If you have been wondering how to file a GST returns, it's not a laborious or confusing process. It can be filed with the software provided by the Goods and Services Tax Network ( GSTN), which will auto- populate the forms.

1) GST return online filing process :

 The GST return online filing process can be completed in the following steps.

Step 1>> 

Use the GST portal that is http://www.gst.gov.in/

Step 2>>

Based on your state code and PAN number, a 15 digit number will be issued. 

Step 3>>

Each invoice that you have needs to be uploaded. Against each invoice, a reference number will be issued. 

Step 4>>

After this, the next step is to file the outward returns, inward returns and cumulative monthly returns.All errors can be rectified. 

Step 5>>

File the outward supply returns of GSTR-1 using the information section at the GST Common Portal on or before the 10th of the month.

Step 6>>

The outward supplies furnished by the supplier will be gotten from the GSTR - 2 form.

Step 7>>

After this, recipient has to verify the details of the outward supplies and file details of credit or debit notes.

Step 8>>

Next, supply details of the inward supplies of goods and services in the GSTR-2 form.

Step 9>>

Supplier can accept or reject the details provided by the inward supplies made apparent in the GSTR-1A .

2) Offline Process :

     To file your GST returns in the offline mode ,you need to visit and download the following offline tool, https://www.gst.gov.in/download/returns

Once you have downloaded this tool, you can easily file in the GSTR-1 and GSTR-2 forms.All you have to do is follow the steps in the link provided above.