ITC not reflecting in 2A

This discussion addresses a common issue where the Input Tax Credit (ITC) reflected in GSTR-2A is less than the actual ITC available on invoices for clients involved in inverted duty structures. The core question is whether the tax department will reject refund claims for the difference, even when suppliers haven't filed their GSTR-1. The advice suggests that refunds should be granted for credit already paid to the government. It also touches upon the eligibility of refunds for specific periods based on online application and hard copy submission dates.