Expenses shown in gst return

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Rakesh Sharma (Querist)
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28 August 2017 Dear Experts,

Should we show the below expenses also in returns. If we have to show, please guide me in which head :-
1) Salary, Wages, Director's Remuneration
2) ESI, PF of Employer Expenses
3) Expenses on which we have paid GST but not mentioned our GSTIN due to our in-awareness.
4) Diesel, Petrol, Charcoal

Please advise sir.

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Rakesh sharma

CA Rashmi Gandhi

CA Rashmi Gandhi (Expert)
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07 September 2017 Expense list under GST https://www.caclubindia.com/share_files/details.asp?mod_id=74125

Asha Kanta Sharma

Asha Kanta Sharma

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24 July 2024 Certainly! Let's address each type of expense and how they should be treated in your returns:

### 1) Salary, Wages, Director's Remuneration

- **Treatment**: These expenses are typically shown under the head "Salaries and Wages" in your financial statements and income tax returns. If you are filing under the Income Tax Act, these would fall under the appropriate heads for computation of taxable income.

- **GST**: Salary and wages are exempt from GST, so you do not need to include GST in these expenses.

### 2) ESI, PF of Employer Expenses

- **Treatment**: Employer's contribution to ESI (Employee State Insurance) and PF (Provident Fund) are considered as part of employee benefits and are included under the head of "Employees' Welfare Expenses" or similar in your financial statements. They are deductible expenses for income tax purposes.

- **GST**: Like salaries and wages, ESI and PF contributions are exempt from GST. Therefore, GST should not be included in these expenses.

### 3) Expenses on which we have paid GST but not mentioned our GSTIN due to our in-awareness.

- **Treatment**: If you have paid GST on expenses but did not mention your GSTIN (Goods and Services Tax Identification Number) on the invoice or document, you should rectify this as soon as possible. You can claim input tax credit (ITC) only if the supplier has mentioned your correct GSTIN on the invoice and has deposited the GST collected to the government.

- **Reporting**: In your GST returns, ensure that you reconcile these expenses and correctly claim ITC in the appropriate tax period. If you missed claiming ITC due to an oversight, you may need to rectify it in subsequent returns under the guidance of a tax professional.

### 4) Diesel, Petrol, Charcoal

- **Treatment**: These expenses are typically categorized under "Fuel Expenses" or similar in your financial statements. For income tax purposes, they are usually treated as operating expenses and can be deducted from your taxable income.

- **GST**: The GST treatment for diesel, petrol, and charcoal varies:
- Diesel and petrol for commercial use attract GST at different rates depending on their classification (like motor spirit, diesel fuel, etc.). You can claim input tax credit on GST paid for these fuels used for business purposes.
- Charcoal attracts GST, and you should ensure that GST is properly accounted for in your expenses.

### Conclusion:

- **Proper Documentation**: Maintain detailed records of all these expenses, including invoices, receipts, and GST documents.
- **Tax Return Filing**: Include these expenses in the appropriate schedules or heads in your income tax return and GST returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
- **Consultation**: If you have complex situations or uncertainties, it's advisable to consult with a tax advisor or chartered accountant who can provide specific guidance based on your business operations and transactions. This ensures accurate reporting and compliance with tax laws.

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