Sep 102017
 
Deadline for filing GSTR 1 extended to 10th October 2017
S.No.
GSTR Form No.
Tax Period
Revised Due Date
1
GSTR-1
July 2017
10-Oct-2017
1.1
GSTR-1
(Turnover more than 100 crore)
July 2017
3-Oct-2017
2
GSTR-2
July 2017
31-Oct-2017
3
GSTR-3
July 2017
10-Nov-2017
4
GSTR-4
July-September 2017
18-Oct-2017 (no change)
5
GSTR-6
July 2017
13-Oct-2017

 

Sep 072017
 

GSTR – 1: Return of Outward supply

Why to file GSTR 1:

The need for filing GSTR 1 arises from section 37 of the CGST act and same is reproduced below:

Every registered person, other than:

  • An Input Service Distributor,
  • A non-resident taxable person and
  • A person paying tax under the provisions of section 10 or
  • A person paying tax under section 51 (Person deducting TDS) or
  • A person paying tax under section (Person collecting TCS) 52,
  • A person mentioned under section 14 of IGST act (supplier of online information and database access or retrieval services).

shall furnish, electronically, in such form and manner as may be prescribed, the details of outward supplies of goods or services or both effected during a tax period

  • on or before the 10th day of the month succeeding the said tax period and

such details shall be communicated to the recipient of the said supplies within such time and in such manner as may be prescribed:

Provided that the registered person shall not be allowed to furnish the details of outward supplies during the period from the 11th day to the 15th day of the month succeeding the tax period:

Provided further that the Commissioner may, for reasons to be recorded in writing, by notification, extend the time limit for furnishing such details for such class of taxable persons as may be specified therein. Hence, commissioner has extended the time limit for the months of July and August months

Provided also that any extension of time limit notified by the Commissioner of State tax or Commissioner of Union territory tax shall be deemed to be notified by the Commissioner

Hence, all taxable suppliers are liable to file GSTR 1 except those mentioned above including those cases where there is no sales in the relevant taxing month.

Meaning of details of outward supplies:

“details of outward supplies” shall include details of:

  1. Invoices,
  2. Debit notes,
  3. Credit notes and
  4. Revised invoices

Issued in relation to outward supplies made during any tax period

Importance of GSTR 1:

Normally every registered person required to furnished / validate following returns:

Return Forms GSTR – 1 GSTR – 1A GSTR – 2 GSTR – 2A GSTR -3
Activity recorded Outward supply Auto Drafted Inward Supply Auto Drafted GST Payment
Outcome GST liability Revise return ITC allowed Reconciled Monthly return
Basis of preparation Sales Invoice issued to recipient / consumer GSTR 2, 4 & 6 Part A, Part B and Part C of FORM GSTR-2A GSTR -1 of the corresponding suppliers from whom purchases are made GSTR 1 and GSTR 2

Thus, every other return except GSTR 1 is auto populated and needs to be validated by taxable registered person. Thus, every care must be made before filing the form as it would directly impact our taxable liability under
GSTR – 3.

When to file GSTR 1 (As extended vide notification no 29/2017):

Forms Notification number For July 2017 For August 2017 From Sep. Onwards
GSTR 1 18/2017 – Central Tax 1st to 10th September Up to 5th October 1st to 10th of next month

Classification of invoices for recording of transaction in GSTR 1:

All issued invoices during the tax period must be classified as given below for correct and complete recording of all transaction in GSTR 3:

Particulars Invoices
Classification of invoices Intra-state supply Inter-state supply Extant of details required
B2B Invoice wise and tax rate wise
Export Invoice x Invoice wise and tax rate wise
B2C large x Invoice value > Rs. 2.5 lacs Invoice wise, tax rate wise and state wise
B2C Invoice value < Rs. 2.5 lacs Consolidated

Modes of filing GSTR 1:

There are two modes of filing GSTR 1 as explained below:

  1. Online mode: The facility of filing GSTR 1 is provided on gst.gov.in online. In case where invoices in a particular month are upto 500 in number this facility can be used. However, numbers of invoices are more than 500 it is batter to prepare return in off line mode.
  2. Off line mode: You can prepare GSTR 1 offline and subsequently same can uploaded on GST portal subsequently. GSTR data can be prepared offline in any of following ways:
    1. Offline utility downloaded from GST portal.
    2. With the help of excel utility
    3. With the help of 3rd party vendor
    4. Through GSP

How to file GSTR 1:

