GST Compliance Calendar: Deadlines Every Business Must Track

GST compliance isn't a one-time event — it's a rhythm of recurring filings. Miss the beat and late fees plus 18% interest start adding up. Here's the calendar every registered business should internalise.

The regular filings

• GSTR-1 — details of your outward supplies (monthly or quarterly under QRMP).
• GSTR-3B — your summary return and tax payment (monthly or quarterly).
• GSTR-9 — the annual return, for taxpayers above the turnover threshold.
• GSTR-9C — reconciliation statement, above a higher threshold.

QRMP scheme

Smaller taxpayers can opt for the Quarterly Return, Monthly Payment (QRMP) scheme — filing returns quarterly while paying tax monthly. It reduces filing frequency but you still track monthly payments.

How to never miss a date

• Mark every applicable due date at the start of the year.
• Reconcile GSTR-1, 3B and 2B every month, not at year-end.
• Use reminders — or let a professional manage the calendar for you.

Consistent, on-time filing is the single cheapest way to avoid GST trouble. It's routine work that quietly protects your input credit and your record.

This article is for general information based on rules current at the time of writing and is not professional advice. Rules change — confirm specifics with a GovYapar expert before acting.