GSTR-3B Filing Deadline Remains Unchanged Despite Portal Issues
Has the GSTR-3B return filing due date for the March 2026 tax period been extended?
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The due date for filing the GSTR-3B return for the March 2026 tax period remains April 20, 2026, despite calls for an extension due to ongoing issues with the GST portal. Taxpayers can still file late returns with penalties, which include daily fees and interest on unpaid taxes.
- 01The GSTR-3B return filing deadline for March 2026 is April 20, 2026.
- 02Taxpayers can file late returns but will incur penalties and interest.
- 03Issues with the GST portal have caused frustration among users.
- 04State authorities may suspend GST numbers for missed deadlines.
- 05Feedback from chartered accountants regarding portal issues is under review.
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The deadline for filing the GSTR-3B return for the March 2026 tax period remains set for April 20, 2026, despite expectations of an extension due to significant issues with the GST portal. Chartered Accountant Deep Koradia reported that users faced slow login times and frequent disconnections while attempting to file. Taxpayers who miss this deadline can still submit their GSTR-3B returns but will face penalties of ₹50 per day for delays, or ₹20 per day for those with no tax liability. Additionally, interest at an 18% per annum rate will apply to any outstanding tax amounts. The GST portal has introduced changes in how tax liabilities are reported, requiring taxpayers to confirm their tax liability breakup before filing. Feedback from professionals regarding these changes is being acknowledged and addressed by the GST Network (GSTN).
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Taxpayers in India must be aware of the strict penalties associated with late filing, which could lead to increased financial burdens if deadlines are missed.
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