you don’t have any transactions for the month, you need to file a nil GST return.
If you don’t pay the GST late fees, the fee amount is automatically added in the next period’s GST return. Unless you pay the fees, you will not be able to proceed with the filing.
A nil GST return can be filed every month, even when there are no transactions, and no business activity has taken place during that month.
All GST-registered taxpayers, including casual taxable persons, SEZ units, and developers, must file a GSTR-1 Nil return.
Yes, you can file GSTR-1 for past periods. However, to do this, you must also file Form GSTR-3B and Form GSTR-1 for the immediate previous year.