Section Table no Details to be file
B2B 4A4B4C6B

6C

Used for entering taxable outward supplies to registered person.
B2C Large 5A5B Used for entering inter-state taxable outward supplies to unregister dealer having invoice value > Rs 2.5 lacs.
Debit / Credit Note 9A9B 9A – Debit note / Credit note issued to registered dealer.9B – Debit note / credit note issued to unregistered dealer.
Export 6A Details of export supplies.
B2C others 7 Taxable supplies net of debit note and credit notes to unregistered dealer not cover in 5A and 5B.
Nil rated, Exempted and non GST supply 8A8B8C8D Details of Nil rated, Exempted and non GST supply.
Advance received 11A(1)11A(2) Advance received during the tax period.
Adjustment of advance 11B(1)11B(2) Advance received during earlier tax period being adjusted from  supplies in current tax period.
HSN wise summery 12 HSN wise summery
Other information 13 Details of any of the following documents issued:i.        Invoices for outward suppliesii.        Invoices for inward supplies from unregistered personiii.        Revised invoices

iv.        Debit notes

v.        Credit notes

vi.        Receipt voucher

vii.        Payment voucher

viii.        Refund voucher

ix.        Delivery challan for job work

x.        Delivery challan for supply on approval

xi.        Delivery challan in case of liquid gas

xii.        Delivery challan in cases other than by way of supply

 

Sep 062017
 
Extension in date of filing GST Returns for July 17 and August 17
S.No. GSTR Form No. Activity July 2017 August 2017 Comments
1
GSTR 3B
Summary and Payment
25-08-2017
20-09-2017
The return for the month of July
17 can still be filed without attracting late fee
2
GSTR-1
Outward Supply
10-09-2017
05-10-2017
An official notification
is awaited for the announcement of these new dates, however the same has
been made public via the Twitter handle GST@GoI
3
GSTR-2
Inward Supply
25-09-2017
10-10-2017
4
GSTR-3
Summary
30-09-2017
15-10-2017
5
GSTR-6
Input Service Distributor
(ISD) Return
08-Sep-17
23-Sep-17
The dates for these returns have been notified vide notification no. 26/2017-Central Tax. However, we expect
these deadlines to move forward.

Courtesy: VERITA Knowledge Management Team

Aug 312017
 

General

1. I have activated my user ID but not completed part B of the application, but I received Provisional Registration Certificate, what I need to do?

Provisional Registration Certificate is issued based on activation at GST Portal, so that your business may not hamper. However, to obtain permanent Registration and GSTIN, you are required to complete all the parts of the application and file it with your DSC/ E-Signature or EVC as the case maybe. Signing of application with Digital Signature or e-signing or EVC can only be done by the authorized signatories. Final Registration Certificate will be issued after approval of the proper officer if you have submitted and electronically verified enrolment form with complete details.

2. I have wrongly mentioned additional place of business, /registration details how this can be addressed?

You can update/correct all the information related to additional place of business, bank account, or registration details given in the application through the process of amendment.

3. I have furnished incorrect jurisdiction how can I correct the same?

It will be updated by the concerned officers at the time of processing your application. Your latest updates will be visible on the dashboard.

SEZ Unit / SEZ Developer

1. I am a SEZ unit or SEZ Developer and not registered under VAT or Central Excise. How will I get registered under GST?

SEZ developers and Units are required to be identified as such in GST and required to be registered a fresh. You need to apply for a new registration as separate vertical under GST. You need to select SEZ Unit or SEZ developer in the reason for registration. You are also required to upload the necessary certificate /documents issued by Government of India in the principal place of business tab to substantiate the claim.

2. I am a SEZ unit / SEZ Developer and have taken VAT registration /Central Excise Registration. I have migrated under GST against the VAT/ Central Excise Registration. Can I get benefits of SEZ Unit/SEZ Developer under GST?

Since you have migrated as VAT/Central Excise or Service tax registrant, whereas, you need to register with the Entity of SEZ Developer or SEZ Unit. Therefore, you need to update your information through the amendment on the GST Portal. You need to select reason for registration as SEZ Unit/ SEZ developer and also required to upload necessary document issued by the Government of India in this behalf.

3. I have migrated as normal taxpayer and also have a SEZ unit which is my additional place of business. I have declared the same in the enrolment application also. What should I do under GST?

You need to apply for a new registration as separate vertical under GST for your additional place of business i.e. the SEZ unit/ SEZ Developer, because SEZ has separate registration requirement under GST. You need to select SEZ Unit or SEZ developer in the reason for registration. You are also required to upload the necessary certificate /documents issued by Government of India in the principal place of business tab to substantiate the claim.

Multiple Verticals

1. I have multiple verticals as per the GST law but only one registration is migrated in GST. When I will get my registrations for other verticals.

