The Goods and Services Tax (GST) portal has opened for annual return filing for the financial year 2024-25. With the system now live, taxpayers can begin submitting Form GSTR-9, which captures details of sales, purchases and tax payments made during the year. Larger businesses are also required to file Form GSTR-9C, a reconciliation statement that cross-verifies their declared figures with audited accounts.

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has set December 31, 2025, as the deadline for both forms. Officials have urged taxpayers to file early this year, noting that the filing window is shorter than usual and late submissions could lead to congestion on the portal closer to the deadline.

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