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Documents: POS sales data, Swiggy/Zomato reports, purchase invoices, composition declaration

Fees: Monthly: from Rs 2,499. Composition: from Rs 1,999/quarter. Annual bundle: from Rs 29,999

Eligibility: Restaurants, cloud kitchens, QSR chains, cafes, catering services, hotel restaurants

Timeline: GSTR-1: by 11th. GSTR-3B: by 20th. CMP-08: quarterly. GSTR-4: annually

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Why Restaurant GST Returns Matter in Gurugram

📌 TL;DR - Restaurant GST Return Services at a Glance

Restaurants in Gurugram pay GST at 5% (without ITC) or 18% (hotel restaurants with room tariff Rs 7,500+). Monthly GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B for regular scheme. Composition (up to Rs 1.5 crore): quarterly CMP-08 and annual GSTR-4. Since January 2022, Swiggy and Zomato collect 5% GST under Section 9(5). Late fee Rs 50/day. Incorrect ITC claim at 5% = full reversal with interest.

Parameter	Detail
Governing Law	CGST Act 2017 \| HGST Act \| Notification 11/2017-CT(R) \| S9(5) \| S10 Composition
Registry	Copyright Office, DPIIT (GST Portal (gst.gov.in)). Registrar of Copyrights
Form	GSTR-1/3B (regular) \| CMP-08 (composition quarterly) \| GSTR-4 (composition annual) \| GSTR-9
Categories (S13)	Literary (including software), Artistic, Musical, Dramatic, Cinematograph Films, Sound Recordings
Validity	Literary/Artistic/Musical/Dramatic: Author's lifetime + 60 years. Films/Sound Recordings: 60 years from publication
Mandatory?	No. But registration provides prima facie evidence of ownership (Section 48)
International	Berne Convention membership: recognized in 181+ countries automatically
Fees 2026	Individuals: Rs 500 (literary/artistic), Rs 2,000 (sound). Companies: Rs 2,000. Software: Rs 4,000. Films: Rs 5,000

Gurugram is one of NCR's most vibrant food corridors. Cyber Hub and Golf Course Road house premium dining. Sector 29 has 100+ restaurants. Sohna Road and Udyog Vihar have growing cloud kitchens. NH-48 hotel corridor has 18% GST restaurants. For comprehensive information about restaurant GST returns across India, visit our national service page.

Every missed deadline = Rs 50/day late fee plus 18% interest. Restaurants incorrectly claiming ITC at 5% face full reversal demands. GST Commissionerate Gurugram is scrutinising Swiggy/Zomato reconciliation. You will also need GST registration and FSSAI registration for complete restaurant compliance.

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What Are GST Returns for Restaurants

A GST return for restaurants is a periodic declaration filed on gst.gov.in reporting all food and beverage sales, ITC claimed (if eligible at 18%), and net tax payable. Restaurant services are classified under HSN/SAC 9963 at either 5% or 18%.

Standalone restaurants pay 5% GST without ITC. Hotel restaurants (room tariff Rs 7,500+) pay 18% with full ITC. Swiggy/Zomato collect 5% under S9(5). Composition scheme: 1% on turnover, quarterly CMP-08.

Return filing involves dine-in, takeaway, platform-mediated (S9(5)), and catering sales. For complete restaurant compliance, pair with FSSAI registration and shop act registration.

Key Terms for Copyright Registration:

GSTR-1 - Monthly outward supply return for restaurants (by 11th)
S9(5) - Swiggy/Zomato collect 5% GST on food delivery
CMP-08 - Quarterly composition scheme return (up to Rs 1.5 Cr)
HSN 9963 - Restaurant and food services classification code
ITC - Available only at 18% rate, not at 5% standalone rate

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Who Needs Restaurant GST Returns in Gurugram

Premium restaurants in DLF Cyber Hub and Golf Course Road. Multi-outlet chains. 5% GST. High-volume POS data. Swiggy/Zomato reconciliation for delivery orders.
Sector 29 restaurants and bars. 100+ F&B outlets. 5% GST on food. Liquor under state excise (not GST). Mixed billing requires careful segregation.
Photographers, graphic designers, and illustrators producing visual works - product photographs, marketing graphics, illustrations, architectural drawings, logos (as artistic works), and packaging designs. Artistic work copyright prevents unauthorized reproduction in Gurugram's competitive D2C and e-commerce market.
Hotel restaurants along NH-48 (Leela, Oberoi, Westin). 18% GST with ITC. Room tariff Rs 7,500+. Full ITC on ingredients, rent, equipment.
Film producers and video creators making documentaries, advertisements, corporate films, short films, and OTT content from Gurugram production houses. Cinematograph films have a specific registration process and Rs 5,000 fee.
Startups and companies wanting to build an IP portfolio for investor due diligence, M&A preparation, or licensing revenue. A documented copyright portfolio increases company valuation and demonstrates IP maturity.

