GST Filing Last Date FY 2024-25: Complete GSTR Due Dates
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) has been a vital component of India’s taxation landscape since its implementation in 2017. As businesses and taxpayers prepare for the financial year 2024-25, staying updated on the important dates and deadlines in the GST calendar is essential. Timely compliance with GST rules and regulations not only ensures smooth operations but also helps avoid penalties and supports a transparent tax environment. This article offers a comprehensive overview of the GST filing last dates for monthly, quarterly, and annual returns, helping you plan your filings efficiently.
What is GST Filing?
GST filing is the process of submitting returns to the government under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system. Registered taxpayers must file periodic returns—monthly, quarterly, or annually—detailing their sales, purchases, input tax credit, and tax liability. These returns ensure tax transparency, enable the claim of input credits, and maintain GST compliance. Common returns include GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and GSTR-9, depending on the taxpayer's turnover and filing frequency. Timely filing helps avoid penalties and keeps the GST registration active.
GST Filing Last Dates for FY 2024-25
In the following table, we have listed the GSTR filing deadlines for all forms for FY 2024-25:
GST Return Form | Description | Due Date |
GSTR-1 (Monthly) | Statement of outward supplies for taxpayers with turnover > ?1.5 crore or monthly filers | 11th of the following month |
GSTR-1 (Quarterly) | Statement of outward supplies for QRMP scheme taxpayers (turnover ? ?1.5 crore) | 13th of the month after quarter end (e.g., Q4 FY24-25: 13th April 2025) |
GSTR-3B (Monthly) | Summary return of outward and inward supplies, tax payment (regular taxpayers) | 20th of the following month |
GSTR-3B (Quarterly, QRMP) | Summary return for QRMP scheme taxpayers (quarterly filing) | 22nd or 24th of the month after quarter end (state-wise) |
GSTR-4 | Annual return for composition scheme taxpayers | 30th April 2025 or 30th June 2025 (sources vary) |
GSTR-5 | Return for non-resident taxable persons | 13th of the following month |
GSTR-5A | Return for non-resident OIDAR service providers | 20th of the following month |
GSTR-6 | Return for Input Service Distributors (ISD) | 13th of the following month |
GSTR-7 | Return for persons required to deduct TDS under GST | 10th of the following month |
GSTR-8 | Return for e-commerce operators required to collect TCS | 10th of the following month |
GSTR-9 | Annual return for regular taxpayers | 31st December 2025 |
GSTR-9C | Reconciliation statement/certification by auditor | 31st December 2025 |
For better understanding, we categorised the GST filing last dates for the month, quarter, and year in the following section.
Monthly GST Return Filing Last Date
GSTR-1 (Monthly): 11th of the following month (e.g., for May 2025, the due date is 11th June 2025)
GSTR-3B (Monthly): 20th of the following month (e.g., for May 2025, the due date is 20th June 2025)
GSTR-5 (Non-resident taxable persons): 13th of the following month
GSTR-6 (Input Service Distributors): 13th of the following month
GSTR-7 (TDS Deductors): 10th of the following month
GSTR-8 (TCS Collectors): 10th of the following month
Quarterly GST Return Filing Last Date
GSTR-1 (Quarterly, for turnover up to ?5 crore): 13th of the month following the quarter (e.g., Apr-Jun 2025 quarter due on 13th July 2025)
GSTR-3B (Quarterly, QRMP scheme):
Category X States/UTs: 22nd of the month following the quarter
Category Y States/UTs: 24th of the month following the quarter
GSTR-4 (Composition taxpayers): 30th June 2025 (annual, but tax paid quarterly)
CMP-08 (Composition taxpayers' quarterly statement): 18th of the month following each quarter
Annual GST Return Filings Last Date
GSTR-9 (Annual return for regular taxpayers): 31st December 2025 (for FY 2024-25)
GSTR-9C (Annual reconciliation statement): 31st December 2025 (for FY 2024-25)
GSTR-4 (Annual return for composition taxpayers): 30th June 2025 (for FY 2024-25)
How to File GST Return on Time?
Filing your GST return on time ensures compliance and helps avoid penalties. Here’s a step-by-step checklist to stay on track:
Know Your Due Dates: Identify whether you’re a monthly or quarterly filer and mark deadlines like GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and GSTR-9.
Maintain Invoice Records: Keep purchase and sales invoices organized with correct GSTIN and HSN/SAC codes.
Reconcile Input Tax Credit (ITC): Match your purchase data with GSTR-2B for accurate ITC claims.
Use Filing Software or Professionals: Automate your filings or consult a GST expert to reduce errors and ensure timely submissions.
Set Reminders and Alerts: Use calendar apps, GST software, or SMS/email alerts to get filing reminders in advance. Get the IndiaFilings App to track the due dates and file your returns accordingly easily.
Consequences of Missing the GST Filing Last Date
Failing to file your GST return on time can lead to several financial and compliance-related issues:
Late Fees: ?50 per day (?20 per day for NIL returns), capped at ?5,000.
Interest Charges: 18% per annum on the outstanding tax amount.
Blocked Input Tax Credit: Suppliers or recipients may face ITC issues due to your delayed filing.
Show Cause Notices: You may receive notices from the GST Department under Section 46.
GSTIN Cancellation Risk: Repeated delays can lead to suspension or cancellation of GST registration.
Poor Compliance Rating: Affects your reputation and vendor relationships.
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