We have received invoice copies dated march month. But materials yet to receive.... Can we account these invoices in march month
Also if material is received before filing march returns, can we account in march
Kindly clarify
Thank you.
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This discussion clarifies the accounting treatment and GST Input Tax Credit (ITC) implications for stock in transit. While invoices received in March can be accounted for in that month, the ITC can only be claimed after the physical receipt of goods, as per Section 16 of the CGST Act. This holds true even if the supplier has already filed their return reflecting the invoice.
From accounting point of view, If invoice date is prior to 1st April and material received on or after 1st April upto management specified date (based on practices/policies) and inco terms are Ex-works, then it will form part of GIT.
from GST point of view, ITC can be availed after receipt of goods or services (sec.16) and other conditions as mentioned therein.
If ITC is availed in non-compliance to GST provisions, ITC may be invalidated by deptt. or there are other penalty provisions for fraudulent availment of gst.