(Last Updated On: August 31, 2017)How to File NIL GST Return?
We have received lot of queries on How to file NIL GST Return. We have prepare this article and shared a video as well on How to file NIL GST Return.
In short as a taxpayer if you need to file a NIL return, you need to put Zero Values in all the relevant fields of GST return form available online. Below we have elaborated How to File NIL GSTR 3B and How to File NIL GSTR 1

How to File NIL GSTR 3B?

Due date for GSTR 3B for the month of July 2017 was 20th August without using input tax credit of pre GST regime and Due date for GSTR 3B for the month of August 2017 is 20th September.  In GST portal there is no separate option to file NIL return.  In order to file NIL return you have to mentioned Zero Value under GSTR 3B return. Here we have shared elaborated step by step procedure where you have to mentioned Zero value and shared video as well. You can see video as well for Step by step procedure.

3.1 Details of Outward Supplies and inward supplies liable to reverse charge


After mentioning all the Zero Value click on confirm button for point no.3.1. Like wise all the below mentioned option will be filled and submitted.

3.2 Of the supplies shown in 3.1 (a), details of inter-state supplies made to unregistered persons, composition taxable person and UIN holders


After mentioning all the Zero Value click on confirm button for point no. 3.2

4. Eligible ITC


After mentioning all the Zero Value click on confirm button for point no. 4

5. Values of exempt, nil-rated and non-GST inward supplies


After mentioning all the Zero Value click on confirm button for point no. 5

5.1 Interest & late fee payable


After mentioning all the Zero Value click on confirm button for point no. 5.1

6. Payment of tax


After mentioning all the Zero Value click on confirm button for point no.6
7. TDS/TCS Credit
This will also be Zero.

Post mentioning Zero value in all the above fields Save GSTR 3B.

Now Submit GSTR 3b and thereafter file GSTR 3B with Digital Digital Signature. Your NIL GSTR 3B return Filed..

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