This document details the process of GST returns scrutiny by GST officers under Section 61 of the CGST Act. It explains how officers identify discrepancies, issue notices (FORM GST ASMT-10), and the taxpayer's options to either pay the dues or provide an explanation. The guide also covers the officer's subsequent actions, including accepting the reply (FORM GST ASMT-12) or initiating further proceedings if the explanation is unsatisfactory. This information is crucial for all GST-registered businesses to understand their compliance obligations and potential interactions with tax authorities.
Section 61 of CGST Act empowers officers to scrutinize the monthly/quarterly returns to verify the correctness with reference to the information available with them. Here is my presentation what to do in case you get scrutiny notice from GST Department and what are powers with officer. #pdf