Download and Install GST Offline Tools

GST has untangled the web-like structure of indirect tax and returns that were prevalent pre-GST regime. Moreover, GST has also simplified the compliance procedure, one such example is GST offline tools. And, in this blog, we will how to download and install GST offline tools. 

What is GST Offline Tools? 

The GST Offline Tools is an offline utility that can be downloaded through the GST portal. GST offline utility tools are freeware contained in a zip folder. These GST offline tools help further smoothen out the GST-related activities such as GST registration, GST return filing, GST refunds, and claiming input tax credit (ITC). 

What does GST Offline Toolkit Include? 

The GST Offline Toolkit includes: 

1. GST Offline Tool Application 
2. User Manual or How to use guide 
3. Section-wise CSV format files 

Pre-requisites to Download and Install GST Offline Tools 

There are pre-requisites to install a GST offline tool 

1. Windows 7 or above OS 
2. Any of the following internet browser: 

• Google Chrome 49+ 
• Internet Explorer 10+ 
• Firefox 45+ 

3. Microsoft Excel 2007 & above. 

It shall be noted that the GST offline tools do not function on Mac or Linux. 

Steps to Download and Install the GST Offline Tools 

Here are the steps using which you can easily download and install the GST offline tools: 

Step 1: Open the GST Portal. 

Step 2: Go to the Downloads section on the homepage. 

Step 3: Click on the Offline Tools option available. 

Step 4: There will be a list of GST offline tools, choose the GST Offline Tool as per the requirement. 

Step 5: You will be redirected to a new page with a highlighted option to download and install the GST offline tool. 

Step 6: Click on that download button and then proceed. 

Step 7: GST offline tool file will get downloaded in a zip folder. 

Step 8: Extract the files from the zip folder and install the GST offline tool in your system. 

Step 9: Once the installation completes, GST offline tool is ready to use. 

List of GST offline Tools 

Here is the list of GST offline tools that are used to perform key tasks related to GST: 

1. Returns Offline Tool 
2. Matching Offline Tool 
3. Tran-1 Offline Tools 
4. Tran-2 Offline Tools 
5. GSTR3B Offline Utility 
6. ITC01 Offline Tool 
7. ITC03 Offline Tool 
8. ITC04 Offline Tool 
9. GST ARA 01 – Application for Advance Ruling 
10. GSTR-4 Offline Tool (Quarterly filing) 
11. GSTR-6 Offline Tool With Amendments 
12. GSTR-11 Offline Tool 
13. GSTR-7 Offline Utility 
14. GSTR-8 Offline Tool 
15. GSTR-10 Offline Tool 
16. GSTR-9 Offline Tool 
17. GSTR-9A Offline Tool 
18. GSTR-9C Offline Tool 
19. GSTR-4 Offline Tool (Annual) 

Process of Using GST Offline Tool 

The taxpayer first needs to feed the data in the GST offline tool and then needs to upload the saved file directly on the GST portal to complete the process. 

Advantages of GST Offline Tools 

1. GST offline tools help the taxpayers to file GST returns easily. 
2. It helps in claiming input tax credit (ITC) using the matching tool. 
3. It is an inexpensive way to file GST Returns as you need only an internet connection to download and install GST offline tools. 

Points to Note 

1. Ensure that the file is not corrupted before you extract and run the downloaded file of GST offline tools. 
2. Before you download and install the GST offline tools do go through the readme document.