The Ministry of Finance has updated the jurisdiction of State Benches for the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). These amendments, detailed in Notification No. 5063(E), aim to reorganise district boundaries across several states, including Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Punjab, to enhance the efficiency of resolving GST disputes. The changes also specify new regional bench locations and clarify administrative arrangements to reduce appeal pendency and improve the taxpayer experience.
The Ministry of Finance, through Notification No. 5063(E), has introduced significant amendments to the jurisdiction of State Benches of the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) under Section 109 of the CGST Act, 2017. This update, published in the Gazette of India, ensures a reorganization of district jurisdictions for better efficiency in GST dispute resolution.
Key Highlights of the Notification
Jurisdictional Changes: District alignments for GSTAT benches have been redefin
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 notification aims to amend the jurisdiction of State Benches of the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) to reorganise district jurisdictions for better efficiency in GST dispute resolution.
Several states are affected, including Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.
Yes, notably, Prayagraj and Varanasi have exchanged jurisdictions.
The restructuring is expected to address overlapping jurisdictions, leading to streamlined processes for taxpayers and businesses in resolving disputes and simplifying GST compliance.
The notification clarifies sitting and circuit arrangements for GSTAT benches to reduce the pendency of appeals and improve the taxpayer experience.