DGGI initiates action against 15 real estate players in Kerala for GST fraud



Quick Summary
The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) has launched an investigation into GST irregularities in Kerala's real estate sector, uncovering fraud amounting to ₹420 crore for the 2021-22 financial year. Action is being taken against 15 real estate firms for issues such as misusing input tax credit and failing to pay GST on payments to landowners. So far, ₹26.01 crore of the detected ₹50.84 crore in fraud has been recovered.

The Kochi zonal unit of the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) for Kerala and Lakshadweep regions has unearthed GST irregularities to the tune of ₹420 crore on various counts during the 2021-22 financial year. Two persons were arrested for GST fraud in the previous fiscal and one person so far during the ongoing 2022-23 fiscal. Large-scale GST fraud has been detected in the real estate sector in Kerala on examination of documents by the DGGI authorities. Steps have been initiat
Daily Limit Reached

You have reached your daily limit of 2 Free News

Subscribe to CCI PRO for unlimited access

Why Upgrade to CCI PRO?
  • No Ads
  • WhatsApp Community
  • Daily E-Newsletter
  • Unlimited News Access
  • Profile Visitors
  • Link Social Profiles
  • Featured Job Posts
  • Pro Badge
  • Expert GST Guidance
  • Unlimited Forum Replies
  • Download Content in PDF
1 Year PLAN - Rs.1999
1799
(Excl. of GST ₹323)

2 Years PLAN - Rs.3499
3149
(Excl. of GST ₹566)

BEST VALUE
3 Years PLAN - Rs.4999
4499
(Excl. of GST ₹809)

View all CCI PRO benefits

Already a PRO member? Login here for an ad-free experience. 07941056694

FAQ :

The DGGI has unearthed GST irregularities to the tune of ₹420 crore in Kerala and Lakshadweep regions for the 2021-22 financial year.

Steps have been initiated against 15 players in the real estate sector.

Detected frauds include misuse of input tax credit, non-payment of GST on payments to landowners, and not revealing actual turnover details.

Of the ₹50.84 crore identified in specific frauds, ₹26.01 crore has already been recovered.

Builders collecting cash from consumers before completion or handover of houses, flats, or apartments are bound to pay GST. Builders collecting cash only after construction are exempted.

Builders claiming input tax credit for materials and services at the start of construction must refund it if the apartments are exempted from GST upon completion.




News posted by

Finance news reporter covering taxation, GST, income tax, business compliance, and economy updates. I simplify complex financial topics into easy-to-understand articles for professionals, taxpayers, and business owners on leading finance and tax platforms.

Comments :


More »

Popular News





CCI Pro



Company
24 October 2026
CA Industrial Trainee

Fytomax Nutrition Private Limited

Aurangabad

CA Inter

View Details
Company
19 October 2026
Accountant

Jari Saree Center

New Delhi

Others

View Details
Company
Featured 07 November 2026
Chartered Accountant

DPV & Associates

Chennai

CA

View Details
Company
ARTICLESHIP 25 October 2026
Article Intern (CA Articleship)

Arpan Bohra & Co

Hyderabad

CA Inter

View Details
Company
Featured ARTICLESHIP 31 October 2026
CA Articleship

apricus india

Navi Mumbai

CA Inter

View Details
Company
Featured 27 October 2026
semi-qualified CA

Saini Pati Shah & Co LLP, Chartered Accountants

Mumbai

CA Final

View Details
Company
ARTICLESHIP 07 November 2026
Article Assisstant

DPV & Associates

Chennai

CA Inter

View Details
Company
28 October 2026
Assistant Director/ Associate Director-Finance & Accounting

Krea University

Chennai

CA

View Details