Extension Granted for Filing Annual GST Returns

Authority and Legislation: Commissioner, under section 44 of Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, extends filing deadline.

Time Limit Extension: Annual return filing for the financial year 2019-20 pushed to February 28, 2021.

Electronic Submission: Mandatory submission through the common portal for efficiency and uniformity.

Council Recommendations: Extension based on recommendations from the Council, aligning with current economic conditions.

Director's Endorsement: Signed by Pramod Kumar, Director, Government of India, affirming the decision's legality.

Compliance Deadline Clarification: Clear directive ensures taxpayers understand the revised filing timeline.

(Pramod Kumar) Director, Government of India