Overview
What is GST Annual Return (GSTR-9)?
GST Annual Return (GSTR-9) in East Godavari District — in brief
GSTR-9 is the annual return that every GST-registered regular taxpayer must file, consolidating all monthly/quarterly returns filed during the financial year. GSTR-9C is the reconciliation statement (certified by a CA) required for taxpayers with turnover above ₹5 crore. Together they reconcile the data in GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and the books of account, identifying any excess ITC claimed or tax short-paid during the year. For clients in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, Lorven Tax handles every step online with CA review and status updates.
Reviewed by the Lorven Tax CA team · Last updated 31 Oct 2026
- Service category
- Taxation
- Typical timeline
- September 30 each year
- Government fee
- ₹0 (no government fee; late fee ₹200/day applies after due date)
- Professional fee
- Starts at ₹4,999
- Process
- 100% online, CA-reviewed
- Coverage
- East Godavari District (East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh)
When this becomes important
- Before funding, a loan, a tender, an audit or major vendor onboarding
- When ownership, address, business activity or filing status changes
- After a notice, mismatch, portal query or department communication
What we verify before filing
- Legal name, PAN, address and authorised signatory consistency
- Thresholds, category rules, due dates and late-fee exposure
- Supporting documents, portal access and compliance history
- GST state code
- 37 — GSTINs in Andhra Pradesh start with 37
- State GST authority
- Andhra Pradesh Commercial Taxes Department (state GST)
- Income-tax jurisdiction
- Andhra Pradesh & Telangana region
Benefits
Why get GST Annual Return (GSTR-9)?
Avoids late fee of ₹200 per day (₹100 CGST + ₹100 SGST) under Section 47
Reconciles ITC differences before the department raises a demand
CA-certified GSTR-9C gives auditors and investors confidence in GST compliance
Identifies and corrects errors in monthly returns before they become demands
Clean annual return record supports GST audit defence
Mandatory for continuity of GST registration and ITC availability
Eligibility
Who can apply?
- 1All GST-registered regular taxpayers (non-composition)
- 2Businesses with turnover above ₹2 crore must file GSTR-9 (mandatory)
- 3GSTR-9C reconciliation required for businesses above ₹5 crore turnover
- 4Entities below ₹2 crore may voluntarily file GSTR-9
What's included in our service
- Eligibility check and structure advisory
- Document checklist and application preparation
- Government portal filing and professional follow-up
- Post-approval compliance guidance
Checklist
Documents required
Exact documents vary by case — your CA shares a precise checklist after the first review call.
Process
How GST annual return (GSTR-9) works
- 1
Share your documents
Send KYC, business details and the required documents. We review eligibility and flag gaps before filing.
- 2
Preparation & CA review
Our team prepares the application, declarations and supporting records in the format the portal or authority requires.
- 3
Filing & follow-up
We file and track the ARN, SRN or acknowledgement, and respond to any objection, clarification or department query.
- 4
Certificate & compliance guide
You receive the certificate, acknowledgement or report, plus a checklist for renewals and recurring compliance.
Fees & timeline
Cost and time to expect
Confirmed in writing before work starts
₹0 (no government fee; late fee ₹200/day applies after due date)
Subject to portal processing
What you receive
GST Annual Return (GSTR-9) completed with clean records, documented filings and a practical compliance calendar.
FAQs
GST Annual Return (GSTR-9): frequently asked questions
GST state code: 37 — GSTINs in Andhra Pradesh start with 37. State GST authority: Andhra Pradesh Commercial Taxes Department (state GST). Income-tax jurisdiction: Andhra Pradesh & Telangana region. Lorven Tax handles these state-specific steps for clients in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh.
Our professional fee starts at ₹4,999; government fees are charged at actuals. Call or WhatsApp +91 94921 37975 for the exact fee for your case.
GSTR-9 is the annual summary return filed by all regular GST taxpayers. GSTR-9C is a reconciliation statement comparing the GSTR-9 data with the audited financial statements, certified by a Chartered Accountant. GSTR-9C is mandatory for taxpayers with aggregate turnover exceeding ₹5 crore in the financial year.
The due date for GSTR-9 is September 30 of the succeeding financial year. For example, GSTR-9 for FY 2024-25 is due by September 30, 2025. Late filing attracts ₹200 per day (₹100 CGST + ₹100 SGST), subject to a maximum of 0.25% of turnover.
GSTR-9 is primarily a reconciliation and summary return — it cannot be used to amend specific invoices. However, it allows you to declare additional liability or additional ITC that was missed in monthly returns. Any tax differences must be paid through DRC-03.
GST Annual Return (GSTR-9) typically takes September 30 each year, subject to document readiness and government portal processing times.
Yes. We support GST annual return (GSTR-9) for clients in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, including document review, portal filing, professional follow-up and post-completion guidance.
Most work is completed online through phone, WhatsApp, email and secure document sharing. If an authority requires a physical step, we tell you upfront and coordinate it.