26 July 2025
When your GSTR-1 status shows **"Submission is in Process"** for a long time, here are a few steps you can try:
1. **Wait a little longer:** Sometimes the GST portal takes time due to heavy traffic or server issues. Usually, it gets updated within a few hours to a couple of days.
2. **Clear cache and cookies:** Log out, clear your browser cache/cookies or try from a different browser or incognito mode and login again.
3. **Check GST portal announcements:** Sometimes maintenance or technical glitches are reported on the portal.
4. **Try Resubmission:** If the status remains stuck for many days, you may cancel the submitted GSTR-1 (if allowed) and re-upload it.
5. **Contact GST Helpdesk:** If the problem persists for more than 3-4 days, raise a ticket on the GST helpdesk ([https://helpdesk.gst.gov.in](https://helpdesk.gst.gov.in)) or call their support for assistance.
6. **Ensure your return filing window is still open:** Late filing might cause issues with submission processing.
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If you want, I can guide you step-by-step on how to check, cancel or re-submit GSTR-1. Would you like that?