With the introduction of Service Tax Preparer Scheme (SRTP), it was necessary to amend Form ST-3 (Half Yearly Service Tax Return Form) to get the same authenticated by the SRTP if it is prepared by an SRTP.

Accordingly, notifications no. 10/2009 ST dated 17-3-2009 issued to insert new serial no. 8 after serial number 7.

Otherwise, ST-3 form is same as it was before.

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SRTP authentication requirement added for service tax half-yearly returns, mandating preparer attestation when prepared by SRTP. Amendment requires authentication by the Service Tax Preparer Scheme practitioner when the half yearly service tax return is prepared by such a practitioner; a new serial entry was inserted into Form ST 3 for SRTP authentication while the remainder of the form remains unchanged.