Question 1

Who is required to register for GST in India?

Accepted Answer

GST registration is mandatory if: (1) Annual turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh for goods (₹20 lakh for services; ₹10 lakh for NE/special category states). (2) You make interstate supply of goods or services. (3) You sell on e-commerce platforms (Amazon, Flipkart, etc.). (4) You are a casual taxable person or non-resident taxable person. Voluntary registration is allowed below these thresholds.

Question 2

What are the GST return filing due dates in 2026?

Accepted Answer

GSTR-1 (outward supplies): 11th of the following month (monthly filers); 13th of month after quarter (quarterly). GSTR-3B (summary + tax payment): 20th of following month. GSTR-9 (annual return): 31st December after fiscal year end. For QRMP scheme filers, tax is paid monthly via challan and full returns filed quarterly. Late fee: ₹50/day per return (₹20/day for nil returns) plus 18% p.a. interest on unpaid tax.

Question 3

How long does GST Return Filing take?

Accepted Answer

GST registration: 3–7 working days after document submission. GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B): filed within 24–48 hours of receiving your invoice data. We proactively track all due dates and send reminders so you never attract a late fee.

Question 4

What is the penalty for late GST filing?

Accepted Answer

Late fee: ₹50/day per return (₹25 CGST + ₹25 SGST) for returns with tax liability; ₹20/day for nil returns (₹10 CGST + ₹10 SGST). Additionally, 18% per annum interest applies on tax not paid by the due date. Failing to file GSTR-3B for 6 consecutive months can lead to GST registration cancellation, causing loss of Input Tax Credit.

Question 5

Why choose Indus Tax?

Accepted Answer

Indus Tax is a CA-led firm trusted by 5,000+ clients across 700+ cities. Every filing is reviewed by a qualified Chartered Accountant. Scope and cost are fixed upfront, turnaround is typically 3–7 business days, and you get full WhatsApp support from start to finish. We handle income tax, GST, NRI taxation, company registration, and corporate compliance — all under one roof.

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