Late fee
Statutory fee for delayed filing of returns, subject to maximum limits.
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Free Late Fee & Penalty Estimator
GST return delay — fee and interest
Estimate late fee for GSTR-1 / GSTR-3B and illustrative interest on outstanding tax. Caps and rates can change — verify before payment.
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GSTR3B · interest @ 18% p.a. (illustrative).
Days late10
Late fee @ ₹50/day, capped at ₹10,000
Estimated late fee₹500.00
Interest @ 18% p.a.₹0.00
Total estimate₹500.00
Illustrative estimate only. Rules change; this is not tax, legal, or financial advice. Confirm with a qualified professional before filing or paying.
Understanding Late Fees
1
Late fee is typically charged per day of delay until the return is filed
2
Nil returns usually attract a lower per-day fee and a lower cap
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Interest may apply on unpaid tax for the period of delay
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Portal computation is final — use this as a planning estimate
Typical Parameters (Illustrative)
₹50/day
- Normal return late fee (often CGST+SGST)
₹20/day
- Nil return late fee (illustrative)
18% p.a.
- Interest on tax due (simplified)
How This Calculator Works
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Select GSTR-1 or GSTR-3B
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Choose nil or normal return
- 3
Enter days of delay and tax outstanding
- 4
Review estimated late fee, interest, and total
Key Concepts
Interest
Charged on delayed payment of tax — separate from late fee.
Nil return
Return with no outward liability may qualify for reduced late-fee rates.
Portal
Always reconcile with the GST portal before paying.
Late Fee Estimator FAQs
It is a common illustrative split (e.g. CGST+SGST). Confirm current notifications for your case.
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