GSTR 1 is a type of GST (Goods and Service Tax) in which all the details related to the sales made by the taxpayer will be recorded. In this blog we will be explaining about what is GSTR 1, late fees that is imposed on late filing of GSTR 1, and FAQs to create a better understanding among the reader.
Form GSTR-1 is a monthly Statement of Outward Supplies that must be filed by all regular and casual registered taxpayers who make outward supplies of goods and services or both. GSTR 1 need to be filed at 11th of the following month.
As per the GST council meeting, GSTR 1 fees is waved off until the further notification. However as per the last GST council meeting there is recommendation to charge certain amount for the late filing of GSTR 1 that is been explained below.
Recommendation for Amount of Late fees applicable at the time of late filing of GSTR 1:
Suggested Read: How to File GSTR 1
Yes, GSTR 1 is required to be filed; however, if there is no activity linked to sales in a month, you can file a nil GSTR 1.
Businesses with an annual revenue of 1.5 crores or more must file Form GSTR-1 at the 11th day of the next month.
If you have chosen the compensation scheme, you will not be required to file GSTR 1, but you will be required to file GSTR 4 on a quarterly basis.
Currently, the government has waived the late filing fees for GSTR 1, therefore there is no additional fee to pay for late filing of GSTR 1.
Though there is no additional amount charged from the government for late filing of GSTR 1, but it is advisable to timely file the form so that there is a uniformity and accountability maintained. I hope this blog help you with all the information related to the GSTR 1.
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Hi Varsha, You do not need to pay any late fees as the last day to file the GSTR 1 for the Month of December is 11th January 2021. Hence no late fees will be levied from you.