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GSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B: What’s the Difference and Which One Do You File First?

Goods and Services Tax : The issue concerns confusion regarding the purpose and sequencing of GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B filings. The key takeaway is that GSTR-1 s...

June 12, 2026 33 Views 0 comment Print

Why GST Authorities Cannot Retain Redemption Fine After Dropping Section 130 Penalty

Goods and Services Tax : This analysis explains why a redemption fine under Section 130(2) cannot be sustained once authorities conclude that Section 130 l...

June 12, 2026 186 Views 0 comment Print

Can Section 74 Be Invoked for Form 26AS & GSTR-1 Mismatches?

Goods and Services Tax : The article questions the use of Section 74 for mere reconciliation differences between Form 26AS and GSTR-1. The key takeaway is ...

June 12, 2026 1695 Views 0 comment Print

Section 122(1A), Penalty on Partners & Double Jeopardy Debate: Is Article 20(2) Really Irrelevant?

Goods and Services Tax : The debate examines why GST penalties under Section 122(1A) may survive a direct challenge under Article 20(2). The key takeaway i...

June 11, 2026 327 Views 0 comment Print

Gauhati HC Quashes GST Registration Cancellation as REG-31 Notice Was Not Issued

Goods and Services Tax : The Court held that cancellation proceedings for Rule 10A violations must be initiated through FORM GST REG-31, which grants thirt...

June 11, 2026 156 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Representation on procedural issues in filing of appeals before GSTAT

Goods and Services Tax : The Rajasthan GSTAT Bar has urged the Tribunal to adopt a pragmatic approach by accepting pre-deposits made through the Electronic...

June 11, 2026 708 Views 0 comment Print

Haryana Tops GST Growth Rankings Due to Strong Compliance & Enforcement Drive

Goods and Services Tax : Haryana recorded the highest State GST growth rate in India at 22% in May 2026. The achievement is attributed to strong tax admini...

June 6, 2026 303 Views 0 comment Print

Issue GSTAT FAQ as Filing Procedures Continue to Cause Confusion: MGATBA

Goods and Services Tax : Practitioners are reportedly following different methods while completing GSTAT appeal forms because of inadequate guidance. The r...

June 4, 2026 3003 Views 1 comment Print

CA Certificate Format for Non-Requirement of GST Registration for Securities Trading

Goods and Services Tax : The certificate clarifies that dealing and investment in securities are outside the scope of GST. Companies engaged solely in secu...

May 22, 2026 840 Views 0 comment Print

Representation on ITC denial for supplier defaults, Rule 37A & 180-day reversal

Goods and Services Tax : Representation addressed to Union Finance Minister, GST Council and CBIC seeks legislative and administrative relief for bona fide...

May 11, 2026 5271 Views 1 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Consolidated GST SCN for Six Years Unsustainable: Kerala HC

Goods and Services Tax : The Kerala High Court set aside a consolidated notice issued for FY 2019-20 to 2024-25. It held that separate notices must be issu...

June 11, 2026 153 Views 0 comment Print

Coercive GST Recovery Stayed as Section 73 Demand Sought to Override Sanctioned Refund Orders: Orissa HC

Goods and Services Tax : The Court granted interim protection after observing that proceedings under Section 73 appeared to nullify refund orders sanctione...

June 11, 2026 81 Views 0 comment Print

Partners Liable for GST Penalty if They Benefited from Tax Evasion: Gauhati HC

Goods and Services Tax : The Gauhati High Court held that partners who retained benefits from GST violations and acted behind such transactions can be pena...

June 11, 2026 120 Views 0 comment Print

ITC Cannot Be Denied Merely Due to Supplier’s Failure to Deposit GST: Gauhati HC

Goods and Services Tax : The Court held that denial of input tax credit cannot be justified solely because the selling dealer failed to deposit tax, where ...

June 11, 2026 474 Views 0 comment Print

Orissa HC Directs GSTAT Appeal as Tribunal Became Functional & Filing Timelines Were Extended

Goods and Services Tax : The Court held that writ petitions need not continue once the GSTAT becomes operational and statutory appeal timelines are availab...

June 11, 2026 114 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


GSTAT Committee Proposes Rule Changes to Ease Appeals

Goods and Services Tax : The Committee recommended replacing daily cause lists with weekly schedules and permitting supplementary lists when necessary. The...

June 12, 2026 33 Views 0 comment Print

GSTN Extends Timeline for ‘Ship To GSTIN’ & E-Way Bill Closure Implementation

Goods and Services Tax : GSTN has postponed the implementation of mandatory "Ship To GSTIN" capture and voluntary E-Way Bill closure to 1 August 2026. The ...

