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Amid rising concerns among small business owners in Bengaluru over GST enforcement, the Karnataka Commercial Tax Department has issued a crucial clarification, stating that GST notices are not based solely on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions. The clarification comes after a visible shift among local traders from digital payments to cash, driven by fears of tax scrutiny linked to UPI. In recent days, roadside vendors, food stalls, corner shops and unregistered market sellers across
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FAQ :
Vendors are avoiding UPI due to fears that accepting digital payments might lead to increased tax scrutiny or GST notices, stemming from confusion over recent GST enforcement.
No, the Karnataka Commercial Tax Department has clarified that GST notices are not based solely on UPI transactions. GST applicability is determined by total income from all payment channels.
Businesses dealing in goods need to register for GST if their annual turnover exceeds Rs 40 lakh, while those providing services must register if their turnover exceeds Rs 20 lakh annually.
No, deliberately switching to cash-only operations to avoid tax compliance will not help businesses escape GST liability if their turnover exceeds the prescribed limits.
The department urges vendors to continue accepting UPI and other digital payments, as GST compliance is based on turnover, not the payment method used.
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