DRC-01 Demand Notice for filing GSTR-9 Wrongly

DEVENDRA SAKIBANDA (Sr) (24 Points)

10 May 2025  

Hello,

I self file GST returns, I filed GSTR-9 erroneously for FY 21-22 without expert knowledge & not filling ITC values, thinking its mandatory even though my turn over is less than 2 crores.

Now, GST officer sent notice under DRC-01 with excess ITC claimed tax demand payment,  solely based on this GSTR-9 return and demanding that I claimed excess tax credit in GSTR-3B as its not matching with GSTR-9.

Does this demand legally valid? As per GST notification this return is not mandatory for me. 

How to reply to this notice? Please, advice.