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GSTR 9

GSTR 9 is an annual return to be filed yearly by taxpayers registered under CGST Act, 2017. GSTR 9 consists of details regarding the outward and inward supplies made/received during the relevant financial year under different tax heads i.e. CGST, SGST & IGST.

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12 Critical GSTR-9 & GSTR-9C Reconciliation Mistakes Every GST Taxpayer Must Avoid

Goods and Services Tax : Learn the twelve most common GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C reconciliation errors for FY 2025-26, including ITC mismatches, turnover differenc...

June 25, 2026 4683 Views 0 comment Print

Late Fee vs General Penalty: Has the Madras High Court Drawn a Line Between Delayed Filing and Non-Filing of Returns?

Goods and Services Tax : The Madras High Court held that complete failure to file the annual return can attract both late fee under Section 47 and general ...

June 12, 2026 579 Views 0 comment Print

GSTR-9 Annual Return: Unresolved Crisis of GST Reconciliation & ITC Matching

Goods and Services Tax : Article highlights how mechanical matching of GSTR-9 tables is leading to unjust GST demands and penalties against honest taxpayer...

May 20, 2026 1344 Views 0 comment Print

Recovery of Late Fees for GSTR-9 Defaults

Goods and Services Tax : Late fees for GSTR-9 cannot be recovered without prior determination. The article clarifies why direct recovery actions violate st...

April 6, 2026 858 Views 0 comment Print

Compliance Calendar For The Financial Year 2026-27

CA, CS, CMA : The calendar lists all major statutory deadlines across laws. It helps businesses track filings and avoid penalties through timely...

April 1, 2026 17913 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


ICAI’s suggestions on Forms GSTR 9 and GSTR 9C accepted for 2024-25

Goods and Services Tax : The government accepted key professional suggestions to simplify annual GST reporting. The update allows ITC payments, clearer ITC...

January 7, 2026 1041 Views 0 comment Print

Annual GST Returns Deadline Sought to Be Extended Due to Complex ITC Reporting

Goods and Services Tax : Stakeholders seek more time for GSTR-9 and 9C as new ITC reporting rules introduce granular, multi-year reconciliations that signi...

December 31, 2025 122670 Views 0 comment Print

Call for GSTR-9 & GSTR-9C Due Date Extension After Major FY 2024–25 Changes

Goods and Services Tax : The representation seeks more time to file GST annual returns citing extensive amendments and late clarifications. It urges an ext...

December 18, 2025 100311 Views 0 comment Print

Challenges in filing GSTR-9 & GSTR-9C and Request to extend due date

Goods and Services Tax : Recent amendments in GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C have increased compliance complexity, prompting calls for extended deadlines to allow accu...

December 13, 2025 43797 Views 2 comments Print

Free Live Webinar on GSTR-9 & 9C Filing – Practical Insights & Compliance Strategies

Goods and Services Tax : Join TaxGuru’s free live webinar on GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C with CA Sachin Jain on 9th Nov 2025. Learn practical reconciliation techn...

November 6, 2025 10989 Views 2 comments Print


Latest Judiciary


Madras HC Upholds both GST Late Fee & Penalty for Non-Filing of GSTR-9  

Goods and Services Tax : The Madras High Court held that failure to file the annual return in Form GSTR-9 attracts late fee under Section 47(2) of the CGST...

June 12, 2026 714 Views 0 comment Print

Late Fee applies for GSTR-9C Delay as It Forms Part of Annual Return: Madras HC

Goods and Services Tax : The ruling clarifies that an annual return is incomplete without the reconciliation statement where required. Late filing of GSTR-...

April 24, 2026 3792 Views 0 comment Print

Calcutta HC Quashes GST Order for Ignoring GSTR-3B & GSTR-9 Data on ITC Reversal

Goods and Services Tax : The High Court quashed both adjudication and appellate orders after finding that GST return data was not examined. The matter was ...

February 5, 2026 843 Views 0 comment Print

GST Adjudication Set Aside for Ignoring Annual Return Reconciliation

Goods and Services Tax : The decision clarifies that GSTR-9 plays a vital role in reconciling ITC claims. Authorities must reassess demands after examining...

December 22, 2025 741 Views 0 comment Print

Cess Not Shown in GSTR-3B but Corrected in GSTR-9 Is Revenue Neutral: Calcutta HC

Goods and Services Tax : The court held that non-disclosure of CESS in GSTR-3B, corrected in GSTR-9, was revenue neutral. The appellate authority was direc...

