GST

Old GSTR-4 still pending

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Yes, if it is within three years of its due date. After three years the portal will not accept it.

Provisions

Sec 39(11), CGST Act 2017; Rule 62, CGST Rules 2017; Notification 21/2021-CT

Analysis

Sec 39(11) bars returns after three years. File the oldest pending GSTR-4 first and pay the capped late fee. Example: GSTR-4 for FY 2023-24 was due on 30 April 2024, so it can be filed until 30 April 2027; late fee is capped at ₹2,000 in total.

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  1. List all pending GSTR-4s with due dates.
  2. File the oldest first.
  3. Pay the late fee for each.
  4. Keep ARNs.

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