June 9, 2026 12042 Views 0 comment Print

Gross and Net GST revenue collections for the month of May, 2026

Goods and Services Tax : Gross GST collections reached ₹1.94 lakh crore in May 2026, registering 3.2% growth. The increase was driven largely by a 19.1% ...

June 1, 2026 639 Views 0 comment Print

West Bengal Clarifies E-Way Bill Requirement as Intra-State Goods Above Rs. 50000 Need Mandatory Compliance from June 2026

Goods and Services Tax : The West Bengal GST Department ruled that intra-State movement of goods related to job work remains exempt from e-way bill generat...

May 25, 2026 4473 Views 0 comment Print

GSTN Advisory on Enhancements in e-Way Bill (EWB) Portal

Goods and Services Tax : GSTN has announced mandatory capture of Ship-To GSTIN in Bill-To/Ship-To transactions under the EWB system. The change aims to imp...

May 21, 2026 18441 Views 0 comment Print


Application’s common-portal filing date is “relevant” when construing limitation

November 14, 2022 957 Views 0 comment Print

HC ruled that date of filing of application by assessee on common portal would be treated as date of filing of claim for refund to satisfaction of requirement of Section 54 of CGST Act and Rule 89 of CGST Rules.

Deposit in Electronic Cash Ledger prior to due date of GSTR 3B filing not amount to discharge of tax liability 

November 14, 2022 8232 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the legal perspective on depositing funds in the Electronic Cash Ledger before the due date of GSTR 3B filing. The article explores the recent judgment by the Hon’ble High Court of Jharkhand in the case of M/s. RSB Transmissions (India) Limited vs. Union of India, addressing whether such deposits amount to the discharge of tax liability. Understand the implications, reasoning, and the court’s stance on interest levied for delayed filing of GSTR-3B in such situations. Stay informed and navigate the complexities of GST regulations.

‘Sufficient Balance’ not required in Electronic Credit Ledger in order to block ITC due to ineligibility under Rule 86A

November 14, 2022 3231 Views 1 comment Print

Learn from the Calcutta High Court ruling on Rule 86A of CGST Rules. Sufficient balance in Electronic Credit Ledger not needed to block ITC for ineligibility.

GST Compliance Rating

November 14, 2022 18549 Views 1 comment Print

Understand the GST Compliance Rating system with statutory provisions and benefits. Learn about criteria, steps, and impact on businesses. Ensure timely filing and payment for a higher rating.

GST Council Newsletter for the month of October, 2022

November 14, 2022 2472 Views 0 comment Print

GST Council Secretariat, New Delhi  MESSAGE It is heartening to see the buoyancy in revenue collection for the past eight months where the monthly GST revenue collections were reported above 1.4 lakh crores. The revenue collection for the month of October, 2022 stood at 1,51,718 crore indicating a 16.6% year-on-year rise as well being the […]

Overview of QRMP Scheme under GST

November 14, 2022 23304 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock the benefits of GST with the Quarterly Return Monthly Payment (QRMP) Scheme. Discover eligibility criteria, details of outward supplies filing, monthly tax payment options, and simplified quarterly return filing. Don’t miss the opportunity to streamline your GST compliance and enjoy ease of doing business.

CST: Open Purchase Orders are ‘standing offers’ & not confirmed ‘agreement to sell’

November 14, 2022 1629 Views 0 comment Print

Karnataka High Court held that Open Purchase Orders are only standing offers and do not constitute a confirmed ‘Agreement to sell’ and movement of goods are mere stock transfers.

Scope & ambit of intermediary service is same under service tax & GST regime

November 14, 2022 2427 Views 0 comment Print

HC held that there is no change in legal position i.e. scope and ambit of intermediary services under service tax regime vis-a-vis the GST regime hence Master Services Sub-contracting agreement which continues to operate since 2013 cannot be treated differently at different period.

Last opportunity to avail Transitional Credit in GST is by Nov 30, 2022

November 14, 2022 7359 Views 1 comment Print

Act now! Last chance to claim Transitional Credit in GST ends on Nov 30, 2022. Understand the process, challenges, and guidelines for filing/ revising TRAN forms. Supreme Court allows a final window till 30th Nov. Get insights into Circular No. 180/12/2022 and Circular No. 182/14/2022-GST for filing and verification procedures. Ensure compliance and maximize your transitional credit benefits.

Taxability of Advance Receipt under GST Regime

November 13, 2022 134229 Views 6 comments Print

As per section 7 read with section 12 and section 13 of CGST Act, 2017, advance receipts for supply of goods or services or both are liable to tax at the time of receipt of such advances even if original supply of goods or services or both is yet to be supply.

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