Compliance calendar
The IRIS MSME Compliance Calendar brings together all essential GST, Income Tax, ROC, and other regulatory due dates in one convenient view. Designed to help MSMEs plan ahead and stay on top of every filing with ease.
View monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance schedules organized for better planning and timely action.
Compliance Calendar March 2026
March is a critical month for every business as it marks the completion of the financial year. This period requires a focused approach, as you are balancing routine monthly filings with the final wrap-up of the year’s activity. Taking care of these tasks now ensures a smooth transition into the new financial year without the pressure of pending taxes or missed deadlines.
The March calendar includes vital milestones, such as the final installment of advance tax and the last opportunity for tax-saving investments. Staying ahead of these dates helps you manage your cashflow effectively while keeping your business operations fully updated.
Below is an overview of the important compliance due dates for March 2026.
Key Compliance Due Dates – March 2026
- 7 March 2026 – TDS/TCS Deposit for February 2026
- 11 March 2026 – GSTR-1 (Monthly outward supplies) for February 2026
- 15 March 2026 – Advance Tax: Deadline for the final installment (100%) for FY 2025-26
- 15 March 2026 – PF & ESI Payment for February 2026 payroll
- 20 March 2026 – GSTR-3B (Monthly GST return) for February 2026
- 31 March 2026 – Financial Year Conclusion: Final day for tax-saving investments and finalizing your accounts for FY 2025-26
Compliance Calendar February 2026
February includes several routine compliance activities that help businesses maintain consistency in tax and statutory filings. With GST returns, TDS/TCS obligations, and payroll-related payments spread across the month, early awareness of due dates supports better planning and steady operations.
This month covers key GST filings for monthly taxpayers, withholding tax deposits, issuance of TDS certificates, and PF & ESI payments. Keeping track of these timelines allows businesses to manage compliance alongside regular business activities with ease.
Below is an overview of the important compliance due dates for February 2026.
Key Compliance Due Dates – February 2026
- 7 February 2026 – TDS/TCS Deposit for January 2026
- 10 February 2026 – GSTR-7 (GST TDS return) for January 2026
- 10 February 2026 – GSTR-8 (GST TCS return for e-commerce operators) for January 2026
- 11 February 2026 – GSTR-1 (Monthly outward supplies) for January 2026
- 13 February 2026 – GSTR-6 (Input Service Distributor return) for January 2026
- 14 February 2026 – TDS Certificate (Form 16A – Quarterly)
- 15 February 2026 – PF & ESI Payment for January 2026
- 20 February 2026 – GSTR-3B (Monthly GST return) for January 2026
- 25 February 2026 – GST PMT-06 (Monthly tax payment for QRMP taxpayers)
Compliance Calendar January 2026
January sets the pace for the year ahead. For MSMEs, this is a key month to bring focus to compliance and financial discipline, as multiple GST filings fall within a short span. Staying aligned with timelines in January helps businesses maintain continuity and start the year on a stable footing.
With GST returns, TDS/TCS deposits, and quarterly statements scheduled during the month, having clear visibility on due dates supports better planning and timely action.
Below are the important GST and withholding tax (TDS/TCS) due dates for January 2026.
Key Compliance Due Dates – January 2026
- 7 January 2026 TDS/TCS Deposit – December 2025
- 10 January 2026 GSTR-7 (Dec 2025) – GST TDS return GSTR-8 (Dec 2025) – GST TCS return for e-commerce operators
- 11 January 2026 GSTR-1 (Dec 2025) – Outward supplies for monthly filers
- 13 January 2026 GSTR-1 (IFF) (Dec 2025) – Optional for QRMP taxpayers GSTR-5 (Dec 2025) – Non-resident taxable persons GSTR-6 (Dec 2025) – Input Service Distributors
- 15 January 2026 TCS Return – Form 27EQ (Oct–Dec 2025)
- 18 January 2026 CMP-08 (Oct–Dec 2025) – Statement for composition scheme taxpayers
- 20 January 2026 GSTR-3B (Dec 2025) – Monthly return GSTR-5A (Dec 2025) – OIDAR service providers
- 22 January 2026 GSTR-3B (Oct–Dec 2025) – QRMP taxpayers (Category 1 states)