Multiple Business vertical in a state can be registered separately under GST. Accordingly, separate Provisional IDs have been generated and furnished for such entities based on the data provided by the States/Central Authorities. However, the business entities who have not received separate Provisional ID for different business verticals and have not yet migrated at GST Portal, may obtain registration through new Registration process, which has been started from 25th June, 2017.

2. Can I use same email, mobile and PAN combination for other verticals?

The combination of registered e-mail ID and Mobile Number of each registered business entity should be unique. You cannot use same email and mobile combination for the same PAN but different business verticals. You have to change at least one of the two.

3. Do I need to fill all information again while applying for the multiple verticals?

Yes, the details need to be filled again. Auto-population functionality for common fields against same PAN i.e. Legal Name, Constitution, Promoters and Partners details has not been enabled so far. It is advisable to fill same information for above fields for all registrations against the same PAN.

Aug 282017
 

Normal Tax Payer / Composition / Casual Taxable person

Landing Page

1. I am on the landing page of the New Registration Application and there are two radio buttons – New Registration and Temporary Reference Number (TRN). Which one do I need to select?

Select the New Registration Application to begin applying for GST Registration .

If you have already filled Part A of the Registration Application and have a valid TRN, select Temporary Reference Number.

2. I am applying for a new registration. Which state should I select?

Select the state for which you are applying for the registration.

Once you select a state in Part A of the Registration Application, it cannot be changed at a later stage.

3. My principal place of business is in State ‘X’ but I am applying for a new registration for State ‘Y’. Which state should I select?

Select the state for which you are applying for the registration as registration is state-specific.

4. In the field for PAN, do I need to put my own PAN or the PAN of the business?

Please enter the PAN of your business. In case of proprietor, please provide your personal PAN.

5. Whose e-mail ID and mobile number should I give in the PART A of the Registration Application?

Please give details of the Primary Authorised Signatory in the Part A of the Registration Application .

6. What is Captcha Code? Why do I need to fill it?

Captcha Code is a numeric code that must be filled every time a taxpayer login to the GST Portal. It has been added as an additional security measure.

7. The Captcha Code provided is not legible. What should I do?

You can click the refresh icon next to the code and the system will generate a new code for you.

8. I clicked the SUBMIT button and now the system is asking me for a mobile OTP and an e-mail OTP but I haven’t received either. What do I do? / I have received my mobile OTP but not my e-mail OTP or vice versa. How long should I wait?

Please wait for at least 180 seconds after generating the OTPs.

In case you have still not received the OTP/s, make sure you are checking the correct mobile phone and e-mail inbox. For e-mail OTP, you must also check the spam folder of your e-mail account.

In case you have still not received one or both the OTPs, please click the Click to Resend OTP option available on the screen. Both the OTPs will be sent again.

9. How long are the OTPs valid? OR Are the OTPs valid for a limited period of time? OR What is the validity of the OTP?

The validity period of each OTP is clearly mentioned in the SMS and e-mail. They are valid for at least 10 minutes.

10. I have entered both OTPs correctly but the system is saying the OTPs are not valid.

It is possible your OTPs have expired. Click the Click to Resend OTP option available on the screen. Both the OTPs will be sent again. Please wait for at least 180 seconds after generating the OTPs.

Please note, when you generate fresh OTPs, both previous OTPs (mobile as well as e-mail) become invalid. You will now need to enter both mobile and e-mail OTP again.

11. How long should I wait for the OTPs before clicking on the resend OTP button?

Please wait for at least 180 seconds after generating the OTPs.

In case you have still not received the OTP/s, make sure you are checking the correct mobile phone and e-mail inbox. For e-mail OTP, you must also check the spam folder of your e-mail account.

In case you have still not received one or both the OTPs, please click on Click to Resend OTP option available on the screen. Both the OTPs will be sent again.

Please note, when you generate fresh OTPs, both previous OTPs (mobile as well as e-mail) become invalid.

12. What is a TRN?

TRN or Temporary Reference Number is a unique 15-digit reference number that is generated when you successfully submit all the fields of PART A (first page) of the new registration application and successfully validate your mobile number and e-mail ID by correctly entering the respective OTPs.

Your TRN is sent to you via SMS and e-mail. It is valid for 15 days from the date of creation.

 

After TRN is generated, note it down and access PART B of your new registration application on the GST Portal in the pre-login mode by entering the TRN.

13. Now that I have generated my TRN, how do I begin filling PART B of my new registration application?

Please go to the New Registration page and select the radio button Temporary Reference Number. Now enter your TRN and click PROCEED. A new page will open where you will have to enter the Mobile OTP and e-mail OTP which will be sent to you when you click PROCEED. Enter the respective OTPs and you will be directed to the landing page of PART B of the New Registration Application (Business Details section).

