Vendor Filing Status refers to the compliance status of a supplier (vendor) with regard to filing their GST returns, primarily GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B. Monitoring this status is crucial for businesses as it directly impacts their ability to claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) and maintain GST compliance. You can check the return filing status of a supplier with a few simple steps in GSTZen.
Why Vendor Filing Status Matters
a. ITC Eligibility
You can claim Input Tax Credit only if the vendor files GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B correctly.
b. GSTR-2B Matching
If the vendor doesn’t report your invoice, it won’t reflect in your GSTR-2B, blocking your ITC.
c. Legal Requirement
Under GST law (Sec 16(2)(c)), ITC is allowed only if the vendor pays the tax to the government.
Vendor Filing Status in GSTZen: Key Features
- Bulk Status Checks – Upload and check the filing status of up to 500 GSTINs in a single go.
- Annual Overview – Get return filing data for a complete financial year in a consolidated report.
- Excel Export – Download results in a detailed Excel report with taxpayer information and filing timelines.
How to Check Vendor Filing Status Using GSTZen
A. For Subscribed Users
Step 1: Log in to your GSTZen account.
Step 2: Go to Quick Tools → Select Validators.
Step 3: Enter the return period, financial year, and up to 500 GSTINs. Click Check Status.
Step 4: View the Transaction Summary and click Download GST Return Filing Status.
Step 5: Open the downloaded Excel report to see:
- Taxpayer name
- Date of registration/cancellation
- Monthly/quarterly filing status of GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B
B. For Pay-as-you-go Users
- After entering the GSTINs, the Transaction Summary will display.
- Use the link to recharge your wallet: https://www.gstzen.in/a/add-funds-to-gstzen-wallet.html
- Once recharged, follow the same steps to download the status report.