8 Restaurant GST Return Services Included

Service	What We Do
Monthly GSTR-1 Filing	Dine-in, takeaway, catering, platform supplies. Rate classification (5%/18%). Operator GSTIN for Swiggy/Zomato.
Monthly GSTR-3B Filing	Output tax. ITC reconciliation (18% only). Zero ITC for 5%. Net tax payment. By 20th.
CMP-08 (Composition)	Quarterly return for small restaurants. Turnover and flat 1% tax. Up to Rs 1.5 crore. Simplified.
S9(5) Platform Reconciliation	Swiggy/Zomato settlement reports matched with GSTR-1. No double-reporting. Discrepancy resolution.
ITC Management (18%)	Full ITC for hotel restaurants. Ingredients, equipment, rent, utilities. GSTR-2B reconciliation.
Multi-Outlet and Rate Advisory	Separate GSTIN per outlet. 5% vs 18% classification. Composition vs regular scheme decision.
International Protection Advisory	Advising on Berne Convention coverage (181+ countries), WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT), and WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty (WPPT). No separate filing needed in Berne Convention countries.

Our Process

How Restaurant GST Filing Works: 5-Step Process

Our CA-led team handles 5%/18% rate classification, GSTR-1/3B, S9(5) Swiggy/Zomato reconciliation, composition CMP-08, and ITC management for Gurugram restaurants.

Step 1

Classify Rate and Scheme

5% standalone vs 18% hotel. Regular vs composition. Rate determines ITC eligibility and filing frequency.

Rate Set Classified

5% or 18% 01

Step 2

Compile Sales Data

POS data. Swiggy/Zomato reports. Catering invoices. Segregate food from liquor. Classify by rate.

POS Data Compiled

Sales Ready 02

Step 3

File GSTR-1 or CMP-08

Report outward supplies. Platform sales with operator GSTIN. Direct sales. By 11th (regular) or quarterly.

GSTR-1 Filed 11th Done

Reported 03

Step 4

File GSTR-3B and Pay Tax

Output tax. ITC claim (18% only). Zero ITC for 5%. Net tax. By 20th. NIL if no transactions.

3B Filed Tax Paid

Paid 04

Step 5

Reconcile Platform Data

Match Swiggy/Zomato settlement with GSTR-1. No double-reporting. Resolve discrepancies monthly.

Reconciled Matched

Platform OK 05

Step 6

Annual Return

GSTR-9 (regular) or GSTR-4 (composition). Reconcile with books. Annual compliance clean.

Annual Done Compliant

Clean 06

City Processing Note: Patron's Gurugram office serves 300+ restaurant clients with GST filing, rate classification, and platform reconciliation across Gurugram.

Documents Required for Restaurant GST Returns

POS Sales Data: Dine-in, takeaway, catering invoices. Platform vs direct sales segregation.
Platform Reports: Swiggy/Zomato settlement reports with S9(5) GST details.
Purchase Invoices: Ingredients, equipment, rent (for 18% ITC restaurants only).
Additional: Composition declaration (if applicable) | Hotel room tariff proof | Liquor vs food segregation.

5 Common Restaurant GST Challenges in Gurugram

Challenge	Impact	How Patron Accounting Solves It
ITC Claimed at 5% Rate	Restaurant at 5% GST claims ITC on purchases. Error: 5% = no ITC. Full reversal demand with interest	5% restaurants cannot claim ITC on anything. Zero ITC. If you need ITC, check if 18% applies (hotel, catering).
S9(5) Reconciliation Failure	Cloud kitchen reports Swiggy sales in GSTR-1 but Swiggy already deposited GST under S9(5). Double-reporting	Match platform settlement reports with GSTR-1. S9(5) supplies reported separately. No double GST payment.
Composition Scheme Violations	Restaurant under composition supplies inter-state (not allowed) or exceeds Rs 1.5 crore without switching	Monitor turnover. Switch to regular before crossing Rs 1.5 crore. No inter-state supply under composition.
Rate Misclassification	Hotel restaurant charges 5% when room tariff is Rs 7,500+. Should be 18%. Or vice versa. Incorrect rate = notice	Check room tariff quarterly. Rs 7,500+ = 18% with ITC. Below = 5% no ITC. Document classification basis.
Liquor Revenue Mixed with Food GST	Sector 29 bar includes liquor in GST invoices. Liquor is state excise not GST. Over-reporting GST turnover	Segregate food (GST) from liquor (state excise). Bill separately. Only food attracts GST. POS configuration.

