5 Common GST Mistakes Businesses Make ⚠️
And How to Avoid Them to Stay Compliant and Audit-Ready Goods and Services Tax (GST) has streamlined India’s indirect tax system, but compliance remains a challenge for many businesses. From small traders to growing enterprises, even minor errors in GST filings can result in penalties, blocked Input Tax Credit (ITC), scrutiny notices, and unnecessary stress. Many GST issues don’t arise from intentional non-compliance but from lack of awareness, improper reconciliation, or delayed filings. In this blog, we break down five of the most common GST mistakes businesses make , explain why they matter, and share practical tips on how to avoid them. 1. Late Filing of GST Returns The mistake One of the most common and costly GST errors is late filing of returns such as GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B. Many businesses assume that if there is no tax liability, filing can be skipped or postponed. Why it’s risky Late filing attracts: Late fees (₹50 per day for CGST + SGST; ₹20 per day for NIL returns) In...