December 10, 2025 1260 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


GSTN Issues Consolidated GSTR-9 & 9C FAQs for FY 2024-25

Goods and Services Tax : GSTN has clarified key issues on filing annual returns through consolidated FAQs. The guidance explains ITC reporting, auto-popula...

December 17, 2025 23220 Views 0 comment Print

GSTR-9/9C Table-wise Reporting: Essentials & FAQs

Goods and Services Tax : ITC availed for FY 2023-24 but reversed or claimed in FY 2024-25 must be reported in Table 6A1 of GSTR-9. Reversals from prior yea...

December 4, 2025 22809 Views 0 comment Print

GSTN FAQs: GSTR-9/9C Filing Guidance FY 2024-25

Goods and Services Tax : Taxpayers cannot file GSTR-9 for FY 2024-25 unless all GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B returns are completed. Auto-population of relevant table...

October 16, 2025 11136 Views 1 comment Print

GSTR-9/9C for FY 2024-25 enabled on GST portal

Goods and Services Tax : GSTN confirms GSTR-9/9C filing for FY 2024-25 is active on the GST portal since October 12, 2025. Filing requires all GSTR-1 and G...

October 15, 2025 1737 Views 0 comment Print

Clarification on Late Fee for Delay in FORM GSTR-9C Filing

Goods and Services Tax : Learn about the GST clarification on late fees for delayed FORM GSTR-9C filing and the impact of recent changes on late fee calcul...

January 30, 2025 11226 Views 0 comment Print


Notification 8/2025-Central Tax: Late Fee Waiver Analysis

January 27, 2025 17790 Views 2 comments Print

Detailed analysis of Notification 8/2025-Central Tax on late fee waiver for delayed filing of Form GSTR-9C. Key conditions, applicability, and compliance deadlines.

FAQ On Waiver of Late Fees on GSTR 9 And/or GSTR9C

January 25, 2025 20079 Views 4 comments Print

Explore FAQs on the waiver of late fees for GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C filings. Learn about deadlines, penalty waivers, and compliance for FY 2017-18 to 2022-23.

CHimachal Pradesh HC Validates Late Fee Waiver for GSTR-9 & 9C Returns

January 13, 2025 1077 Views 0 comment Print

Himachal Pradesh HC rules that late fee waiver under Notification No. 07/2023 applies to GSTR-9 returns filed before the amnesty period, ensuring fair treatment for taxpayers.

Assessing Authority Must Address Objections; GST Order Exceeding SCN is Void: Madras HC

January 13, 2025 762 Views 0 comment Print

Madras HC sets aside an order exceeding the scope of a Show Cause Notice under GST, citing non-application of mind and violations of Section 75(7) of the Act.

Late Fee Waiver Under Amnesty Scheme Valid for GSTR-9 Returns Filed Before Notification: HP HC

January 10, 2025 3192 Views 0 comment Print

Late Fee Waiver benefits under Amnesty Scheme cannot be denied for GSTR 9 Returns Filed before Issuance of Notification: R. T. Pharma Vs Union of India & Ors. (Himachal Pradesh High Court); CWP No. 4899 of 2024

Quick brush up of GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C basic provisions

December 30, 2024 5328 Views 0 comment Print

Understand key differences, applicability, due dates, and penalties for GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C under GST compliance. A concise guide for businesses.

Annual Return (GSTR-9) for FY 2023-24

December 23, 2024 89979 Views 2 comments Print

Steps and key details to file the GST Annual Return (GSTR-9) for FY 2023-24, including exemptions and reconciliation requirements.

Madras HC directs Deposit of 25% of Disputed Tax for GST Hearing

December 22, 2024 501 Views 0 comment Print

Madras High Court held that since petitioner failed to reply to notice nor attended the personal hearing, it is directed to deposit 25% of the disputed tax and post deposit of the tax an opportunity of being heard will be granted.

Changes and Compliances in GSTR 9 & 9C-FY 2023-24

December 21, 2024 69591 Views 1 comment Print

Understand the latest changes, reconciliations, and filing requirements for GSTR 9 & 9C for FY 2023-24, including key updates on ITC and tax liabilities.

Deposit of 25% of disputed tax directed due to non-response to GST notice: Madras HC

December 21, 2024 732 Views 0 comment Print

Madras High Court held that as requested by the petitioner, an opportunity of heard will be granted on payment of deposit of 25% of the disputed tax amount since petitioner failed to respond to notice in DRC-01.

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