23 July 2025
In Delhi, the frequency of filing Sales Tax (VAT) returns is determined by the annual turnover of the dealer. The categorization is as follows:
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### 📊 VAT Return Filing Frequency Based on Turnover
This classification is based on Rule 26 of the Delhi Value Added Tax (DVAT) Rules, 2005, which stipulates the tax period for dealers based on their turnover in the preceding year. ([TaxTMI][2])
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### 📝 Important Notes
* **Annual Returns**: Dealers with a turnover up to ₹10 lakh are required to file annual returns.
* **Half-Yearly Returns**: Dealers with a turnover between ₹10 lakh and ₹50 lakh must file returns every six months.
* **Quarterly Returns**: Dealers with a turnover between ₹50 lakh and ₹5 crore are mandated to file returns on a quarterly basis.([CAclubindia][1])
* **Monthly Returns**: Dealers with a turnover exceeding ₹5 crore are required to file returns monthly.([ClearTax][3])
* **Change in Filing Frequency**: If a dealer's turnover changes, they may need to adjust their return filing frequency accordingly. For instance, if a dealer's turnover exceeds ₹50 lakh during the year, they must switch from half-yearly to quarterly filing. Such changes should be communicated to the authorities as per the prescribed procedures.
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If you need assistance with specific forms or further clarification on VAT filing procedures in Delhi, feel free to ask!
[1]: https://www.caclubindia.com/forum/dvat-filing-frequency-amp-registration-60847.asp?utm_source=chatgpt.com "DVAT filing frequency & registration - VAT" [2]: https://www.taxmanagementindia.com/visitor/detail_act.asp?ID=2998&utm_source=chatgpt.com "Rule 26 - Tax Period (Section 3, 26 & 36) - Delhi Value Added Tax Rules, 2005" [3]: https://cleartax.in/s/gst-returns?utm_source=chatgpt.com "GST Return - What is GST Return? Who Should File, Due Dates and Types of GST Returns"