The extension applies to both monthly and quarterly filers under section 39 of the CGST Act, 2017. Registered taxpayers can now file their GSTR-3B for the month of September 2025 or the quarter of July–September 2025 by October 25, 2025, instead of the earlier due date.
The return for September 2025 may now be filed till October 25, 2025, and similarly, for taxpayers filing quarterly returns (July–September 2025 quarter), the due date is also extended to October 25, 2025.
The CRA will make these payments on the 5th day of July and October 2025, and of January and April 2026. However, if your GST/HST credit calculated in July 2025 is less than $50 per quarter, the CRA will pay you for the entire payment period in July 2025.
Goods and Services Tax (GST) 2.0 reform, which came into effect from September 22nd, 2025, brought relief for the common people and boosts for businesses. One of the key GST updates under 2.0 reform is that it simplified the GST tax structure from a 4-slab (5%, 12%, 18% and 28%) to a 3-slab (5%, 18% and 40%).
Effective October 1st, 2025, a new set of rules for GST return filing will come into effect. This marks the first filing cycle under the GST 2.0 reforms, aimed at improving transparency, control, and accuracy in Input Tax Credit (ITC) management through the Invoice Management System (IMS).
However the authorities may argue that Finance Act, 2025 + notifications+ portal readyness is sufficient to place IMS mandatory from 01/10/2025. An element of risk is involved, if it is not followed, despite Rule 60 is yet to be amended.
For any standard-rated supplies of goods or services that you make on or after 1 Jan 2024, you must charge GST at 9%. For instance, if you issue an invoice and receive payments for your supply on or after 1 Jan 2024, you must account for GST at 9%.
Total Net GST revenue for October 2025 stands at ₹1,69,002 crore, which is 0.6% higher(monthly growth) and 7.1% higher (yearly growth) than the corresponding period last year at ₹1,68,054 crore.
Payment amounts are recalculated every July
For example, the information from your 2024 tax return determines the GST/HST credit amount you get for the payment period from July 2025 to June 2026. You could get up to: $533 if you are a single individual. $698 if you are married or have a common-law partner.
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Under the revised structure, GST now follows a simplified three-tier rate system: 5% for essential goods and services (merit rate) 18% as the new standard rate for the majority of goods and services. 40% for luxury and "sin" goods, such as high-end vehicles and select tobacco products.
For the 2025 tax year (filed in 2026), the federal tax extension deadline to file your Form 1040 is October 15, 2026, after getting an automatic six-month extension by filing Form 4868 by the original April 15, 2026 due date, though payments were still due April 15, 2026, to avoid penalties.
When to expect your refund. You can claim a refund if your net tax (line 109 of your GST/HST return) is a negative amount. We normally issue refunds within 4 weeks of receiving your return.
The CBDT's recent order has revised the tax audit due date for FY 2024-25. Below is a summary of the key updates: Old deadline: September 30, 2025. New deadline: October 31, 2025.
The CBIC issued Instruction No. 01/2025-GST dated 13.01. 2025, relating to Guidelines for Arrest and Bail in relation to offences Punishable under the CGST Act, 2017. As per the Instructions, GST officers will now have to explain to offenders about the “grounds of arrest” and obtain a written acknowledgement from them.
GSTR-4 is an annual return that must be filed by 30th April following the relevant financial year. For instance, the GSTR-4 for FY 2023-24 was due by 30th April 2024. Prior to FY 2018-19, the due date was the 18th of the month following the quarter's end.
The GST/HST credit payment period begins in July and ends in June of the following year: January and April payments. Based on your adjusted family net income from your 2024 tax return. July and October payments.
Canada will implement a faster GST rebate payment system starting January 5, 2026. Eligible individuals and families can receive up to $680 more quickly, reducing previous delays. The new system streamlines income verification and tax processing to speed up payments. and modest-income Canadians.
For the July 2025–June 2026 benefit year, the maximum annual GST amounts are: $533 – Single individual. $698 – Married or common-law couples. $184 – Per eligible child under 19.
GST Reforms 2025: Key Changes in GST Rates Across Categories
Key categories have seen rate reductions: daily essentials have dropped from 12%/18% to 5%, agricultural equipment from 12%/18% to 5%, healthcare services to 5% or exempt, and education services are now fully tax-exempt.
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) system has entered a new era with the rollout of GST 2.0, effective from September 22, 2025. The Council has simplified the structure into a 5% slab for essentials, 18% for standard goods, and 40% for luxury/sin items, replacing the earlier complex categories.
GST Rate and Slab Changes in September 2025
90% of items in the current 28% slab are moved to the 18% slab. Almost 99% of the items in the 12% slab are moved to the 5% slab.
The GST network issued another advisory on 7th June 2025, implementing the rule of time-barring of GST return filing beyond three years from the due date. By this update, taxpayers will not be able to file GST returns after three years from the due date of such return.
Maximum marginal rate is the highest rate of tax at any income level. This means for those with incomes between Rs 2 crore and Rs 5 crore, 39% will be the highest applicable tax rate, and for those with incomes above Rs 5 crore, it will be 42.74% — the highest tax rate since 1992.