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GST Returns for SEZ in Gurugram: Zero-Rated Supply, LUT, and Refund Compliance

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Documents: SEZ endorsement, LUT copy, IGST invoices, authorized operation documents, dual GSTIN records

Fees: SEZ unit: from Rs 3,000/month. DTA supplier: from Rs 3,000/month. IGST refund: from Rs 4,999

Eligibility: SEZ units, SEZ developers, and DTA suppliers making supplies to Gurugram SEZs

Timeline: GSTR-1: by 11th. GSTR-3B: by 20th. LUT: before FY start. IGST refund: within 2 years

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We operate in DLF Cyber City SEZ and have a DTA office on Golf Course Road. Patron manages both GSTINs, files separate returns, and ensures no transaction mixing. Zero notices in 4 years of dual registration.
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DTA supplier to 3 Gurugram SEZs. Patron files our zero-rated GSTR-1 with Table 6A every month. LUT renewal handled automatically. Endorsed supply certificates compiled for every transaction. IGST refund when we choose that route.
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Why SEZ GST Returns Matter in Gurugram

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

Supplies to SEZ units and developers are zero-rated under Section 16 of the IGST Act 2017. DTA suppliers can supply under LUT without IGST or pay IGST and claim refund. SEZ units need separate GSTIN and file GSTR-1, GSTR-3B monthly, GSTR-9 annually. Services imported by SEZ for authorized operations are exempt under Notification 18/2017-IT(R). LUT filed annually in Form RFD-11. Gurugram hosts 28 notified SEZs.

ParameterDetail
Governing LawIGST Act S16 (zero-rated) | SEZ Act 2005 | CGST Act S25 (dual GSTIN) | Notif 18/2017-IT(R)
RegistryCopyright Office, DPIIT (GST Portal (gst.gov.in)). Registrar of Copyrights
FormGSTR-1 Table 6A/6B | GSTR-3B | RFD-11 (LUT) | RFD-01 (IGST refund) | GSTR-9
Categories (S13)Literary (including software), Artistic, Musical, Dramatic, Cinematograph Films, Sound Recordings
ValidityLiterary/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)
InternationalBerne Convention membership: recognized in 181+ countries automatically
Fees 2026Individuals: Rs 500 (literary/artistic), Rs 2,000 (sound). Companies: Rs 2,000. Software: Rs 4,000. Films: Rs 5,000

Gurugram hosts 28 notified SEZs - the highest concentration in Haryana. DLF Cyber City SEZ hosts major tech companies. ASF Insignia SEZ attracts export-oriented IT. Candor TechSpace serves IT/ITES. DTA suppliers across Golf Course Road, Udyog Vihar, and Sohna Road service these SEZs. For comprehensive information about SEZ GST returns across India, visit our national service page.

LUT for FY 2026-27 must be filed by March 31, 2026. Missing = upfront IGST on all SEZ supplies. IGST refund claims expire in 2 years. Endorsed supply documentation under increasing scrutiny. You will also need GST registration (separate for SEZ) and monthly GST return filing for complete compliance.

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What Are GST Returns for SEZ

GST returns for SEZ are periodic declarations filed by SEZ units, developers, and DTA suppliers reporting zero-rated supplies, inter-state supplies, ITC, and refund claims under Section 16 of the IGST Act 2017. SEZs are outside customs territory for supply purposes.

DTA suppliers have two options: supply under LUT without IGST and claim ITC refund, or pay IGST and claim full IGST refund. Both require accurate GSTR-1 Table 6A/6B reporting and GSTR-3B classification.

SEZ to DTA clearances attract IGST as inter-state supply. Separate GSTIN mandatory for SEZ. For complete SEZ compliance, pair with GST refund services and GST registration.

Key Terms for Copyright Registration:

  • Table 6A/6B - GSTR-1 tables for zero-rated SEZ supply reporting
  • Zero-Rated - 0% GST on supplies to SEZ under S16 IGST
  • LUT (RFD-11) - Annual LUT for supply without IGST payment
  • DTA - Domestic Tariff Area outside SEZ boundaries
  • Endorsed Supply - SEZ authority confirmation for authorized operations
© Copyright Registration
GST Portal / SEZ Online SEZ Compliance

Who Needs SEZ GST Returns in Gurugram

  • SEZ units in DLF Cyber City SEZ. Separate GSTIN. Monthly GSTR-1/3B. Zero-rated inward from DTA. IGST on DTA clearances. IT/ITES export services.
  • DTA suppliers to Gurugram SEZs. IT vendors, infrastructure providers, service companies supplying to SEZ units. LUT or IGST route. Table 6A/6B reporting.
  • 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.
  • IT companies with dual presence (SEZ + DTA) on Golf Course Road and Cyber City. Separate GSTINs and returns for each registration. Common in Gurugram.
  • 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 SEZ GST Return Services Included

