2024-2025

Compliance Calendar for the month of December 2024

Compliance Calendar for the month of December 2024

As we approach the final month of 2024, businesses and individuals need to stay on top of various important compliance deadlines related to taxes, returns, and contributions. Here’s a detailed guide for essential financial obligations and compliance tasks for December 2024.

 

We have divided the Compliance Calendar into two sections: ‘The Compliance Calendar of Important Due Dates for GST Returns in December 2024’ and ‘The Compliance Calendar of Important Due Dates for Income Tax Compliance/PF/ESI in December 2024.

Important Due Dates for GST Returns in December 2024

Due Date Form to be Filed Period Who Should File?
11.12.2024 GSTR 1 November 2024 Taxpayers with aggregate turnover > ₹1.50 Crores or those opting for monthly returns
13.12.2024 GSTR 1 (IFF) November 2024 Taxpayers opting for the Quarterly Return Monthly Payment (QRMP) scheme (Optional)
20.12.2024 GSTR 3B November 2024 All GST registered taxpayers with annual turnover > ₹5 Crores
25.12.2024 GST Challan Payment November 2024 Quarterly filers with insufficient Input Tax Credit (ITC) for November 2024
31.12.2024 GSTR 9 & 9C FY 2023-24 Filing of GST Annual Return (GSTR-9) & GST Reconciliation Statement (GSTR-9C) for FY 2023–2024

Important Due Dates for Income Tax Returns / TDS / PF / ESI in December 2024

Due Date

Form to be Filed

Period

Who Should File?

07.12.2024

Challan No. ITNS-281

November 2024

Payment of TDS/TCS deducted/collected for November 2024

15.12.2024

Professional Tax

November 2024

Professional Tax on salaries for November 2024

15.12.2024

TDS Certificate (Section 194-IA)

October 2024

Issuance of TDS Certificate for tax deducted under Section 194IA

15.12.2024

TDS Certificate (Section 194-IB)

October 2024

Issuance of TDS Certificate for tax deducted under Section 194IB

15.12.2024

TDS Certificate (Section 194-M)

October 2024

Issuance of TDS Certificate for tax deducted under Section 194M

15.12.2024

TDS Certificate (Section 194-S)

October 2024

Issuance of TDS Certificate for tax deducted under Section 194S (if applicable to specified persons)

Note: Applicable in case of specified person as mentioned under section 194S.

15.12.2024

Form 24-G by Government Office

November 2024

Filing of Form 24G for TDS/TCS paid without a challan in government offices

15.12.2024

Form No. 3BB

November 2024

Stock exchange statement for client code modifications in November 2024

15.12.2024

Advance Tax Installment

FY 2024-25

Third installment of advance tax for FY 2024-25

15.12.2024

PF & ESI Payment

November 2024

Payment of Provident Fund & ESI contributions for November 2024

30.12.2024

TDS Certificate (Section 194S)

November 2024

Issuance of TDS Certificate for tax deducted under Section 194S

(Note: Applicable in case of specified person as mentioned under section 194S.)

30.12.2024

TDS Payment

November 2024

TDS payment for November 2024 on Forms 26QB (Property), 26QC (Rent), 26QD (Contractor Payments)

30.12.2024

Form No. 3CED

Submission of report in Form No. 3CED for the reporting accounting year, as applicable (for international groups)

31.12.2024

Return of Income

FY 2023-24

Filing of revised or belated income tax return for FY 2023-24 (if assessment is not completed by 31st December 2024)

 

Conclusion

In the compliance calendar for December 2024, remember that timely filing of GST returns, TDS certificates, PF, ESI Returns, and other essential documents is not just a regulatory obligation but a strategic move. By meeting these deadlines, individuals and businesses shield themselves from the financial storm of hefty penalties. As the year concludes, let your commitment to compliance be the key that unlocks a new year of prosperity, unburdened by avoidable fines.

Team Ebizfiling

Ebizfiling.com is a leading online platform offering end-to-end business compliance solutions for startups, SMEs, and global companies. With a presence across India and international markets including the USA, UK, and Singapore, the company specializes in company/LLP incorporation, ITR and GST filings, legal advisory, and foreign subsidiary formation. Backed by experienced professionals including CAs, CSs, and legal experts, Ebizfiling delivers accurate, timely, and regulation-compliant services trusted by thousands of businesses. The platform aims to simplify complex compliance processes through technology, personalized support, and a deep understanding of Indian and global regulatory frameworks.

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