CBIC extends due dates for GST Annual Return (GSTR-9) and Reconciliation Statement ( GSTR-9C) for 2018-19 October 24, 2020 3:07 pm| By : Taxscan Team The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs ( CBIC ) has extended the due dates for GST Annual Return (GSTR-9) and Reconciliation Statement ( GSTR-9C) for 2018-19 to 31st December 2020. The Government has been receiving a number of representations regarding the need to extend the due date for filing Annual Return (FORM GSTR-9) and Reconciliation Statement (FORM GSTR-9C) for 2018-19 on the grounds that on account of the COVID-19 pandemic related lockdown and restrictions, the normal operation of businesses have still not been possible in several parts of the country. It has been requested that the due dates for the same be extended beyond 31′ October 2020 to enable the businesses and auditors to comply in this regard.
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