ServiceWhat We Do
Monthly GSTR-1 + GSTR-3B (SEZ)SEZ unit returns with zero-rated inward, DTA clearances (IGST), export supplies. Proper classification.
DTA Supplier Zero-Rated FilingGSTR-1 Table 6A (LUT) or 6B (IGST). GSTR-3B with zero-rated adjustments. Endorsed supply matching.
LUT Filing (Form RFD-11)Annual LUT before FY start. Renewal. Zero-rated without IGST. Missing deadline = cash flow disruption.
IGST Refund (Form RFD-01)Refund for IGST paid on SEZ supplies. Endorsed certificates. 2-year limitation. 90% provisional.
Dual GSTIN ManagementSeparate filing for SEZ and DTA registrations. No mixing of transactions. Separate books and returns.
Annual Return + E-Way BillGSTR-9 annual. E-way bill for goods movement DTA-SEZ (above Rs 50,000). Endorsed supply documentation.
International Protection AdvisoryAdvising 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 SEZ GST Filing Works: 5-Step Process

Our CA-led team handles SEZ unit returns, DTA supplier zero-rated filing, LUT management, IGST refund, and dual GSTIN coordination for Gurugram SEZ businesses.

Step 1

Classify SEZ Transaction

DTA to SEZ (zero-rated), SEZ to DTA (IGST), intra-SEZ, inter-SEZ, or export. Classification determines filing.

Classified SEZ/DTA
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Transaction 01
Step 2

File LUT Annually

Form RFD-11 before FY start. Enables zero-rated without IGST. Annual renewal. March 31 deadline.

LUT Filed RFD-11 OK
LUT Ready 02
Step 3

File GSTR-1 with SEZ Tables

Table 6A (LUT route) or 6B (IGST route). DTA clearances in Table 4. Endorsed supply details. By 11th.

GSTR-1 Filed Table 6A/6B
SUBMITTED
Reported 03
Step 4

File GSTR-3B

Output tax. ITC. Zero-rated adjustments. IGST on DTA clearances. Separate SEZ and DTA returns. By 20th.

3B Filed Separated
30 DAYS
Paid 04
Step 5

Apply for Refund if Applicable

RFD-01 for IGST refund or ITC refund. Endorsed supply certificates. Bank proof. Within 2-year window.

RFD-01 Refund
Applied 05
Step 6

Annual Return and Compliance

GSTR-9 annual. Dual GSTIN reconciliation. Endorsement documentation archive. LUT renewal. Ongoing compliance.

Annual Done Compliant
REGISTERED
Clean 06

City Processing Note: Patron's Gurugram office handles SEZ GST returns, LUT filing, IGST refund, and dual GSTIN management for SEZ units and DTA suppliers across Gurugram.

Documents Required for SEZ GST Returns

  • SEZ Endorsement: Authorized operation endorsement from SEZ authority for each supply.
  • LUT Copy: Current year Form RFD-11. Valid LUT for zero-rated supply without IGST.
  • IGST Invoices: Tax invoices for IGST-paid SEZ supplies (if IGST route chosen).
  • Additional: Dual GSTIN records | E-way bills | DC approval | Bank realization proof (for refund).

5 Common SEZ GST Challenges in Gurugram

ChallengeImpactHow Patron Accounting Solves It
Dual GSTIN SEZ/DTA Mix-upIT company operates in SEZ and DTA. Mixing transactions in one GSTIN triggers notices from CommissionerateMaintain separate GSTINs, books, and returns for SEZ and DTA. No cross-contamination of transactions.
Endorsed Supply Documentation GapDTA supplier fails to obtain SEZ endorsement. Zero-rated treatment denied. Full IGST liability plus interestObtain and retain endorsement from SEZ authority for every supply. Without endorsement, zero-rated denied.
IGST Refund Documentation IncompleteDTA supplier files RFD-01 but missing endorsed certificates. Processing delayed. 2-year limitation approachingCompile all invoices, endorsed certificates, and bank proof before filing. 2-year clock is non-negotiable.
LUT Renewal MissedSEZ unit misses March 31 LUT deadline. Must pay IGST on all supplies until new LUT filed. Cash flow hitFile LUT by March 31 every year. Set reminder 30 days before. Missing = IGST payable on all zero-rated supplies.
SEZ to DTA Clearance MisclassificationSEZ unit sells to DTA but reports as zero-rated. Error: SEZ to DTA = inter-state IGST. Demand notice issuedSEZ to DTA = IGST. Only DTA to SEZ and exports are zero-rated. Classify correctly in GSTR-1.

SEZ GST Return Fees in Gurugram 2026

Fee ComponentAmount
SEZ Unit Monthly GSTR-1 + GSTR-3BFrom Rs 3,000/month per GSTIN
DTA Supplier Zero-Rated FilingFrom Rs 3,000/month
Dual GSTIN Management (SEZ + DTA)From Rs 5,000/month
LUT Filing (Annual)Rs 1,000-2,000
IGST Refund Application (RFD-01)From Rs 4,999
Annual GSTR-9 (SEZ)Rs 5,000-12,000
Patron Accounting Professional FeesINR 3,000 (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. Professional fees cover SEZ classification, return filing, LUT management, and refund application. Dual GSTIN pricing per registration.

