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With the approaching deadline, businesses across the country are gearing up for a potential deluge of show cause notices from Goods and Services Tax (GST) officials for the Fiscal Year 2018-19. The extended deadline, now set for April 30, 2024, has heightened concerns among industry experts regarding the fairness and efficiency of tax assessments. Background The issuance of show cause notices falls under Section 73 of the GST Act, which addresses the determination of tax not paid, short-pa
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FAQ :
The deadline for issuing GST show cause notices for the fiscal year 2018-19 is January 31, 2024.
The deadline for issuing GST orders related to tax discrepancies for FY19 has been extended to April 30, 2024.
A GST show cause notice, issued under Section 73 of the GST Act, relates to the determination of tax not paid, short-paid, erroneously refunded, or incorrectly availed input tax credit.
Yes, the January 31, 2024 deadline applies to time-barring periods under Section 73, while the GST department has an additional two years for notices and orders under suppression or misrepresentation cases (Section 74).
Experts are concerned that the accelerated timeline for issuing notices may lead to hasty assessments, potentially compromising fairness, accuracy, and taxpayer rights. There are also concerns about officers potentially overlooking natural justice principles.
Businesses are advised to carefully review any notices received and seek professional advice if necessary, especially given the concerns about the speed of assessments.
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