A client has not filed their GST returns for rental income since January 2024. This guide outlines the potential penalties, including late fees of ₹100 per day per act (CGST & SGST), capped at ₹5,000 or 0.25% of turnover for annual returns. Additionally, a penalty of 10% of tax due or ₹10,000 (whichever is higher) applies, along with 18% interest on the outstanding tax amount.
07 May 2025
Dear members please suggest One of my client didn't file GST return (of rental income) from Jan 2024 to till date & rental income is around 200000rs . Please tell what will be fines & penalties ??? Regards Varinder Kumar Dhiman
07 May 2025
Late Fees: ₹100 per day per act (CGST and SGST), totaling ₹200 per day, with a maximum penalty of ₹5,000. However, for annual returns, the maximum penalty is 0.25% of the turnover in the state. Penalty for Non-Filing: 10% of the tax due or ₹10,000, whichever is higher. Interest on Late Payment: 18% interest on the tax due, calculated from the first day the tax was due.