GST Late Fees and Penalties

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What is the late fee for filing GSTR-1 after the due date?

  1. Rs. 100 per day

  2. Rs. 200 per day

  3. Rs. 300 per day

  4. Rs. 400 per day


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The late fee for filing GSTR-1 after the due date is Rs. 100 per day, subject to a maximum of Rs. 5,000.

What is the late fee for filing GSTR-3B after the due date?

  1. Rs. 50 per day

  2. Rs. 100 per day

  3. Rs. 200 per day

  4. Rs. 300 per day


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The late fee for filing GSTR-3B after the due date is Rs. 50 per day, subject to a maximum of Rs. 2,500.

What is the penalty for not filing GSTR-1 or GSTR-3B for more than two consecutive months?

  1. Rs. 10,000

  2. Rs. 20,000

  3. Rs. 30,000

  4. Rs. 40,000


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The penalty for not filing GSTR-1 or GSTR-3B for more than two consecutive months is Rs. 10,000.

What is the penalty for filing incorrect or false information in GSTR-1 or GSTR-3B?

  1. Rs. 10,000

  2. Rs. 20,000

  3. Rs. 30,000

  4. Rs. 40,000


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The penalty for filing incorrect or false information in GSTR-1 or GSTR-3B is Rs. 10,000.

What is the penalty for not paying GST on time?

  1. Interest at 18% per annum

  2. Penalty of 10% of the tax amount

  3. Both interest and penalty

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The penalty for not paying GST on time includes both interest at 18% per annum and a penalty of 10% of the tax amount.

What is the maximum penalty that can be imposed for GST offenses?

  1. Rs. 10,000

  2. Rs. 20,000

  3. Rs. 30,000

  4. Rs. 40,000


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum penalty that can be imposed for GST offenses is Rs. 10,000.

Who is responsible for paying GST late fees and penalties?

  1. The taxpayer

  2. The GST officer

  3. The government

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The taxpayer is responsible for paying GST late fees and penalties.

Can GST late fees and penalties be waived or reduced?

  1. Yes, in certain cases

  2. No, never

  3. It depends on the GST officer

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

GST late fees and penalties can be waived or reduced in certain cases, such as when the taxpayer has a genuine reason for not filing the return on time.

What is the time limit for filing an appeal against a GST late fee or penalty?

  1. 30 days

  2. 60 days

  3. 90 days

  4. 120 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The time limit for filing an appeal against a GST late fee or penalty is 30 days.

Where can a taxpayer file an appeal against a GST late fee or penalty?

  1. The GST Appellate Tribunal

  2. The High Court

  3. The Supreme Court

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A taxpayer can file an appeal against a GST late fee or penalty with the GST Appellate Tribunal.

What is the penalty for not paying GST late fees and penalties on time?

  1. Interest at 18% per annum

  2. Penalty of 10% of the late fee or penalty amount

  3. Both interest and penalty

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The penalty for not paying GST late fees and penalties on time includes both interest at 18% per annum and a penalty of 10% of the late fee or penalty amount.

Can a taxpayer be prosecuted for GST offenses?

  1. Yes, in certain cases

  2. No, never

  3. It depends on the GST officer

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A taxpayer can be prosecuted for GST offenses in certain cases, such as when the taxpayer has fraudulently evaded GST.

What is the maximum jail term that can be imposed for GST offenses?

  1. 5 years

  2. 10 years

  3. 15 years

  4. 20 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum jail term that can be imposed for GST offenses is 5 years.

What is the GST late fee for filing GSTR-9 after the due date?

  1. Rs. 100 per day

  2. Rs. 200 per day

  3. Rs. 300 per day

  4. Rs. 400 per day


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The GST late fee for filing GSTR-9 after the due date is Rs. 200 per day, subject to a maximum of Rs. 10,000.

What is the penalty for not filing GSTR-9 by the due date?

  1. Rs. 10,000

  2. Rs. 20,000

  3. Rs. 30,000

  4. Rs. 40,000


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The penalty for not filing GSTR-9 by the due date is Rs. 20,000.

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