14. I did not write my TRN or I have forgotten my TRN?

Your TRN is also sent to you via SMS and e-mail.

15. I did not write my TRN and I also deleted the SMS and the e-mail that were sent to me. What do I do now?

In such a case, you will have to fill in all the details in PART A of the Registration Application again. Upon completing the process, a message will be displayed ‘You already have a TRN generated <TRN number> with this combination’.

Be sure to save the TRN this time!

16. It has been more than 15 days since I generated a TRN. Can I still access my new registration application?

In such a case, you will have to fill in all the details in PART A of the Registration Application again. Upon completing the process, a message will be displayed ‘You already have a TRN generated <TRN number> with this combination’.

17. Does the TRN expire 15 days after I generate it or 15 days after my last login?

The TRN expires 15 days after it is generated regardless of any number of logins by you.

18. I have logged into my new registration application successfully using my TRN, Mobile OTP, and E-mail OTP. What is the next step?

Please click on the blue box with the pencil icon inside it to continue filling your Registration Application.

Courtesy: https://www.gst.gov.in

Aug 222017
 

Creation, Submission, Payment of Taxes & Filing of GSTR-3B Return

How can I create, submit, pay taxes and file GSTR-3B return?

A normal taxpayer is required to file Form GSTR 1 & 2, GSTR 3 return for every tax period. In case of extension of due dates for filing of GSTR 1 and GSTR 2, GSTR-3B needs to be filed by them (in addition to the GSTR 3 return), as and when notified by the government.

Note:

  • Taxpayer has to submit GSTR-3B even if there is no business activity (Nil Return).
  • Mismatch report will not be generated based on GSTR-3B rather the same will be generated only after filing of GSTR-1, 2 and 3 for the applicable tax period.
  • Amendment of GSTR-3B is not allowed.

To create, submit, pay taxes and file GSTR-3B return, perform the following steps:

  1. Login and Navigate to GSTR-3B – Monthly Return page
  2. Enter Details in Section – 3.1 Tax on outward and reverse charge inward supplies
  3. Enter Details in Section – 3.2 Inter-state supplies
  4. Enter ITC Details in Section – 4. Eligible ITC
  5. Enter Details in Section – 5. Exempt, nil and Non GST inward supplies
  6. Enter Details in Section – 5.1 Interest and Late Fee
  7. Submit and Save GSTR-3B
  8. Enter Payment Details in Section – 6. Payment of Tax
  9. File GSTR-3B

Login and Navigate to GSTR-3B – Monthly Return page

  1. Access the www.gst.gov.in URL. The GST Home page is displayed.
  2. Login to the GST Portal with valid credentials.
  3. Click the Services > Returns > Returns Dashboard command.

  1. The File Returns page is displayed. Select the Financial Year & Return Filing Period (Month) for which you want to file the return from the drop-down list.
  2. Click the SEARCH button.

  1. The File Returns page is displayed. This page displays the due date of filing the returns, which the taxpayer is required to file using separate tiles.

In the GSTR-3B tile, click the PREPARE ONLINE button.

Note: The due date for filing GSTR-3B is displayed on this page.

The GSTR-3B – Monthly Return page is displayed.

There will be several tiles representing Tables to enter relevant details. Click on the tile names to provide requisite details, for the relevant tax period:

3.1 Tax on outward and reverse charge inward supplies: To provide summary details of outward supplies and inward supplies liable to reverse charge and tax liability thereon.

3.2 Inter-state supplies: To provide details of inter-state supplies made to unregistered persons, composition taxable persons and UIN holders and tax thereon.

  1. Eligible ITC : To provide summary details of Eligible ITC claimed, ITC Reversals and Ineligible ITC.
  2. Exempt, nil and Non GST inward supplies: To provide summary details of exempt, nil and Non GST inward supplies.

5.1 Interest and Late Fee: To provide summary details of Interest and Late fee payable.

  1. Payment of Tax: To provide details of payment of taxes, interest and late fee.

Enter Details in Section – 3.1 Tax on outward and reverse charge inward supplies

To provide details of outward supplies and inward supplies liable to reverse charge, perform the following steps:

  1. Click the 3.1 Tax on outward and reverse charge inward supplies tile.

  1. Enter the Total Taxable value, Integrated Tax, Central Tax, State/UT Tax and Cess under respective nature of supplies column. In case of other outward supplies (Nil Rated, exempted ) and Non-GST outward supplies, the total taxable value imply the total values of such supplies, excluding taxes.
  2. Click the CONFIRM button.