Restaurant GST Return Fees in Gurugram 2026

Fee Component	Amount
Monthly GSTR-1 + GSTR-3B (Regular)	From Rs 2,499/month
Quarterly CMP-08 (Composition)	From Rs 1,999/quarter
Annual GSTR-9 / GSTR-4	Rs 3,000-8,000
S9(5) Platform Reconciliation	Rs 1,000-2,500/month (included in bundle)
Multi-Outlet (per additional GSTIN)	Rs 1,999-4,999/month
Rate Classification Advisory	Rs 2,000-5,000 (one-time)
Patron Accounting Professional Fees	INR 2,499 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

No government fee for filing. Late fee Rs 50/day. Professional fees cover POS data compilation, platform reconciliation, filing, and rate advisory.

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Restaurant GST Return Timeline

Stage	Estimated Timeline
GSTR-1 (Regular)	By 11th of following month
GSTR-3B (Regular)	By 20th of following month
CMP-08 (Composition)	18th of month after quarter end
GSTR-4 (Composition Annual)	By 30th April
GSTR-9 (Regular Annual)	By December 31
Platform Reconciliation	Before each GSTR-1 filing
Late Fee	Rs 50/day. 18% interest. 2 months = suspension

Note: GSTR-1 by 11th. GSTR-3B by 20th. CMP-08 quarterly. GSTR-4/9 annually Dec 31. Platform reconciliation before each filing.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Patron for Restaurant GST in Gurugram

Rate Classification

5% vs 18% advisory. Hotel room tariff check. Composition eligibility. Correct rate prevents ITC reversal demands.

S9(5) Reconciliation

Swiggy/Zomato settlement matched with GSTR-1. No double-reporting. Platform GST properly accounted.

ITC Management

Full ITC for 18% hotel restaurants. Ingredients, equipment, rent. GSTR-2B reconciliation. Zero ITC at 5%.

Composition Scheme

1% flat tax for small restaurants. CMP-08 quarterly. GSTR-4 annual. Simplified compliance under Rs 1.5 crore.

Multi-Outlet Filing

Separate returns per GSTIN. Chain restaurants across Cyber Hub, Sector 29, Golf Course Road. Consolidated management.

Liquor Segregation

Food GST vs liquor excise separated. POS configured correctly. Only food in GST returns. Clean billing.

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GST Rate Structure for Restaurants

Restaurant Type	GST Rate / ITC / Gurugram Context
Standalone (AC/non-AC)	5% (2.5%+2.5%). No ITC. Cyber Hub, Sector 29, Golf Course Road
Cloud Kitchen	5%. No ITC. Sohna Road, Udyog Vihar delivery kitchens
Hotel Restaurant (Rs 7,500+)	18% (9%+9%). Full ITC. NH-48 hotel corridor
Outdoor Catering	18%. ITC. Corporate catering for Cyber City
Composition Scheme	1% flat. No ITC. Small eateries under Rs 1.5 crore
Takeaway / Delivery	Same 5% as dine-in for all outlets

External Authority: GST Portal (gst.gov.in)

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Legal Framework for Restaurant GST

Restaurant GST is governed by the CGST Act 2017 and HGST Act 2017. Notification 11/2017-CT(R) prescribes rates. Section 9(5) makes Swiggy/Zomato liable for food delivery GST. Section 10 governs composition scheme for restaurants up to Rs 1.5 crore.

5% GST under Notification 11/2017 Entry 6(b): no ITC condition. 18% for hotel restaurants per Entry 7(ix): room tariff Rs 7,500+, full ITC. Composition at 1% under S10. Late fee S47: Rs 50/day. Interest S50: 18%.

India's membership in the Berne Convention (1886, India joined 1928), the Universal Copyright Convention, and TRIPS (WTO) ensures international recognition. The WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT) and WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty (WPPT) provide additional protections for digital rights. Copyright registration with the Copyright Office at GST Portal (gst.gov.in) is administered by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). IP enforcement in Gurugram falls under the jurisdiction of the Delhi High Court.

