This discussion clarifies how to reverse excess Input Tax Credit (ITC) claimed for the 2017-18 financial year using Form DRC-03. Payments can generally be made using available input tax credit or cash balance. However, interest and penalties related to the excess claim must be paid strictly in cash, as ITC cannot be utilised for these specific charges.
25 November 2023
Yes, All the payments need to be made either from input tax credit available in electronic credit ledger or cash balance available in the electronic cash ledger. But, in case of interest and penalties ITC utilisation is not available. It has to be compulsorily paid in cash.