You will be directed to the GSTR-3B landing page and the 3.1 Tax on outward and reverse charge inward supplies tile in GSTR-3B will reflect the added data in a summary form. The taxpayer is advised to click on SAVE GSTR-3B button at the bottom to save the data in the GST system, if he wants to exit at this stage and come back later to complete the filing.

.Enter Details in Section – 3.2 Inter-state supplies

To provide details of inter-state supplies made to unregistered persons, composition taxable persons and UIN holders and taxes thereon, perform the following steps:

  1. Click the 3.2 Inter-State supplies tile.

Supplies made to Unregistered Persons

  1. In the section Supplies made to Unregistered Persons, from the Place of Supply (State/UT) drop-down list, select the place of supply.
  2. In the Total Taxable Value field, enter the total taxable value for each State/UT.
  3. In the Amount of Integrated Tax field, enter the amount of integrated tax. Please ensure that the integrated tax amount provided here do not exceed the integrated tax liability declared at (a) row in Table-3.1. Only integrated tax amount has to be declared, cess amount is not required to be mentioned.
  4. Click the ADD button to provide details of such supplies for another state.

Note: Select the checkbox and click the REMOVE button to remove the data added. The system will accept only one entry for each place of supply. The details of tax paid on exports may not be entered here.

Supplies made to Composition Taxable Persons

  1. In the section Supplies made to Composition Taxable Persons , from the Place of Supply (State/UT) drop-down list, select the place of supply.
  2. In the Total Taxable Value field, enter the total taxable value for each State/UT.
  3. In the Amount of Integrated Tax field, enter the amount of integrated tax. Please ensure that the integrated tax amount provided here do not exceed the integrated tax liability declared at (a) row in Table-3.1. Only integrated tax amount has to be declared, cess amount is not required to be mentioned.
  4. Click the ADD button to provide details of such supplies for another state.

Note: Select the checkbox and click the REMOVE button if you want to remove the data added. The system will accept only one entry for each place of supply. The details of tax paid on exports may not be entered here. The information regarding supplies to composition taxable persons has to be based on the information available with the taxpayer.

Supplies made to UIN holders

  1. In the section Supplies made to UIN holders, from the Place of Supply (State/UT) drop-down list, select the place of supply.
  2. In the Total Taxable Value field, enter the total taxable value for each State/UT.
  3. In the Amount of Integrated Tax field, enter the amount of integrated tax. Please ensure that the integrated tax amount provided here do not exceed the integrated tax liability declared at (a) row in Table-3.1. Only integrated tax amount has to be declared, cess amount is not required to be mentioned.
  4. Click the ADD button to provide details of such supplies for another state.

Note: Select the checkbox and click the REMOVE button to remove the data added. The system will accept only one entry for each place of supply. The details of tax paid on exports may not be entered here. The information regarding supplies to UIN holders has to be based on the information available with the taxpayer.

  1. Once all details are added, click the CONFIRM button.

You will be directed to the GSTR-3B landing page and the 3.2 Inter-State supplies tile in GSTR-3B will reflect the total of taxable value and integrated tax as declared in the details table. The taxpayer is advised to click on SAVE GSTR-3B button at the bottom to save the data in the GST system, if he wants to exit at this stage and come back later to complete the Return filing process.

Enter ITC Details in Section – 4. Eligible ITC

To provide details of eligible ITC claimed, perform the following steps:

  1. Click the 4. Eligible ITC tile.

  1. Enter the Integrated Tax, Central Tax, State/UT Tax and Cess vales under respective ITC claimed/ ITC reversed/ Ineligible ITC heads.
  2. Click the CONFIRM button.

You will be directed to the GSTR-3B landing page and the 4. Eligible ITC tile in GSTR-3B will reflect the total value of Integrated Tax, Central Tax, State/UT Tax and Cess net ITCs. The taxpayer is advised to click on SAVE GSTR-3B button at the bottom to save the data in the GST system, if he wants to exit at this stage and come back later to complete the filing.

Enter Details in Section – 5. Exempt, nil and Non GST inward supplies

To add values of exempt, Nil and Non GST inward supplies, perform the following steps:

  1. Click the 5. Exempt, nil and Non GST inward supplies tile.

  1. Enter the Inter-state and Intra-state supplies under respective Nature of Supplies head.
  2. Click the CONFIRM button.

You will be directed to the GSTR-3B landing page and the 5. Exempt, nil and Non GST inward supplies tile in GSTR-3B will reflect the total value of Inter-state and Intra-state supplies. The taxpayer is advised to click on SAVE GSTR-3B button at the bottom to save the data in the GST system, if he wants to exit at this stage and come back later to complete the filing.

