# gstupdates
12 posts in `gstupdates` tag

GST Changes from October 2025: What You Need to Know
Starting October 2025, the GST system will undergo major changes affecting how businesses file returns and claim input tax credit. Key updates include manual ITC acceptance, locked GSTR-3B liabilities, new credit note rules, and invoice-level TDS reporting. Businesses must adapt to stay compliant and avoid filing issues.

GST Compliance Update: CBIC Removes DIN Requirement for Portal-Based Notices
CBIC has released Circular No. 249/06/2025-GST, removing the mandatory use of DIN for communications issued via the GST portal. However, DIN remains compulsory for eOffice-based documents, as clarified in Circulars No. 23/2025 - Customs and 252/09/2025 - GST. This blog explains the changes and what taxpayers need to know.

Big News for Small Businesses: Say Goodbye to Annual GST Returns (GSTR-9) From FY 2024-25!
This blog post announces a significant and permanent change in GST compliance for small businesses in India. From Financial Year 2024-25, businesses with an annual aggregate turnover of up to 2 crore are exempt from filing the annual GST return (Form GSTR-9). The article details what changed, who benefits, and the tangible advantages like time and cost savings. It also highlights crucial reminders about continued monthly/quarterly filings, record-keeping, and turnover monitoring. The post emphasizes that this move will greatly enhance the "Ease of Doing Business" for millions of small enterprises.

GST on Bricks: Understanding the Latest Rules
This blog post clarifies the latest GST rules for bricks in India, effective September 22, 2025. It details the two tax options for most brick types (6% without ITC under composition scheme or 12% with ITC under regular scheme) and introduces a special 5% GST rate with ITC for sand-lime bricks, which cannot opt for the composition scheme. The article also highlights the crucial annual turnover threshold of ₹20 lakh for GST registration. It explains the importance of these changes, who is affected, the pros and cons, and provides actionable advice for businesses, including checking turnover, correct brick classification, scheme selection, pricing adjustments, and record-keeping. Finally, it discusses the implications for buyers and builders and outlines potential issues such as classification disputes and transitional challenges.

Big News! GST Rate Changes Are Coming Soon
This blog post announces significant changes to Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates in India, set to become effective from September 22, 2025, as per Notification No. 09/2025 – Central Tax (Rate). It provides a clear, simplified table comparing old and new rates for categories like household essentials, packaged food, luxury goods, hospitality, travel, professional consultancy, and IT services. The post highlights the implications for businesses (updating systems for compliance) and consumers (potential price changes), emphasizing the government's aim for clarity and easier compliance. It concludes by advising consultation with tax professionals for specific sector-related queries.

Historic Diwali Gift for the Nation: Next-Gen GST Reform
This blog details the significant GST cuts introduced as a 'Diwali gift' for the nation. It highlights how these reforms aim to simplify the tax structure and ease financial burdens across various sectors including daily essentials, agriculture, healthcare, education, and certain electronic appliances and vehicles, ultimately fostering a self-reliant India. The article also touches upon process reforms and a positive message from the Prime Minister.

Taxpayers Alert: Major Updates in GST Refund Rules
The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has significantly revamped its refund system, introducing a unified application form (RFD-01), enhanced document uploads, real-time tracking, and integration with PFMS for faster disbursements. This blog details these crucial updates, explaining how they streamline the refund process for taxpayers, promote transparency, and minimize delays, ensuring timely receipt of their legitimate refunds.

Easier Reporting: GSTR-7 and GSTR-8 Forms Get Updated!
This blog explains the significant updates to GSTR-7 (TDS) and GSTR-8 (TCS) forms, effective February 11, 2025, aimed at enhancing transaction data detail. It covers the 'why' behind these changes, the expected new reporting requirements (with a crucial note on the GSTR-7 invoice-wise reporting deferment), who is affected, and actionable steps for businesses to prepare for smoother GST compliance and reconciliation.

Exciting Update for Your GST Filings: GSTR-3B Will Have a
This blog post explains the upcoming major change in GST filing: the GSTR-3B's auto-populated tax liability will become non-editable from July 2025. It clarifies why this is happening, introduces GSTR-1A as the crucial form for corrections, and outlines the essential steps taxpayers must take to ensure timely and accurate compliance, including a note on the new 3-year return filing deadline.
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GST Policy Updates (March 25–31, 2025): E-way Bill Tweaks & Compliance Changes
Dive into the most recent GST developments (from March 25th to March 31st, 2025), highlighting the increase in E-way Bill thresholds in Chhattisgarh, the CBIC’s reinforced compliance regulations, and the significant topics set for discussion at the GST Council meeting in April 2025. Ensure compliance with guidance from experts!
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CGST Act 2017 Update: What’s New in Section 128A and Its Impact?
The CBIC's Notification 11/2025 brings significant modifications to Section 128A of the CGST Act, easing tax procedures for enterprises encountering extraordinary situations. This examination addresses the broader applicability, streamlined processes, and compliance implications.
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GST Rules 42-43 Explained: How Interest Qualifies as Exempt Supply
This guide outlines how interest income is treated under GST as exempt supply according to Rules 42-43, addressing ITC effects, compliance obligations, and the implications for financial institutions.