Step 1: Logging into the GST Portal
- To begin your GSTR-3B filing process, head over to the GST portal at www.gst.gov.in.
- Login using your username and password.
- This is the first and crucial step to access your filing dashboard.
- Once logged in, click on Services followed by Returns and then select Returns Dashboard.
- Here, choose the appropriate financial year and the return filing month.
- Click on Prepare Online under GSTR-3B to proceed.
Step 2: Fill in Required Details
Your next task is to fill in the necessary details which include:
- 3.1 (a): Outward Taxable Supplies (Sales without reverse charge)
- 3.1 (b): Outward Taxable Supplies (Sales on which the buyer pays tax)
- 3.1 (c): Zero-Rated Supplies (Exports and SEZ supplies)
- 3.2: Interstate Supplies (Sales outside your state)
- Next, you will need to enter data for eligible Input Tax Credit (ITC), values of exempt supplies, and any payment of tax details.
- The system will calculate your payable tax based on entered ITC automatically.
Step 3: Save, Pay, and Submit
- After entering all details, click Save Draft to avoid losing your information.
- If applicable, go to Services → Payments to create a challan and pay your taxes using your preferred payment method.
- Finally, click Submit and choose to file GSTR-3B using your Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) or an OTP sent to your registered mobile or email.
- You’re done! After filing, an Acknowledgement Receipt Number (ARN) will be issued.
