GST Return Calendar: Check Your Filing Dates

Do not rely on a static list of GST return dates without checking the taxpayer’s filing scheme and current government notifications. Build a recurring process around the returns and tax periods assigned to the GST account.

Steps

Identify the taxpayer’s return profile
Confirm the registration type, filing frequency, scheme, state and effective dates. A taxpayer using an eligible quarterly option may have different periodic tasks from a monthly filer.
Reconcile sales and purchase records
Collect invoices, credit notes, advances, exports and purchase records. Reconcile books with the GST Portal data and identify missing or mismatched entries.
Check the current period deadline
Use the official GST Portal and current notifications for the due date applicable to the taxpayer and return period. Extensions and special notifications can change standard dates.
Prepare, review and file
Have an authorized person review liability, credits and payment details before filing. Save the ARN, payment proof and filed return copy.
Track notices and annual requirements
Monitor portal notices and review whether annual or other returns apply. Keep a calendar entry for the next reconciliation and filing cycle.

Frequently asked questions

Are GST due dates the same for every business?

No. Return type, filing scheme, taxpayer profile and government notifications can affect applicable deadlines.

Should I use a printed calendar from last year?

Use it only as a reminder to check. Verify every current tax period on the official portal.

Official sources and further reading

GST Portal — Returns and taxpayer help

Source pages are maintained by the relevant government authority. Check the current official guidance before applying; requirements can change.

This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. Confirm current forms, eligibility and filing requirements on the linked official portal before acting.