Today is: 16 May 2026 (Saturday)
Next GST Due Date: 31 August 2026 - GSTR-9 & 9C - Due Date (Usually)
Monthly GST Return Due Dates
Regular monthly GST returns with filing deadlines:
| Return Form | Description | Due Date | Frequency | Applicable To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSTR-3B | Monthly Summary Return | 20th of every month | Monthly | All Regular Taxpayers | Pending |
| GSTR-1 | Outward Supplies Return | 11th of every month | Monthly | Turnover > ₹5 Cr | Passed |
| GSTR-5 | Non-Resident Taxpayer Return | 20th of every month | Monthly | Non-Resident Taxpayers | Pending |
| GSTR-6 | Input Service Distributor | 13th of every month | Monthly | ISD | Passed |
| GSTR-7 | TDS Return | 10th of every month | Monthly | TDS Deductors | Passed |
| GSTR-8 | TCS Return (E-Commerce) | 10th of every month | Monthly | E-Commerce Operators | Passed |
Quarterly GST Due Dates
Quarterly filing for QRMP scheme and composition dealers:
| Return Form | Description | Due Date | Frequency | Applicable To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSTR-1 (QRMP) | Quarterly Outward Supplies | 13th of month after quarter | Quarterly | Turnover ≤ ₹5 Cr (QRMP) |
| GSTR-3B (QRMP) | Quarterly Summary Return | 24th of month after quarter | Quarterly | Turnover ≤ ₹5 Cr (QRMP) |
| CMP-08 | Composition Dealer Statement | 18th of month after quarter | Quarterly | Composition Dealers |
Annual GST Return Due Dates
GSTR-4
Composition Dealer Annual Return
Due: 30th April
Composition Dealers
GSTR-9
Annual Return (Regular)
Due: 31st December
Regular Taxpayers
GSTR-9C
Reconciliation Statement
Due: 31st December
Turnover > ₹5 Cr
Late Fee & Penalty for GST
Penalties for missing GST return filing deadlines:
Nil Return
₹20/day
Max: ₹2,000
Regular Return (CGST ₹25 + SGST ₹25)
₹50/day
Max: ₹5,000
Annual Return Late Fee
₹200/day
Max: 0.5% of turnover
Late fees are subject to change as per GST Council notifications. Maximum late fee is capped as shown.
Tips to Avoid Missing GST Deadlines
Set Reminders
Set calendar reminders 3 days before each due date.
File Early
Don't wait for the last day. File at least 5 days early.
Nil Return
Even if no sales, file nil return to avoid penalties.
QRMP Scheme
Small taxpayers can opt for quarterly filing (QRMP).