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8 resources from gst.gov.in we point founders to, and the questions each answers.

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The government's Invoice Registration Portal, where businesses above the e-invoicing threshold report B2B invoices and get an Invoice Reference Number. Its notices also set rules such as the 6-digit HSN code for taxpayers with turnover above ₹5 crore.

e-Invoice System (Invoice Registration Portal)

From gst.gov.in by GSTN / NIC Government portal

  • Above ₹5 crore turnover, B2B invoices are not valid until they carry an IRN from this portal.
  • Taxpayers with turnover above ₹5 crore must use 6-digit HSN codes.
  • The portal also verifies the QR code printed on an e-invoice.
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Answers What is GST e-invoicing, and does my business need it? How do I make an invoice for free, including a GST invoice?
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The GST portal, where every registered taxpayer files GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B from the Returns Dashboard and pays tax.

GST Portal login

From gst.gov.in by GSTN Government portal

  • Open Services, Returns, Returns Dashboard and pick the period.
  • File GSTR-1 before GSTR-3B so the summary fills itself.
  • Use EVC (OTP) to file; a DSC is not mandatory.
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Answers How do I file a GST return, step by step?
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GSTN's FAQ on GSTR-3B: due on the 20th for monthly filers and the 22nd or 24th after the quarter for quarterly filers by state, mandatory even with no business, and how nil and zero returns work.

FAQs: Form GSTR-3B

From gst.gov.in by GSTN FAQ

  • Monthly GSTR-3B is due by the 20th.
  • Quarterly filers file by the 22nd or 24th, depending on the state.
  • File a nil return even in a month with no sales.
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Answers How do I file a GST return, step by step?
Answers How do I file a GST return, step by step?
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GSTN's FAQ on GSTR-1: due on the 11th for monthly filers and the 13th after the quarter under QRMP, which is open to turnover up to ₹5 crore, and filed with EVC or DSC.

FAQs: Form GSTR-1

From gst.gov.in by GSTN FAQ

  • Monthly GSTR-1 is due by the 11th.
  • Quarterly filing needs turnover up to ₹5 crore, and then both returns go quarterly.
  • Invoices can be edited freely until GSTR-1 is filed.
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Answers How do I file a GST return, step by step?
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The GST portal's registration entry point, where a new taxpayer applies online for a GSTIN, tracks the application and finds the guides.

GST Registration (official GST portal)

From gst.gov.in by GSTN

  • Apply for a new GSTIN here, free.
  • Track the application with its ARN.
  • Keep PAN, Aadhaar, address proof and bank details ready.
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Answers How do I calculate GST on a price, including from a GST-inclusive total?
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The government's own portal where GST returns are filed and paid, free. Most businesses prepare the data in their billing or accounting software and upload it here, or let their software file through a GST Suvidha Provider.

GST Portal

From gst.gov.in by Goods and Services Tax Network Portal

  • File GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B here; your accounting software can export the data for upload.
  • Check the return calendar on the portal each month so late fees never start.
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