Circular clarifying issues in respect of challenges faced by registered persons in implementation of provisions of GST issued - Reg

Last updated: 13 April 2020

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This circular addresses challenges faced by registered taxpayers in implementing various provisions of the GST laws. It follows up on a previous circular that clarified relief measures due to COVID-19. The aim is to provide further clarity on compliance requirements under the CGST Act.

CBEC-20/06/04-2020 -GST

Government of India

Ministry of Finance

Department of Revenue

Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs

GST Policy Wing

New Delhi, dated the 13th April, 2020

The Principal Chief Commissioners / Chief Commissioners / Principal Commissioners /

Commissioners of Central Tax (All)

The Principal Director Generals / Director Generals (All)

Madam/Sir,

Subject: Clarification in respect of certain challenges faced by the registered persons in implementation of provisions of GST Laws-reg.

Circular No.136/06/2020-GST, dated 03.04.2020 had been issued to clarify doubts regarding relief measures taken by the Government for facilitating taxpayers in meeting the compliance requirements under various provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 (hereinafter referred to as the “CGST Act”) on account of the measures taken to prevent the spread of Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19). It has been brought to the notice of the Board that certain challenges are being faced by taxpayers in adhering to the compliance requirements under various other provisions of the CGST Act which also need to be clarified.

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FAQ :

This circular aims to clarify certain challenges faced by registered persons in adhering to compliance requirements under various provisions of the CGST Act.

Yes, Circular No.136/06/2020-GST, dated 03.04.2020, was issued to clarify doubts regarding relief measures for taxpayers due to COVID-19.

The circular refers to the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 (CGST Act).

The circular is addressed to the Principal Chief Commissioners / Chief Commissioners / Principal Commissioners / Commissioners of Central Tax and Principal Director Generals / Director Generals.