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SEZ GST Return Timeline

StageEstimated Timeline
GSTR-1 (SEZ/DTA)By 11th of following month
GSTR-3B (SEZ/DTA)By 20th of following month
LUT (Form RFD-11)Before start of each financial year (March 31)
IGST Refund (RFD-01)Within 2 years from relevant date
GSTR-9 AnnualBy December 31
E-Way BillBefore goods movement DTA-SEZ (above Rs 50,000)
Endorsed SupplyPer transaction from SEZ authority

Note: GSTR-1 by 11th. GSTR-3B by 20th. LUT by March 31 annually. IGST refund within 2 years. Endorsed supply maintained per transaction.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Patron for SEZ GST in Gurugram

Zero-Rated Filing

DTA to SEZ at 0%. Table 6A/6B. Endorsed supply documentation. Correct classification every transaction.

LUT Management

Annual RFD-11 before March 31. Renewal tracking. Missing = IGST on all supplies. Automated reminders.

IGST Refund

RFD-01 filing for IGST paid on SEZ supplies. Endorsed certificates. 2-year tracking. 90% provisional.

Dual GSTIN

Separate returns for SEZ and DTA registrations. No transaction mixing. Independent compliance tracks.

Endorsed Supply

SEZ authority endorsement per supply. Documentation maintained. Audit-ready. Without = zero-rated denied.

28 SEZ Coverage

DLF Cyber City, ASF Insignia, Candor TechSpace, Sohna Road SEZs. All Gurugram SEZ clusters covered.

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SEZ Transaction Classification

TransactionGST Treatment / Return Reporting / Gurugram Context
DTA to SEZ (authorized ops)Zero-rated (0%). GSTR-1 Table 6A/6B. IT vendors to DLF Cyber City SEZ
SEZ to DTA clearanceIGST (inter-state). GSTR-1 Table 4. SEZ unit selling to Gurugram DTA
Intra-SEZ supplyZero-rated. GSTR-1 separate line. Between units in same SEZ
Inter-SEZ supplyZero-rated. GSTR-1. DLF Cyber City SEZ to ASF Insignia SEZ
Import into SEZExempt (authorized ops). No GST. Foreign goods/services into SEZ
SEZ services exportZero-rated. GSTR-1 + LUT. IT/ITES export from Gurugram SEZ units

External Authority: GST Portal (gst.gov.in) | SEZ Online System

Related Services

Legal Framework for SEZ GST

SEZ GST is governed by Section 16 of the IGST Act 2017 (zero-rated supply), the SEZ Act 2005, and the CGST Act 2017. Notification 18/2017-IT(R) exempts services imported by SEZ for authorized operations. Rule 89 governs refund computation.

Section 25 CGST Act: separate GSTIN mandatory for SEZ and DTA. LUT (Form RFD-11): annual filing before FY start. Section 54: 2-year limitation for IGST refund. E-way bill: mandatory for goods movement DTA-SEZ above Rs 50,000.

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 - SEZ GST Returns in Gurugram

Answers to common questions about SEZ GST returns including zero-rated supply, LUT, IGST refund, and dual GSTIN for Gurugram SEZ businesses.

Quick Answers

SEZ mein supply pe GST lagta hai? Nahi - SEZ ko supply zero-rated hai S16 IGST Act. LUT file karke bina IGST supply kar sakte hain.

SEZ unit ko alag GSTIN chahiye? Haan. SEZ aur DTA ke liye alag-alag GSTIN mandatory hai S25 CGST Act.

SEZ se DTA mein bhejne par? IGST lagega - inter-state supply maani jaati hai. Zero-rated sirf DTA se SEZ ko hai.

Why SEZ GST Returns Matter in Gurugram

LUT for FY 2026-27 must be filed by March 31, 2026. Missing this means IGST payable on all zero-rated supplies until filed. IGST refund claims within 2 years or permanently lost. GST Commissionerate Gurugram and DC NSEZ are increasing scrutiny on endorsed supply documentation. File on time, maintain endorsements, renew LUT annually.

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GST return filing for SEZ in Gurugram covers zero-rated supply compliance, dual GSTIN management, LUT filing, endorsed supply documentation, and IGST refund claims for 28 notified SEZs across DLF Cyber City, ASF Insignia, Candor TechSpace, and the Sohna Road corridor.

Patron Accounting's Gurugram office on Golf Course Extension Road provides end-to-end SEZ GST compliance including monthly returns, LUT management, refund applications, and dual GSTIN coordination for SEZ units and DTA suppliers across Gurugram.

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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. IGST Act SEZ provisions, zero-rated supply rules, LUT requirements, refund procedures, and endorsed supply documentation standards are verified against current notifications. Gurugram SEZ landscape (28 notified SEZs) is validated with each review.

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