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GST Exemption Allowed on Examination Services as Educational Board Treated as Institution

February 23, 2026 660 Views 0 comment Print

The AAR held that services like printing, result processing, and online form filling for examinations are exempt under Notification 12/2017, after the Supreme Court clarified that even service recipients can seek advance rulings.

GST on Paper Bags at 18% Since Not Covered Under 5% Entry for Biodegradable Bags

February 23, 2026 1050 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority held that ordinary paper bags under Heading 4819 do not qualify for the 5% rate meant for Paper Sacks/Bags and bio-degradable bags. As the products were not shown to be biodegradable, GST at 18% under Entry 185 was upheld.

Draft Income Tax Rule 26 – Cases Where Payments Exceeding ₹10,000 Per Day May Be Made Otherwise Than by Specified Banking or Electronic Modes Under Rule 48

February 23, 2026 618 Views 0 comment Print

Rule 26 clarifies when payments exceeding ₹10,000 in cash will not face disallowance under sections 36(4) and 36(5). It outlines specific institutional, agricultural, employee, and banking-related exemptions.

Compostability Certification Not Enough; 5% GST Applies Only If Bags Are Biodegradable: Rajasthan AAR

February 23, 2026 927 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority held plastic compostable bags classifiable under HSN 3923 29 90, and clarified that 5% GST under Notification 9/2025 applies only if goods are genuinely biodegradable.

GST Advance Ruling Rejected as Search & Seizure Issues Fall Outside Section 97 Scope

February 23, 2026 285 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority held that questions relating to GST search, seizure, confiscation, and penalties are not covered under Section 97(2) of the CGST Act. As such matters fall outside advance ruling jurisdiction, the application was rejected.

GST AAR Declines Application Since Matter Already Decided by Adjudicating Authority

February 23, 2026 297 Views 0 comment Print

In re Bhagvan Tirthani (GST AAR Rajasthan) The Rajasthan Authority for Advance Ruling considered an application filed by an unregistered applicant seeking rulings under Section 97(2)(e) and (f) of the CGST/RGST Act, 2017 regarding tax liability and requirement of registration . The applicant submitted that his turnover was below the GST registration threshold and alleged […]

No GST Credit on Tailing Dam Height Increase Since It Is Not Plant & Machinery: AAR Rajasthan

February 23, 2026 315 Views 0 comment Print

Rajasthan AAR ruled that a tailing dam used for hazardous waste disposal is an immovable civil structure, not plant and machinery. ITC on works contract and related goods was held to be blocked under Section 17(5)(c) and (d).

AAR Rajasthan Clarifies HSN Codes for Customized Photo Products

February 23, 2026 294 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority determined correct HSN classifications for UV printed acrylic photo frames, wall clocks, and MDF keychains, emphasizing tariff notes and material-based classification.

CIT(A) Cannot Dismiss Appeal for Non-Payment of Advance Tax in Reassessment: ITAT Indore

February 23, 2026 801 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Indore held that Section 249(4)(b) does not apply in reassessment proceedings where no advance tax obligation arises. The dismissal of appeal without examining merits was set aside and the matter remanded for fresh adjudication.

Appeal Cannot Be Dismissed for Non-Payment of Advance Tax Where No Taxable Income Exists: ITAT Raipur

February 23, 2026 342 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Raipur held that Section 249(4)(b) applies only where advance tax was legally payable. In absence of taxable income and advance tax liability, dismissal of appeal was set aside and matter restored for decision on merits.

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