How to file GSTR 3B online?

Form GSTR-3B is a summary return, which allows a taxpayer to declare their summary GST liabilities for a certain tax period and discharge these liabilities. You can either file a GSTR 3B return online or offline. Let me tell you how to file GSTR 3B online:

• Log in to the official GST website.

• Choose ‘Services,’ then click on ‘Returns’ and then on ‘Returns Dashboard’ where you’ll find the ‘File Returns’ page.

• From the dropdown menu, choose the appropriate ‘Return-filing Period’ and ‘Financial Year’ and tap on ‘Search.’

• Select ‘Monthly Return GSTR 3B’ and tap on the ‘Prepare Online’ option.

• This will redirect you to the GSTR 3B form where you’ll have to fill out some required details. Here you will know how to fill GSTR 3B online.

• Tap on “Submit” after which you’ll see a success message on the top of the page, and the return status will be changed to ‘Submitted.’

• After that, pay taxes using the ‘Payment of Tax’ head and tap on ‘Offset Liability’.

• After paying taxes, you’re required to choose the checkbox for declaration and select either ‘File GSTR 3B’ or ‘File GSTR 3B with EVC’ with DSC’ button from the ‘Authorised Signatory’ list. Next, click on ‘Proceed’ and then on ‘Ok’.

You can also keep a tab of the return dates and set a reminder to file GST on time.

 You can file Nil GSTR 3B via SMS using these steps:

• Send this SMS to 14409 from the mobile number that is registered with the GST website: NIL<space>3B<space>GSTIN<space>tax period in mmyyyy

• For instance, if you want to file a Nil return for June 2020, then you will have to type this SMS: NIL 3B 08AGFPS5577MSZC 0620.

• You will receive a 6-digit validation code. Send this SMS to confirm the filing: CNF<space> 3B<space>6-digit verification code

• After that, you’’ receive a confirmation message with ARN No.

• You can send this message to 14409 in case of any assistance from CBIC: HELP<space>3B

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