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Once registered, you must display the certificate, issue tax invoices, and file GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B from the effective date. Even with no sales, nil returns are due.
GST
After getting GSTIN: first compliance steps
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Provisions
Rule 18, CGST Rules 2017; Sec 31(1), CGST Act 2017; Sec 39(1), CGST Act 2017
Analysis
Download the REG-06 certificate and display it at every place of business. Set up an invoice series and show your GSTIN on every bill. Decide between monthly filing and the quarterly QRMP scheme if turnover is up to ₹5 crore. Missing your first return leads to late fees and can block e-way bills.
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- Download and display the REG-06 certificate.
- Start a fresh invoice series with your GSTIN.
- Choose monthly or QRMP filing.
- File GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B for the first period, even if nil.
- Keep purchase bills for ITC from the effective date.
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