GSTN launches excel-based offline tool to file initial GSTR-38 returns

Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has launched an excel-based offline tool for businesses to file initial GSTR- 3B returns.GSTN, in a statement in New Delhi, said that taxpayers can download the offline utility from the GSTN portal and after fill in the data the file can be uploaded on GST portal. 

After uploading of the return to the GST Portal, the



taxpayer has to preview the form, complete formalities like submit, offset the liability and file their GSTR-3B Return using digital signature or electronic verification code. 

GSTN CEO Prakash Kumar said this facility will provide an opportunity to the taxpayer to verify details of GSTR 3B before filing and minimise chances of error.