This discussion clarifies the late fee structure for GSTR-3B returns, particularly for those filed after the initial deadline. While a cap of Rs. 500 per return was introduced for filings before 30th September 2020 (covering July 2017 to July 2020), the query focuses on the penalties for returns still unfiled from September 2018 onwards. It questions whether the standard Rs. 50/20 per day rates apply or if a different maximum penalty is in place.
16 February 2021
Late fee capped at Rs. 500/- for each GSTR-3B Return In a major relief to the GST taxpayers. the government has decided to cap the maximum late fee for Form GSTR-3B at Rs. 500/- (five hundred only) per return for the tax period July 2017 to July 2020 subject to the condition that such GSTR-3B returns being filed before 30th September 2020.
BUT MY QUERY IS THAT IF GSTR3B IS STILL NOT FILED THEN WHAT WILL BE THE MAXIMUM PENALTY FOR FILLING GSTR3B FOR OLD RETURNS .