The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has introduced a new facility allowing taxpayers to pay GST using UPI and debit/credit cards. This aims to make tax compliance faster and more user-friendly. The service is currently available in 24 states and Union Territories, with plans for a phased rollout to cover all remaining regions and banks. This expansion offers more payment choices beyond traditional methods, aligning with the 'Digital India' initiative.
The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has rolled out a facility that allows taxpayers to make GST payments using Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Debit/Credit Cards. This move is expected to significantly simplify tax compliance by offering faster, more flexible, and user-friendly payment options.
The new facility is now live in 24 States and Union Territories, including Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Assam, and Uttar Pradesh. Recently, Mizoram
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FAQ :
GST payments can now be made using Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Debit/Credit Cards.
The new facility is currently live in 24 States and Union Territories.
All major payment networks are supported, including RuPay, Visa, MasterCard, and Diners.
Participating banks include Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Canara Bank, IDFC First Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bandhan Bank, Indian Bank, Dhanlaxmi Bank, Karnataka Bank, Karur Vysya Bank, and South Indian Bank.
Yes, ICICI Bank and Bandhan Bank support credit card payments. Some banks like Karnataka Bank and South Indian Bank currently offer UPI-only services.
Previously, payment options were limited to net banking and over-the-counter challans.