Big Changes in GSTR-3B Filing Process Effective 2025
GSTR-3B is an essential GST return summarizing taxable supplies, input tax credit (ITC), and tax payable or recoverable for a specific month. This compliance document ensures taxpayers accurately report their transactions and claims under the GST system. Significant amendments in its filing procedure will take effect from 2025, introducing tighter integration with GSTR-2B to enhance accuracy. What’s New in GSTR-3B Filing? The government has overhauled the process to improve reconciliation and compliance. The filing of GSTR-3B will now be conditional on the availability of GSTR-2B for the relevant tax period. Businesses must adjust to these changes and align their reporting accordingly. Previously, taxpayers could file GSTR-3B irrespective of whether GSTR-2B was generated. Starting next year, this flexibility will cease. The new approach mandates that GSTR-3B can only be filed once GSTR-2B becomes accessible on the GST portal. For instance, if a business files its GSTR-1 for Decemb...