Enter Details in Section – 5.1 Interest and Late Fee

To add details of the Interest and Late fee payable, perform the following steps:

  1. Click the 5.1 Interest and Late Fee tile.

  1. Enter the Integrated Tax, Central Tax, State/UT Tax and Cess under Interest and Late fee heads. The late fee would be system computed based on the number of days elapsed after the due date of filing.
  2. Click the CONFIRM button.

You will be directed to the GSTR-3B landing page and the 5.1 Interest and Late Fee tile in GSTR-3B total value of Integrated Tax, Central Tax, State/UT Tax and Cess. The taxpayer is advised to click on SAVE GSTR-3B button at the bottom to save the data in the GST system, if he wants to exit at this stage and come back later to complete the filing.

  1. Once all details are added, click the SAVE GSTR-3B button at the bottom of the page to save the GSTR-3B details.

A success message is displayed on the top of the page that the data has been added successfully. The taxpayer is advised to save if he wants to exit after partially entering the data. Once all the details are saved, SUBMIT button at the bottom of the page is enabled.

Submit and Save GSTR-3B

  1. Scroll down the page and click the SUBMIT button to submit the GSTR-3B.

  1. A success message is displayed at the top of the page that the GSTR-3B is submitted successfully. Once you submit the data, data is frozen and you cannot change any fields in this return. The ITC and Liability ledger will get updated on submission.

Status of the GSRT3B is changed to Submitted.

Note: Scroll down the page. The “Payment of Tax” tile is enabled only after successful submission of the return.

Enter Payment Details in Section – 6. Payment of Tax

To pay the taxes and offset the liability, perform the following steps:

  1. Click the 6. Payment of Tax tile.

Note: Tax liabilities as declared in the return along with the credits gets updated in the ledgers and reflected in the “Tax payable” column of the payment section. Credits get updated in the credit ledger and the updated balance is available and can be seen while hovering on the said headings of credit in the payment section.

  1. Click the CHECK BALANCE button to view the balance available for credit under Integrated Tax, Central Tax, State Tax and Cess. The functionality enables the taxpayers to check the balance before making the payment for the respective minor heads.

The Check Balance page is displayed. The page lists the minor head wise balance available as ITC and Cash Balance. Click the OK button to go back to previous page.

  1. Please provide the amount of credit to be utilized from the respective available credit heads to pay off the liabilities, so as the cash.

Note: If there is no/ less balance in Electronic Cash Ledger, create Challan make payment to update the balance in Electronic Cash Ledger. Click here to refer the FAQs and User Manual on Making Payment.

 

While providing the inputs please ensure the utilization principles for credit are well adhered otherwise system won’t allow for offset of liability.

  1. Click the OFFSET LIABILITY button to pay off the liabilities.

A confirmation message is displayed. Click the OK button.

 

File GSTR-3B

  1. Select the checkbox for declaration.
  2. From the Authorised Signatory drop-down list, select the authorized signatory.
  3. Click the FILE GSTR-3B WITH DSC or FILE GSTR-3B WITH EVC button.

FILE GSTR-3B WITH DSC:

a. Click the PROCEED button.

b. Select the certificate and click the SIGN button.

FILE GSTR-3B WITH EVC:

  1. Enter the OTP sent on email and mobile number of the Authorized Signatory registered at the GST Portal and click the VALIDATE OTP button.

 

  1. The success message is displayed. Click the OK button.

  1. Scroll down the page and click the Back button.

  1. The File Returns page is displayed. Select the Financial Year & Return Filing Period (Month) for which you want to view the return from the drop-down list.
  2. Click the SEARCH button.

Status of the GSTR-3B return changes to “Filed”. You can click the VIEW GSRT3B button to view the GSRT3B return.

Courtesy: https://www.gst.gov.in/

 

Aug 212017
 

Registration of GST Practitioner

1. Who is a GST Practitioner?

GST Practitioner is a tax professional who can prepare returns and perform other activities on the basis of the information furnished to him by a taxable person. However, the legal responsibility of such filings remains with the Taxpayer. For this purpose, GST Practitioners (GSTP) are required to be enrolled with Centre or State Authority. CA, CS, CMA, Advocates, Retired Government Officials, and Graduates are eligible to apply for registration. In addition, GSTPs can be appointed Authorized Representatives who can act on the behalf of the taxpayers and represent them before tax authorities.

2. Can I file Returns for my client if I am not registered?

It is recommended that you register as a GST Practitioner at the GST Portal.

