The discussion revolves around the due date for filing GSTR 9 and GSTR 9C for the 2018-19 financial year. Initially, there was no official notification for an extension, leading to speculation. However, it was later confirmed that the government, after obtaining clearance due to the Model Code of Conduct, extended the deadline from 30th September 2020 to 31st October 2020.
After obtaining due clearances from the Election Commission in view of the Model Code of Conduct, Government has extended due date for furnishing Annual Return in GSTR-9 and GSTR 9C for 2018-19 from 30.09.2020 to 31.10.2020. Notification follows.