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GST Annual Return

GST Annual Return Filing in India – Complete Guide to GSTR-9 Compliance

GST Annual Return Filing is a mandatory compliance for every GST-registered business in India. It is a yearly summary of all GST returns filed during the financial year and must be submitted to the GST department within the prescribed due date. Filing your GST annual return correctly ensures compliance, avoids penalties, and maintains a clean tax record. 

At DP Tax Experts, we provide professional GST Annual Return filing services in India, helping businesses file GSTR-9 and related forms accurately, on time, and without stress. 

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What is GST Annual Return?

GST Annual Return is a yearly consolidation of all GST transactions carried out by a taxpayer during a financial year. It includes: 

Total sales and purchases

Output tax liability

Input tax credit (ITC) claimed

Tax paid and adjustments

Amendments and reversals

The annual return helps the GST department reconcile and verify the data filed in monthly or quarterly returns. 

Which Form is Used for GST Annual Return?

Depending on your registration type: 

GSTR-9 – For regular taxpayers

GSTR-9A – For composition scheme taxpayers

GSTR-9C – Reconciliation statement & audit (where applicable)

Most businesses file GSTR-9.

Is GST Annual Return Filing Mandatory?

Yes, GST Annual Return filing is mandatory for most GST-registered taxpayers, including: 

Proprietorships

Partnership Firms

LLPs

Private Limited Companies

Public Limited Companies

However, some categories like ISD, TDS deductors, TCS collectors and casual taxable persons are exempt. 
Even if: 

You have nil turnover

You have not done business

You have filed nil monthly returns

Why Choose DP Tax Experts for GST Annual Return Filing?

GST Compliance Specialists

We handle GST for traders, manufacturers, service providers & e-commerce sellers. 

100% Accurate Filing

No mismatches, no errors, no notices. 

Complete Reconciliation

We cross-check books vs returns vs portal data. 

On-Time Filing

We file before deadlines to avoid penalties. 

Affordable Fees

Professional service at a reasonable cost. 

Due Date for GST Annual Return Filing

The due date is generally 31st December following the end of the financial year (subject to government extensions). 
Late filing results in: 

Late fees

Compliance issues

Notices from GST department

Late Fee for GST Annual Return

Late fee is charged if GSTR-9 is not filed on time: 

₹100 per day under CGST

₹100 per day under SGST

Total: ₹200 per day

Maximum: 0.5% of turnover in the state

Who Should File GSTR-9C?

Businesses whose turnover exceeds the prescribed limit (as notified for that year) may be required to file: 
GSTR-9C (Reconciliation + Audit) 

We also provide GST audit & 9C filing services. 

Documents Required for GST Annual Return Filing

DP Tax Experts performs full data reconciliation before filing. 

GST login credentials

GSTR-1, GSTR-3B summary

Purchase & sales register

ITC records

Books of accounts

Tax payment details

Common Mistakes We Help You Avoid

ITC mismatch

Turnover mismatch

Tax paid difference

Wrong HSN summary

Wrong amendments

Late filing penalty

FAQ Question

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Benefits of Timely GST Annual Return Filing

Avoid heavy late fees

Maintain clean GST compliance rating

Reduce risk of notices & audits

Smooth refunds and future filings

Improve business credibility

Peace of mind

Difference Between ROC Filing & Income Tax Return

GST Annual Return for Nil Turnover Businesses

Even if: 

Your business had no sales or purchases

You filed nil GSTR-1 and 3B

Annual return filing may still be applicable depending on government notification for that year. 
We verify applicability and file accordingly. 

Other GST Services We Offer

GST Registration

GST Refund

LUT Filing

GST Return Filing

GST Cancellation & Revocation

GST Audit & Notice Reply

Get Started with GST Annual Return Filing Today

Don’t risk late fees, notices or audits. Let DP Tax Experts handle your GST Annual Return filing professionally, accurately and on time. 

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