3. Are there any preconditions before I can enroll on the GST Portal as a GST Practitioner?

A GST Practitioner must fulfill the following conditions he/she can enroll on the GST Portal:

1. Applicant must have a valid PAN Card

2. Applicant must have a valid mobile number

3. Applicant must have a valid e-mail ID

4. Professional address

5. Applicant must have the prescribed documents and information on all mandatory fields as required for Enrolment

6. Applicant must fulfill the eligibility criteria of GST Practitioner.

4. What are the eligibility criteria an applicant must fulfill for becoming a GST Practitioner/enrolling on the GST Portal as a GST Practitioner?

  • Chartered Accountant holding COP
  • Chartered Accountant without COP
  • Company Secretary holding COP
  • Company Secretary without COP
  • Cost and Management Accountant holding COP
  • Cost and Management Accountant without COP
  • Advocate
  • Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Commerce
  • Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Banking
  • Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Business Administration
  • Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Business Management
  • Degree examination of any recognized Foreign University recognized by any Indian University as equivalent to degree examination
  • Retired Government Officials

5. I started to fill the Registration Application for GST Practitioner but was not able to complete it. Can I save my Registration Application?

Yes, you can save your Registration Application up to 15 days from the day your TRN was generated upon successful submission of PART- A of the Registration Application.

6. What do I do after submitting my Registration Application?

The Registration Application submitted by you will be processed by Tax Officer. Once your Registration Application is approved by the concerned Tax Official, your GSTP ID will be generated by the system along with a temporary password for first-time login and the same will be communicated to your registered e-mail address. ARN status will also be changed to ‘Approved’. Enrolment Certificate will be available at the Dashboard of the GSTP for view, print and download.

In case of rejection, Rejection Order will get generated and communicated to you. ARN status will be changed to ‘Rejected’. Intimation of Rejection will be sent to the applicant who filed the application for the enrolment of GSTP via email and SMS on his registered email address and mobile number respectively. Rejection Order will be available at the Dashboard of the GSTP for view, print and download

7. Do I need to register separately in each State and Union Territory?

Single Enrolment shall be sufficient for practicing on all India basis. No separate registrations are required for other States or Centre. However, the you are free to apply for another registration in other state if you have a Profession Address in that state.

Courtesy: https://www.gst.gov.in

Aug 072017
 

Tax applicable in case of import of goods

Meaning of goods imported into India and its status under GST:

As per section 2(10) of the IGST 2017, import of goods means bringing goods into India from a place outside India. Sub-section 2 of section 7 provides that Supply of goods imported into the territory of India, till they cross the customs frontiers of India, shall be treated to be a supply of goods in the course of inter-State trade or commerce.

Manner of levy of imported goods:

Section 5 of IGST act provides for levy and collection of IGST. Proviso to section 5 provides that integrated tax on goods imported into India shall be levied and collected in accordance with section 3 of the customs act. “Provided that the integrated tax on goods imported into India shall be levied and collected in accordance with the provisions of section 3 of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975 on the value as determined under the said Act at the point when duties of customs are levied on the said goods under section 12 of the Customs Act, 1962.

Place of supply:

The place of supply has very significant role under GST. It clarifies the appropriate taxing government to who tax to be deposited. Section 11 of IGST act provides that the place of supply of goods,––

  1. a) imported into India shall be the location of the importer;
  2. b) exported from India shall be the location outside India.

Whether tax paid on import of goods / services is eligible for Input Tax Credit:

As per section 2(62) of CGST act – “) “”input tax”” in relation to a registered person, means the central tax, State tax, integrated tax or Union territory tax charged on any supply of goods or services or both made to him and includes— (a) the integrated goods and services tax charged on import of goods but does not include the tax paid under the composition levy.

Conclusion:

(a)   Import of goods shall be treated as inter-state sale under GST.

(b)   Such inter-state sale shall be taxed in the taxable territory of the state where importer is located.

(c)   Valuation of such goods shall be done by as per principle and rules specified in customs act.

(d)   Customs clearance shall be done only after payment of GST.

(e)   Normal GST rates would not be applicable to such goods. Tax rates schedule as applicable under customs tariff act will be applicable to calculation of GST.

(f)    Importer shall be eligible for ITC on tax paid at the time of importation if other conditions relating to claiming of ITC is fulfilled by him.

Aug 022017
 

Rounding of tax etc. under GST:

Section 170. The amount of tax, interest, penalty, fine or any other sum payable, and the amount of refund or any other sum due, under the provisions of this Act shall be rounded off to the nearest rupee and, for this purpose, where such amount contains a part of a rupee consisting of paise, then, if such part is fifty paise or more, it shall be increased to one rupee and if such part is less than fifty paise it shall be ignored.

Thus, from the above the following points may be concluded:

  • The amount of tax or interest payable shall be rounded off to nearest rupees.

