CESTAT Mandates Online Filing of Appeals from Nov 15, 2025, Physical Filing Ends 31st Dec



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The Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) is transitioning to a fully digital system for filing appeals and applications. From November 15, 2025, all submissions must be made online via the e-filing portal, requiring a digital signature. Physical filing will cease after December 31, 2025. Taxpayers and legal professionals need to register on the portal to manage their cases and track progress. Pending physical appeals must also be uploaded online.

In a major digital transition, the Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) has announced that all appeals and applications will now be filed exclusively through its e-filing portal. The notification, issued on October 1, 2025, mandates that appeals be submitted in PDF format with a digital signature via https://efiling.cestat.gov.in. From November 15, 2025, online filing will become mandatory, and physical filing of appeals will be discontinued after December 31, 2025. Taxpa
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FAQ :

Mandatory online filing of appeals and applications at CESTAT begins on November 15, 2025.

Physical filing of appeals at CESTAT will be discontinued after December 31, 2025.

Appeals must be filed online through the CESTAT e-filing portal at https://efiling.cestat.gov.in.

Appeals must be submitted in PDF format with a digital signature.

Yes, all taxpayers, consultants, and advocates must register on the portal to file appeals and track their status.

Fees for online filings will be accepted through the Bharatkosh payment gateway.

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