Gst department search conducted some stock variation found compared in accounting books. question: dealer stock variation amount tax and penalty applicable in gst act. 2.stock variation amount accounting entry passed procedure in books.
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If the GST department finds stock variations during a search, tax, interest, and penalties may apply, particularly if proceedings under Section 74 are initiated. However, if the variation is due to a simple bookkeeping error without intent to evade tax, penalties might be waived. The specific tax and accounting treatment will depend on the exact cause of the stock difference, such as unrecorded purchases, sales returns, or dummy sales.
Yes Tax, Interest & penalty can be imposed if proceedings u/s 74 is initiated.
If proof , that stock variations is just due some procedural lapse in book keeping , means , any entries of inward or outward supply was not recorded without intention to evade tax , then penalty is not imposed. Generally, department invokes the Section 74 which attracts penalty also.