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What is GST NIL Return?

Every taxpayer has to file GST NIL Return even if there is no business activity during the period.

Penalty for Non- Filing of GST Return?

Even if there were no invoices issued during a month, the taxpayer must log in to the GST Portal and submit a NIL return. If NIL return is not filed, a penalty of Rs.200 per day is applicable until the filing is complete.

Following are the Steps in Filing GSTR 1 Nil Return:

Login to GST Portal

Go to Services in the drop down list and click on Return Dashboard.

Select the Year & Month of filing from the drop down list

Click on Prepare Online

Click on Generate GSTR1 Summary