GSTR-9C is a reconciliation statement that taxpayers are required to file, wherever applicable, along with their Annual Return (GSTR-9). It helps reconcile the turnover, tax paid and other details reported in the Annual Return with the figures reflected in the audited financial statements or books of accounts.
The purpose of GSTR-9C is to ensure consistency between GST returns and financial records and to identify any differences that may require clarification or adjustments.
In this article, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of preparing and filing GSTR-9C through GSTZen.
Log in to your GSTZen account, select the GSTIN for which you want to file GSTR-9C, and choose the relevant Financial Year from the available options.
STEP 1 – Download filed GSTR-9 data from the Government Portal
STEP 2 – Fill your GSTR-9C Form
STEP 3 – Upload Documents into GSTZen
In this step, upload the required financial documents, including the Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Statement, in PDF format (maximum file size: 4 MB).
- Once uploaded successfully, the document status will be displayed as Saved.
- You can click the PDF button to view or download the uploaded documents.
- You can also upload additional supporting documents (optional) using the Upload PDF option.
- If required, you can delete and re-upload the documents.
Once all required documents are uploaded, proceed to the next step.
STEP 4 – Upload Attachments into Government Portal
In this step, upload the supporting financial documents to the GST Government Portal.
- Click Login to GST Government Portal with OTP and complete the login process using the OTP.
- Once logged in, click Upload Documents to Govt. Portal to upload all the supporting documents.
- The uploaded documents, such as the Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Statement, will be displayed with their respective status.
STEP 5 – Upload your GSTR-9C to the Government Portal
Click Login to GST Government Portal with OTP and complete the login process. Once logged in, follow the steps below:
- Upload Form to Government Portal: Click Upload Again to upload the prepared GSTR-9 form to the GST portal.
- Download and Confirm Summary: Click Get Summary to download the summary from the government portal and verify the details.
- Submit Return: Once all details are verified, click Submit Return to submit your GSTR-9. Please note that once submitted, the return cannot be changed.
- File Return: Click File using OTP and complete the filing process