Manner of rounding off:

Rounding of under GST shall done at the stage where tax is actually liable to be paid. As per section 12 / section 13 tax is payable at the time of supply which is generally at the time of issue of invoice by the supplier. The extract of the section 12 and section 13 of the act is given below:

Section 12: Time of supply of goods i.e., liability to pay tax in case of supply of goods:

(1) The liability to pay tax on goods shall arise at the time of supply, as determined in accordance with the provisions of this section.

(2) The time of supply of goods shall be the earlier of the following dates, namely:—

  1. the date of issue of invoice by the supplier or the last date on which he is required, under sub-section (1) of section 31, to issue the invoice with respect to the supply; or
  2. the date on which the supplier receives the payment with respect to the supply:

Provided that where the supplier of taxable goods receives an amount up to one thousand rupees in excess of the amount indicated in the tax invoice, the time of supply to the extent of such excess amount shall, at the option of the said supplier, be the date of issue of invoice in respect of such excess amount.

Explanation 1.––For the purposes of clauses (a) and (b), “supply” shall be deemed to have been made to the extent it is covered by the invoice or, as the case may be, the payment.

Explanation 2.––For the purposes of clause (b), “the date on which the supplier receives the payment” shall be the date on which the payment is entered in his books of account or the date on which the payment is credited to his bank account, whichever is earlier.

Section 12: Time of supply of services i.e., liability to pay tax in case of supply of services:

(1) The liability to pay tax on services shall arise at the time of supply, as determined in accordance with the provisions of this section.

(2) The time of supply of services shall be the earliest of the following dates, namely:—

  • the date of issue of invoice by the supplier, if the invoice is issued within the period prescribed under sub-section (2) of section 31 or the date of receipt of payment, whichever is earlier; or
  • the date of provision of service, if the invoice is not issued within the period prescribed under sub-section (2) of section 31 or the date of receipt of payment, whichever is earlier; or
  • the date on which the recipient shows the receipt of services in his books of account, in a case where the provisions of clause (a) or clause (b) do not apply:

Provided that where the supplier of taxable service receives an amount up to one thousand rupees in excess of the amount indicated in the tax invoice, the time of supply to the extent of such excess amount shall, at the option of the said supplier, be the date of issue of invoice relating to such excess amount.

Explanation.––For the purposes of clauses (a) and (b)––

  1. the supply shall be deemed to have been made to the extent it is covered by the invoice or, as the case may be, the payment;
  2. “the date of receipt of payment” shall be the date on which the payment is entered in the books of account of the supplier or the date on which the payment is credited to his bank account, whichever is earlier.

Conclusion:

Rounding of tax shall be done at each time when liability to pay tax arises. Under the normal circumstances liability to pay tax arises at each time when an invoices is issue to the recipient and hence at each invoice level rounding off the tax needs to done and the aggregate tax liability for a tax period (which is on monthly basis) shall be paid within 20 days after the end of the particular month.

Aug 012017
 

Manner of taxation of transportation of goods under GST

Timely and smooth transportation of goods play an important role in supply chain distribution system of any economy. Effective cost of transportation is important for pricing of a product not only from the point of view of consumer but for the economy as a whole. Effective cost of transportation has direct and immediate impact on the price of a product as well as GDP of the country. Here, we will discuss the manner and rate of taxation of transportation of goods within India.

Transportation by road:

Transportation of goods by road may be done through GTA, on public vehicle, or via courier services. Transportation of goods by road within India is NIL rated in case goods transported falls under any one of the following category:

  1. Relief materials meant for victims of natural or man-made disasters, calamities, accidents or mishap;
  2. Defence or military equipments;
  3. Newspaper or magazines registered with the Registrar of Newspapers;
  4. Railway equipments or materials except when transported through GTA;
  5. Agricultural produce;
  6. Milk, salt and food grain including flours, pulses and rice; and
  7. Organic manure.

Transportation of goods through GTA is NIL rated in the following cases:

  1. goods, where consideration charged for the transportation of goods on a consignment transported in a single carriage does not exceed Rs 1500/-;
  2. goods, where consideration charged for transportation of all such goods for a single consignee does not exceed Rs 750/-;

The above rule may further be examined in the below table:

Carriage Consignment notes Consideration charges Effect
Single Single <= Rs 1500 No GST
Single Single > Rs 1500 GST
Single Multiple <= Rs 750 per consignee No GST for those consignment where consideration charges is less than Rs 750
Single Multiple but all are in the name of same person <= Rs 750 per consignee GST
In all other permutation GST will be payable.

Rate of GST

Mode of transportation Rate of GST
Courier 18% with ITC
Rail – when taken part of the space in a container 5% with ITC
Rail – when whole container taken on hire 12% with ITC
GTA 5% with no ITC