Last updated: June 12th, 2023 5:40 PM

Verifying GST Return Status

This article explains the procedure for verifying GST return status, the meaning of different types of status, and the procedure to be followed to view the e-filed return under GST in detail.

Steps To Verify The Return Status Through GST Portal

In order to verify the GST return status through the common portal, one has to follow the below-mentioned steps –

1. Access the site: https://www.gst.gov.in/
2. Provide the appropriate username and password to log in to the above site.
3. Navigate to the path Services > Returns > Track Return Status -
4. Select the option ‘Return Filing Period’;
5. Select the required return filing period from the drop-down list and click on Search.

Different Types of Status Mentioned and Meaning Thereon

The statuses mentioned against the return under GST vary according to the action of the registered taxpayer. Below is the list of statuses along with the interpretation of the same –

1. Status mentioned as "TO BE FILED" means the due date of the return has passed. However, the return has still not been filed.
2. Status mentioned as "SUBMITTED BUT NOT FILED" means the return has been validated. However, the same has not been submitted.
3. Status mentioned as "FILED – VALID" means the return has been successfully submitted.
4. Status mentioned as "FILED – INVALID" means the return has been submitted, but the appropriate tax has not been paid or has been short-paid.

Steps to view the E-filed GST Return

In case the registered taxable person wants to view the already filed GST return through the common GST portal, the following steps need to be followed –

1. Access the site: https://www.gst.gov.in/
2. Provide the appropriate username and password to log in to the above site.
3. Navigate the path Services > Returns > View E-filed Returns.
4. Select Financial Year, Return Filing Period and Return Type from the drop-down list and click on SEARCH.
5. Select the VIEW link to view the required returns.