13 February 2015
sir, i am Registered with central excise recently i want to know about what are my obligations under central excise like filing of returns etc.
19 July 2024
Under the Central Excise Act, if you are registered as an assessee, whether as a Small Scale Industry (SSI) unit or a non-SSI unit, you have certain obligations that need to be fulfilled. Here’s a breakdown of the obligations and filing requirements based on whether your unit qualifies as an SSI or non-SSI unit:
### Obligations for SSI Units (Small Scale Industry):
1. **Filing of Returns**: - **Quarterly Return**: SSI units are required to file quarterly returns in Form ER-1 or ER-3, depending on their turnover: - **ER-1**: For units with turnover exceeding Rs. 100 crore annually. - **ER-3**: For units with turnover up to Rs. 100 crore annually. - The due date for filing these returns is the 10th of the month following the respective quarter (April-June, July-September, October-December, January-March).
2. **Payment of Excise Duty**: - SSI units are eligible for exemption from payment of excise duty up to a specified limit of turnover. If your turnover exceeds this limit, you must pay excise duty on the excess turnover.
3. **Maintenance of Records**: - Maintain records of production, clearance (sales), and inventory of excisable goods.
4. **Availing SSI Exemption Benefits**: - Ensure compliance with conditions for availing exemption benefits under the SSI scheme.
### Obligations for Non-SSI Units:
1. **Filing of Returns**: - **Monthly Return**: Non-SSI units are required to file monthly returns in Form ER-1. - The due date for filing monthly returns is the 10th of the following month.
2. **Payment of Excise Duty**: - Non-SSI units are liable to pay excise duty on all excisable goods manufactured or produced by them.
3. **Maintenance of Records**: - Maintain detailed records of production, clearance (sales), and input tax credit.
4. **Compliance with Rules and Regulations**: - Adhere to all Central Excise rules, regulations, and notifications applicable to your manufacturing process and goods.
### Additional Obligations (Applicable to Both SSI and Non-SSI Units):
1. **Annual Financial Information Statement**: - Furnish an Annual Financial Information Statement (Form ER-4) by 30th November each year.
2. **Other Compliance Requirements**: - Compliance with any specific notifications or circulars issued by the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC).
3. **Record Keeping**: - Maintain records for a minimum period specified under the Central Excise rules (generally five years).
### Iron Ore Specific Obligations:
- If you are dealing with iron ore, specific rules and notifications related to iron ore mining, transportation, and export/import duties may also apply. Ensure compliance with these additional regulations.
### Conclusion:
Whether your unit is registered as an SSI or non-SSI unit under Central Excise, it is important to comply with the filing requirements, payment of excise duty, and maintenance of records as per the prescribed formats and timelines. Non-compliance can lead to penalties and legal repercussions. It is advisable to regularly monitor notifications and circulars issued by the CBEC to stay updated on any changes in regulations affecting your business.
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