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How to File GST Returns - Complete Guide
Learn how to file various GST returns on the GST portal including monthly, quarterly, and annual returns with detailed steps and common mistakes to avoid.
Registration Process
Login to GST Portal
Visit www.gst.gov.in and login with your username, password, and captcha. Use OTP sent to registered mobile for 2FA.
Navigate to Returns Dashboard
Click on "Services" → "Returns" → "Returns Dashboard". Select the financial year and return filing period.
File GSTR-1 (Outward Supplies)
Click on GSTR-1 tile. Add invoice details: customer GSTIN, invoice number, date, value, and tax amount. You can upload invoices in bulk using offline tool.
Submit GSTR-1
Review all entered data. Click "Submit" to freeze the return. Once submitted, invoice data becomes visible to recipients.
File GSTR-3B (Summary Return)
Click on GSTR-3B tile. Enter summary of outward supplies, input tax credit claimed, and tax payable. System auto-populates some data from GSTR-1.
Pay Tax and File
Click "Proceed to Payment". Pay tax via Net Banking/NEFT/OTC. After payment, click "File GSTR-3B" with DSC or EVC.
Download Acknowledgment
Download filed return and ARN (Acknowledgment Reference Number) for records. Check email for confirmation.
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