Welcome to the Compliance Calendar for the month of March 2024. March being the last month of the Financial Year 2023-24, it becomes crucial for businesses and individuals alike must keep track of their compliance requirements to ensure they are adhering to the legal and regulatory framework in the country. March is an important month in terms of compliance, as it is not only the end of the financial year but also the beginning of the new one. Here, we have prepared a Compliance Calendar in two parts, a Compliance Calendar for GST due dates of March 2024, and a Compliance Calendar for Income Tax Return like TDS Certificate, PF, TDS cum challan certificate, etc due dates for the month of March, 2024.
Compliance Calendar for the Month of March, 2024
| Important due dates for the GST Returns in the Month of March, 2024 | |||
| Due date | Form to be filed | Period | Who should file? |
| 11.03.2024 | GSTR 1 | February 2024 | Taxpayers having an aggregate turnover of more than Rs. 1.50 Crores or opted to file Monthly Return. |
| 13.03.2024 | GSTR 1 (IFF) | February 2024 | GST return for the taxpayers who opted for QRMP scheme (Optional) |
| 20.03.2024 | GSTR 3B | February 2024 | The due date for GSTR-3B having an annual turnover up to or more than 5 Crores. |
| 25.03.2024 | GST Challan Payment | February 2024 | If there is insufficient ITC for the month of February, pay the GST Challan (for all Quarterly Filers). |
| Important due dates for the Income Tax Compliance / PF / ESI in the Month of March, 2024 | |||
| 01.03.2024 | TDS Challan-cum-statement | January 2024 | Due date for furnishing of challan-cum-statement in respect of tax deducted under section 194-IA, 194 IB, 194M in the Month of January 2024. |
| 01.03.2024 | TDS Challan-cum-statement | January 2024 | Due date for furnishing of challan-cum-statement in respect of tax deducted under section 194S. Note: Applicable in case of a specified person as mentioned under section 194S. |
| 07.03.2024 | Challan No. ITNS-281 | February 2024 | Payment of TDS/TCS was deducted /collected in February 2024. |
| 10.03.2024 | Professional Tax | February 2024 | Professional Tax (PT) on salaries for the month of February, 2024. |
| 15.03.2024 | Form 24G by Government officer | February 2024 | Due date for furnishing of Form 24G by an office of the Government where TDS/TCS for the month of February, 2024 has been paid without the production of a challan. |
| 15.03.2024 | Payment of the Whole Advance Tax | AY 2024-25 | Due date for payment of the whole amount of advance tax in respect of the assessment year 2024-25 for assessee covered under presumptive scheme of section 44AD / 44ADA. |
| 15.03.2024 | Advance Tax Installment | AY 2024-25 | The fourth advance tax installment is due for the assessment year 2024–2025. |
| 15.03.2024 | PF & ESI Payment | February 2024 | Provident Fund & ESI Returns for the month of February, 2024. |
| 16.03.2024 | TDS Certificate | January 2024 | Due date for issuing of TDS Certificate for tax deducted under Section 194IA, 194IB, 194M in the month of January, 2024. |
| 16.03.2024 | TDS Certificate | January 2024 | Due date for issuing of TDS Certificate for tax deducted under section 194S in the month of October, 2024. Note: Applicable in case of a specified person as mentioned under section 194S. |
| 30.03.2024 | TDS Challan-cum-statement | February 2024 | Due date for furnishing of challan-cum-statement in respect of tax deducted under section 194-IA, 194 IB, 194M in the Month of February, 2024. |
| 30.03.2024 | TDS Challan-cum-statement | February 2024 | Due date for furnishing of challan-cum-statement in respect of tax deducted under section 194S. Note: Applicable in case of a specified person as mentioned under section 194S. |
| 31.03.2024 | Form No. 3CEAD | — | The submission of the report in Form No. 3CEAD for the reporting accounting year (which, if it is 2022-23 is assumed) in respect of the international group of which it is a constituent by a constituent entity that resides in India, provided that the parent entity is not required to file a report under section 286(2) or resides in a nation with which India does not have an agreement for the exchange of reports, etc. |
| 31.03.2024 | ITR Filing | AY 2020-21 | Last Date for Updated ITR for FY 2020-21 (For FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23 the due date would be 31st Mar 2025 and 2026 respectively). |
In conclusion, the month of March 2024 holds significant importance for various compliance due dates under the Goods and Service Act, and Income Tax Act. Taxpayers must file the required forms within the specified deadlines to avoid substantial penalties. However, please note that these due dates maybe subject to extensions based on stakeholder representations and prevailing circumstances. Rest assured, we will keep you promptly informed of any changes or extensions to ensure you stay compliant. Remember, timely filing is key to averting hefty penalties and maintaining a smooth business journey.
