ITC being temporarily reversed and accumulation

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lovedream (Querist)
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11 March 2025 What are the implications if, due to certain situations, ITC is being temporarily reversed and the same is kept therein without being permanently reversed or reclaimed lateron ??

Asha Kanta Sharma

Asha Kanta Sharma (Expert)
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12 August 2025 When ITC (Input Tax Credit) is temporarily reversed but neither permanently reversed nor reclaimed later, here’s what happens and the implications:

What does "temporarily reversed" mean?
It usually means ITC is reversed in the books or GST returns (like in GSTR-3B Table 4B, or on the portal) but the taxpayer hasn’t yet either:

Permanently given up the ITC by paying tax on it (making it ineligible), or

Claimed it back (reclaimed) after fulfilling certain conditions.

Implications of keeping ITC "temporarily reversed" without further action:
ITC Accumulation in Electronic Credit Ledger:

The reversed ITC amount will show as a debit in the Electronic Credit Ledger (under ITC reversal) but remains blocked from utilization until either reclaimed or permanently reversed.

This causes an artificial inflation of blocked ITC in the credit ledger.

No Utilization Allowed:

You cannot use or utilize this ITC for payment of output tax unless it is reclaimed as per GST provisions.

So, this portion of ITC remains idle/unavailable for credit utilization.

Cash Flow Impact:

Since ITC cannot be used, the taxpayer may have to pay output tax from cash, affecting working capital.

Compliance and Audit Risk:

If reversal is maintained without justifiable reason (like actual ineligible credit), tax authorities may question the correctness.

Also, delayed or non-rectification can lead to interest or penalty if reversal is actually required to be permanent.

If reversal was done by mistake, and not reclaimed timely, it may need rectification in subsequent returns.

ITC Reclamation Timeline:

Typically, ITC that was reversed temporarily (like on account of non-payment to supplier within 180 days) can be reclaimed once conditions are fulfilled.

Failing to reclaim in time means the ITC is lost permanently or results in interest liability.

GST Portal Reflection:

The portal shows such ITC as “blocked” or “reversed” and might cause mismatch issues during reconciliation or audits.

What to do?
Identify the reason for reversal: Check whether ITC was reversed due to non-payment, blocked credit, or any other reason.

Take corrective action timely:

If ITC is eligible, reclaim it in the next GST return as per rules.

If ineligible, permanently reverse and do not reclaim.

Maintain proper records of reversal and reclamation.

Consult GST auditor or tax expert if unsure about status or treatment.

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