File your GST Nil Returns quickly and compliantly when your GST-registered business has no sales, purchases, or tax liabilities during a tax period — and avoid penalties or lapse in GST compliance.
A GST Nil Return is filed when a GST-registered taxpayer reports no outward supplies (sales), no inward supplies, no input tax credit, and no tax liability for a given period. Even if your business had no activity, filing a nil return for GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B is mandatory to maintain compliance and prevent penalties. Nil returns are common for dormant businesses, startups yet to begin operations, or periods of inactivity.
Meet statutory GST filing requirements even when there are no transactions.
Avoid late fees and interest that apply if returns are not filed on time.
Regular nil return filing helps prevent cancellation or suspension of your GST registration.
Keeps GST records up-to-date and audit-ready even during business inactivity.
Filing returns, even nil ones, is required under Indian GST law for every tax period.
Maintains your GST compliance status throughout periods of inactivity.
Ensures accurate reporting for future audits or tax assessments.
Non-filing for prolonged periods can trigger GST registration cancellation.
Prepare your GSTIN, login details, and the return period for filing.
Choose the correct return forms like GSTR-1 (outward supplies) and GSTR-3B (summary return) on the GST portal.
Indicate zero outward and inward supplies and tax liabilities in the return forms.
Submit the nil return using EVC or DSC before the due date for the period.
Visit the official GST portal and log in with GSTIN and password.
Select the month or quarter for which you are filing the nil return.
Select the relevant return form (e.g., GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) and check the nil/zero transactions option.
Verify and file the nil return before the due date to avoid penalties.
Penalties and possible GSTIN suspension.
How to avoid: Always file nil returns when no activity occurred.
Return may be rejected or processed incorrectly.
How to avoid: Ensure the correct tax period is selected before filing.
GST portal errors or notices.
How to avoid: Confirm nil status and complete all form steps accurately.
Non-compliance notices.
How to avoid: File both required nil forms on time each period.
A GST nil return is filed when your GST-registered business has no sales, purchases, or tax liabilities for a tax period, but filing is still mandatory.
Every GST-registered taxpayer must file nil returns for applicable forms like GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B if no transactions occurred.
Yes — even with zero transactions, nil GST returns must be filed to stay compliant and avoid penalties.
Failure to file nil returns can lead to penalties, interest, and potential suspension of GST registration.
Nil return filing online can typically be completed within a day if all credentials and periods are ready.
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