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# How can I download GSTR e return as per Govt. Template or using the GST offline tool utility?

To generate GSTR 1 e return as per Govt Template need to follow below steps:
Step 1:Go to Display, then click on GST Reports.
Step 2: Under GST reports, Click on [Gst Returns](https://busy.in/gst/gst-returns/), there you will get the option GSTR 1 e return.
Step 3: After clicking on [GTSR 1](https://busy.in/gst/how-to-file-gstr-1-from-busy/) e return option, click on As per Govt Template and make Yes to generate report.
Step 4: Then Select the return period and then mark options accordingly.
Step 5: Then it will ask for e return Template File Path and E return File Path.
Step 5: Then, go to chrome browser and open website gst.gov.in .
Step 6: Click on Download then choose offline tools and download Returns offline tool.
Step 7: After downloading gst offline tool, extract the folder and copy it s data directory.
Step 8: Go to BUSY again and paste data directory in the e return template path.
Step 9: Then select a blank folder in E return file path.
Step 10: Then press OK and check the transaction error and then click on Proceed.
Note : Generating GSTR 1 e return as per Govt template takes time to generate. So kindly wait till it s prompt for successfull generation

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