This discussion clarifies that GST appeal pre-deposits cannot be paid using the Electronic Credit Ledger; payment must be made via cash or the Cash Ledger. If an appeal is decided in the taxpayer's favour, the pre-deposit amount can be reclaimed through a refund application after the order is issued.
28 October 2026
It isn't a flat 'no': the Bombay and Gujarat High Courts have accepted pre-deposit paid from the electronic credit ledger (as output tax), though the Patna High Court held cash only, so cash is the safer course; if the appeal succeeds, claim the pre-deposit back through RFD-01 with interest under Sec 115.