CA Arrested in Rs 7.85 Crore GST ITC Fraud, 80 Fake GSTINs Unearthed

Last updated: 09 May 2025


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Central GST authorities have arrested a Chartered Accountant in South Delhi for masterminding a significant Input Tax Credit (ITC) fraud totalling Rs 7.85 crore. The scam involved the use of over 80 fake GST Identification Numbers (GSTINs) and a network of 31 entities engaged in circular trading to fraudulently claim ITC without genuine supply of goods or services. Investigations uncovered non-existent firms and revealed that some taxpayers had fully outsourced their GST compliance, including login credentials, to the accused CA.

In a major crackdown on GST fraud, the Central GST Delhi South Commissionerate has arrested a South Delhi-based Chartered Accountant for orchestrating a massive Rs 7.85 crore Input Tax Credit (ITC) scam involving circular trading and fake firms. The CA has been remanded to judicial custody until May
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FAQ :

A Chartered Accountant based in South Delhi was arrested by the Central GST Delhi South Commissionerate.

The Input Tax Credit (ITC) scam involved a total of Rs 7.85 crore.

Over 80 GSTINs were linked to the arrested Chartered Accountant, with a core network of 31 used for circular trading.

The fraud involved circular trading, the use of fake firms, impersonation, and misuse of credentials. Some taxpayers outsourced their entire GST compliance to the accused CA.

Authorities arrested the CA, conducted search operations at 12 locations, seized electronic devices, recorded statements, and are continuing investigations.

The Chartered Accountant has been remanded to judicial custody until May 21, 2025.




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