FAQs - Restaurant GST Returns in Gurugram

Answers to common questions about restaurant GST returns including 5% vs 18% rates, Swiggy/Zomato S9(5), composition scheme, and ITC for Gurugram restaurants.

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What is the GST rate for restaurants in Gurugram?

Standalone restaurants (AC or non-AC, dine-in or takeaway) pay 5% GST (2.5% CGST plus 2.5% SGST) without ITC. Hotel restaurants where room tariff is Rs 7,500 or above pay 18% GST with full ITC. Cloud kitchens pay the same 5% as regular restaurants. Composition scheme restaurants pay 1% flat on turnover.

How much does restaurant GST filing cost?

Monthly GSTR-1 plus 3B from Rs 2,499 per month. Composition CMP-08 from Rs 1,999 per quarter. Annual GSTR-9 or GSTR-4: Rs 3,000-8,000. Multi-outlet per additional GSTIN: Rs 1,999-4,999 per month. Annual bundle from Rs 29,999. Call +91 945 945 6700 for a detailed quote.

How does Swiggy and Zomato GST work under Section 9(5)?

Total timeline: 2-6 months. Filing and Diary Number: immediate. Mandatory 30-day objection waiting period: 1 month. Reconcile Platform Data: 1-3 months. Certificate issuance: after examination approval. If a third-party objection is filed, the timeline extends by 2-4 months for hearing and resolution.

Can restaurants claim ITC at 5% GST?

No. Restaurants paying 5% GST cannot claim Input Tax Credit on any purchases whatsoever, including ingredients, rent, equipment, or utilities. The 5% rate is specifically conditioned on non-availment of ITC. ITC is only available at the 18% rate applicable to hotel restaurants (room tariff Rs 7,500+) and outdoor catering services.

What is the composition scheme for restaurants?

Available for restaurants with aggregate turnover up to Rs 1.5 crore under Section 10 of the CGST Act. Flat 1% tax on turnover (0.5% CGST plus 0.5% SGST). Quarterly CMP-08 filing and annual GSTR-4. No ITC available. Cannot make inter-state supplies. Simplified compliance for small eateries and dhabas in Gurugram.

Do cloud kitchens in Gurugram pay different GST?

No. Cloud kitchens pay the same 5% GST as regular standalone restaurants under HSN 9963. They are classified as restaurant service providers regardless of being delivery-only. They must file GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B monthly. Platform reconciliation with Swiggy and Zomato is critical because cloud kitchens typically have 100% platform-mediated sales.

What are the penalties for late restaurant GST filing?

Rs 50 per day late fee (Rs 25 CGST plus Rs 25 SGST), capped at Rs 5,000 per return under Section 47. Plus 18% interest per annum on any outstanding tax under Section 50. Missing GSTR-3B for 2 consecutive months triggers GSTIN suspension, halting all restaurant operations including billing and e-way bills.

Quick Answers

Restaurant ka GST kitna hai? Standalone: 5% bina ITC. Hotel (room Rs 7,500+): 18% with ITC. Cloud kitchen: 5%. Composition: 1% on turnover.

Swiggy/Zomato pe GST kaun bharta hai? S9(5) ke tahat platform collect aur deposit karta hai 5% GST. Restaurant ko GSTR-1 mein report karna hota hai.

Cloud kitchen ka GST alag hai? Nahi, 5% GST - regular restaurant jaisa. GSTR-1/3B monthly. Platform reconciliation zaroori hai.

Why Restaurant GST Returns Matter in Gurugram

Every missed return deadline costs Rs 50/day in late fees under S47 plus 18% interest under S50. Restaurants incorrectly claiming ITC at 5% face full reversal demands. From July 2025, returns older than three years cannot be filed. GST Commissionerate Gurugram is scrutinising Swiggy/Zomato reconciliation data. File on time, classify correctly, and reconcile platform reports.

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GST return filing for restaurants in Gurugram covers rate classification (5%/18%), monthly GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B, Section 9(5) Swiggy/Zomato reconciliation, composition CMP-08, ITC management, and multi-outlet compliance for Gurugram's restaurant ecosystem.

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Content Created: 02 April 2026 | Last Updated: 02 April 2026 | Next Review: 02 October 2026 | Reviewed By: CA & CS Team, Patron Accounting LLP

This page is reviewed quarterly for accuracy. CGST Act restaurant provisions, GST rates, S9(5) rules, composition scheme, and ITC eligibility are verified against current notifications. Gurugram restaurant landscape is validated with each review.