GST Articles

A Typing Error, A Genuine Export: Law Restored Balance

Raj Jaggi 27 March 2026 at 09:25

GST refund denied due to a minor GSTR-1 error? The Supreme Court in Ruhi Siraj Makda v. Union of India (2026) upholds exporters’ rights, ruling that clerical mistakes cannot override genuine exports and IGST payments.

Why Your GSTR-3B Won't File: Common Culprits and Easy Fixes

Goldy Boldy 26 March 2026 at 09:54

Struggling to submit GSTR-3B on the GST portal? Discover common reasons like unconfirmed liability breakup, unsaved data, validation errors, ledger mismatches, and portal glitches plus quick fixes to resolve filing issues smoothly and avoid last-minute stress.

The Thin Line Between "Supply For Export" And "Export Of Goods" Under GST

Raj Jaggi 25 March 2026 at 09:40

Not every supply linked to foreign movement qualifies as an export under GST. The Andhra Pradesh High Court clarifies that only the transaction directly causing goods to leave India earns zero-rated export status, highlighting the crucial distinction between "supply for export" and "export of goods."

No Supply, No GST: Lessons From An Arbitral Award

Raj Jaggi 24 March 2026 at 09:51

GST applies only when there is a "supply," not merely movement of money. This analysis explains why arbitral awards, refunds, and compensatory interest from pre-GST contracts may fall outside GST, highlighting key provisions of the CGST Act and principles of taxability.

12% or 18%? The GST Royalty Dilemma

Raj Jaggi 23 March 2026 at 09:48

A practical GST insight on royalty payments to authorsexploring classification, reverse charge mechanism and why the correct rate is 18%, not 12%.

The 8-8-8 Rule: A Timeless Philosophy Of Balance For The GST Professional In An Age Of Excess

Raj Jaggi 20 March 2026 at 10:51

The 8-8-8 rule offers a timeless blueprint for balanced living: 8 hours of focused work, 8 hours of restorative sleep, and 8 hours for personal life, relationships and joy.

GST First Appeal Pre-Deposit Explained: Why DRC-03 Is Not Enough & How DRC-03A Fixes It

CA Varun Gupta 20 March 2026 at 09:13

Practical guide to GST appeal filing under Section 107, explaining pre-deposit rules, DRC-03 payment issues, and the role of Form DRC-03A in ensuring proper adjustment against demand orders.

Certificate of ITC Reversal by the Recipient of Goods and Services

Rajagopal K 20 March 2026 at 09:13

Certificate format for ITC reversal by recipients under Section 34 & 15(3)(b) of CGST/TNGST Act, 2017, including compliance, credit notes and latest GST circular updates.

From Practice To Mandate: Understanding The New ISD Regime Under GST

Raj Jaggi 19 March 2026 at 09:48

Understand how AAYRA LIMITED manages multi-state GST operations through centralized procurement, the mandatory ISD framework from April 2025, and its impact on ITC distribution, compliance and business efficiency.

From Clicks To Compliance: Taxing Digital Services Under GST (OIDAR Services)

Raj Jaggi 18 March 2026 at 09:30

Explore how India bridges the gap in taxing the borderless digital economy through OIDAR provisions under the IGST Act, 2017. Learn about cross-border GST rules, Finance Act 2023 amendments, place of supply and tax liability for foreign digital service providers.