GST and Income Tax Compliance Calendar for April 2025
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Compliance Calendar – April 2025
This highlights the critical importance of tax compliance in India, particularly regarding GST return filing deadlines and income tax return submissions. The Indian government has been increasing scrutiny on tax compliance to curb tax evasion and corruption, making timely adherence non-negotiable for businesses and individuals alike. Compliance Calendar for April 2025, covering GST and Income Tax compliance:
| Due Date | Compliance Activity |
| 7th April | TCS Payment for March 2025 |
| 11th April | Filing of GSTR-1 for March 2025 |
| 13th April | Filing of GSTR-1 (QRMP scheme) for Jan-Mar 2025 quarter Filing of GSTR-6 by Input Service Distributor for March 2025 |
| 14th April | Issuance of TDS Certificates in Form 16B, 16C, 16D & 16E for tax deducted under Sections 194-IA, 194-IB, 194M & 194S in February 2025 |
| 15th April | TDS/TCS Payment & Return Filing for March 2025 |
| 18th April | Filing of CMP-08 (Composition Dealer) for Jan-Mar 2025 quarter |
| 20th April | Filing of GSTR-3B for March 2025 Payment of Professional Tax (PT) by Registered Persons for March 2025 |
| 22nd April | Filing of GSTR-3B (QRMP scheme) for Jan-Mar 2025 quarter |
| 30th April | TDS Payments for March 2025 Challan-cum-Statement Filing in Forms 26QB, 26QC, 26QD & 26QE for tax deducted under Sections 194-IA, 194-IB, 194M & 194S in March 2025 Payment of Professional Tax by Enrolled Persons for financial year 2025-26 |
Key Takeaways for the month of Compliance Calendar – April 2025
✔ deposit of TDS/TCS on due date is crucial to avoid penalties and interest.
✔ Annual & quarterly reporting requirements on foreign remittances, modified client codes, pension/SWF investments must be met.
✔ Filling of Income tax forms (27C, 3BB, 15G/15H, 61, 24G) is mandatory for compliance.
✔ Updated income tax return filing (ITR-U) for assessment year 2022-23 can help rectify past mistakes.
Non-Compliance Consequences:
- Heavy penalties & interest on late GST and income tax filings.
- Possible Scrutiny & Legal Repercussions—Tax authorities are actively identifying defaulters.
- Disruptions in Business Operations—Late compliance may lead to loss of tax benefits and refunds.
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