GSTR 3B - GST Act

Is there any way to file GSTR3B without penanty...!?
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This discussion addresses how to file GSTR 3B without penalties. While filing by the due date is ideal, advice is given on managing late filings, even for NIL returns, which incur a daily penalty. Options like cancelling registration and reapplying are explored, but it's highlighted that outstanding tax liabilities can prevent new registrations under the same PAN. The consensus is to file returns with late fees rather than cancelling registration.

Yes, file it within the due date or extended due date.
or elaborate your query please.
Thanks for the reply. .

One of my client failed to file the GSTR3B (NIL) from March 2018.

Now only he comes to me to file the GST.
Heavy late fees will be pay According to Gst act 2017
They filed the GSTR1, But they are not aware about GSTR3B, Is there any chances for NIL return. or cancel the Registration.?
Rs.20/- per day penalty will be levied even for nil return. Better if there is no sale purchase, get it cancelled and apply new one. No other option as on date.
OK. thanks. . Is there any problems in future. ?
I don't think so there will be any problem
Okie. thanks. . ! CA Sunny Aggarwal
@ Anand
As per Section 29(3) of CGST , you are liable to pay late even if the registration & As per Circular 95/14/2019 GST , you won't be able to obtain Registration on same PAN , on which any tax liability is due under this Act , means if cancellation without filing all your return won't be able grant New Registration under same PAN.
Moreover As per Section 29(2)(c) , the person who has not filed his return for last six month , the proper may cancel the registration. hence kindly check for the same.

Hence in my view don't go for cancellation & file his return with late fee
Oh. OK pankaj . . I'll inform him.

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