GST Notices — Response & Litigation Support
Expert response to all GST notices — ASMT-10 (scrutiny), DRC-01 (demand), DRC-07 (order), show cause notices, penalty proceedings, and appellate representation.
What You Need to Know
GST notices require expert response within strict timelines. TaxClue handles all GST notice types:
- ASMT-10: Scrutiny notice — mismatch in returns
- DRC-01: Demand and recovery — tax demand with SCN
- DRC-07: Summary of order — after adjudication
- Section 73: Non-fraud demand (1 year from due date)
- Section 74: Fraud/suppression demand (5 years)
- Section 75: General provisions for determination
- Appeal: First appeal to Appellate Authority, then GST Tribunal (GSTAT)
GST Updates (2025–26)
E-invoicing mandatory for turnover >₹5 Cr (from Aug 2023). GSTR-1 & 3B due dates: 11th & 20th respectively (monthly). QRMP scheme for turnover ≤₹5 Cr (quarterly GSTR-1, monthly PMT-06). IMS (Invoice Management System) launched — accept/reject invoices for ITC. HSN 6-digit mandatory for turnover >₹5 Cr. 53rd GST Council recommendations being implemented. TaxClue monitors all GST Council decisions and CBIC notifications.
What is GST Notices & Litigation?
Expert response to all GST notices — ASMT-10 (scrutiny), DRC-01 (demand), DRC-07 (order), show cause notices, penalty proceedings, and appellate representation.
TaxClue ensures 100% compliant GST filing with ITC optimization, mismatch resolution, and proactive notice prevention.
Why is This Important?
Legal Mandate
GST registration and filing is mandatory above threshold. Non-compliance = penalties + prosecution.
ITC Benefits
Claim Input Tax Credit to reduce tax outflow.
Compliance Score
Good compliance history enables loans, tenders, and business growth.
Govt Tenders
GST registration mandatory for GeM and government contracts.
Inter-State Trade
Seamless inter-state supply with IGST mechanism.
Digital Compliance
100% online — returns, payments, refunds on GST portal.
Benefits of GST Notices & Litigation
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Legal Compliance | Meet CGST/SGST/IGST Act requirements |
| ITC Claim | Input Tax Credit reduces effective tax cost |
| Business Credibility | GSTIN enhances trust with clients and vendors |
| Inter-State Trade | Seamless supply chain across states |
| Refund Claims | Export refund, excess ITC refund |
| Tender Eligibility | Required for government procurement |
Is This Right For You?
Businesses >₹40L turnover
Mandatory GST registration.
E-commerce Sellers
No threshold — mandatory.
Inter-State Suppliers
No threshold for inter-state.
Manufacturers
Input-output GST management.
Service Providers >₹20L
Service GST compliance.
Importers/Exporters
IGST + refund management.
Eligibility & Applicability
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Individuals | Salaried, self-employed, freelancers, professionals |
| Businesses | Proprietorship, partnership, LLP, company |
| Applicability | As per relevant Act/Rules — TaxClue assesses your case |
| Timeline | Within prescribed deadline — varies by service |
Documents You'll Need
PAN Card
Business entity PAN
Aadhaar
Of proprietor/partner/director
Business Proof
CoI / Deed / Registration
Address Proof
Rent agreement + NOC / ownership
Bank Details
Cancelled cheque / statement
HSN / SAC Codes
Product/service classification
Step-by-Step Process
Consultation
Assess GST compliance status and requirements.
Data Collection
Gather invoices, bank data, purchase records.
Reconciliation
Match GSTR-2B, verify ITC, check mismatches.
Filing/Submission
CA-reviewed filing on GST portal.
Confirmation ✅
Filing acknowledgment + compliance report.
Turnaround Time
| Step | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Data collection | 1–3 days |
| Reconciliation | 1–2 days |
| Filing | 1 day |
| Portal processing | Auto/1-3 days |
| Total | 2–7 working days |
Fees & Charges
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Government fee | Nil for most GST filings |
| Late fee | ₹50/day (₹20 nil) — per return |
| Interest | 18% p.a. on tax amount |
| Pre-deposit (appeal) | 10% of disputed tax |
Ongoing Compliance
| Compliance | Deadline | Details |
|---|---|---|
| GSTR-1 | 11th of next month | Outward supply details (monthly/quarterly for QRMP) |
| GSTR-3B | 20th of next month | Summary return + tax payment (monthly/quarterly) |
| GSTR-9 | 31 December | Annual return (>₹2 Cr turnover) |
| GSTR-9C | 31 December | Reconciliation statement (self-certified) |
| CMP-08 | 18th of month after quarter | Composition dealer quarterly payment |
| GSTR-4 | 30 April | Composition dealer annual return |
| E-way Bill | Before goods movement | For goods >₹50,000 |
| ITC Reconciliation | Monthly | GSTR-2B vs books matching |
Penalties & Consequences
| Default | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Non-registration | Penalty under Section 122 — higher of ₹10,000 or tax due |
| Late filing GSTR-1 | Late fee ₹50/day (₹20 for nil) + interest 18% on tax |
| Late filing GSTR-3B | Late fee ₹50/day (₹20 for nil) + interest 18% |
| Non-filing for 6+ months | GST registration cancellation by officer |
| Wrong ITC claim | ITC reversed + interest 24% + penalty 100% of wrong ITC (Section 74) |
| E-invoice non-compliance | ₹25,000 penalty per invoice + ITC denial to buyer |
| E-way bill violation | Penalty = tax amount or ₹10,000 (whichever higher) + goods/vehicle detention |
| Fake invoice / fraud | Arrest provisions (Section 132) — non-bailable for tax >₹5 Cr |
Why Choose TaxClue?
Expert Team
CA/CS/Lawyers with deep domain expertise.
End-to-End
Consultation to completion — fully managed.
Fast Turnaround
Quick processing with zero delays.
Latest Laws
Always current with latest amendments.
100% Online
Everything handled digitally.
5,000+ Clients
4.9/5 Google rating.
TaxClue's Process
Free Consultation
Assess your requirement and plan the approach.
Document Collection
Gather required documents via WhatsApp/email.
Expert Execution
CA/CS/Lawyer handles the complete process.
Delivery & Support ✅
Service completed. Ongoing support provided.
What Our Clients Say
GST Notices & Litigation Across Sectors
Service Comparison
| GST Type | Turnover Threshold | Returns | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | Above ₹40L (goods) / ₹20L (services) | GSTR-1, 3B monthly | Full ITC available |
| Composition | ≤₹1.5 Cr (goods) / ≤₹50L (services) | CMP-08 quarterly, GSTR-4 annual | Fixed rate, no ITC |
| ISD | Any | GSTR-6 monthly | Distribute ITC to branches |
| QRMP | ≤₹5 Cr | GSTR-1/3B quarterly | PMT-06 monthly payment |
| E-commerce | Any (no threshold) | GSTR-8 monthly | TCS collection |
| Non-Resident | Any | GSTR-5 monthly | 5-day advance registration |
| Casual Taxable | Any | GSTR-1, 3B | Advance tax deposit |
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulatory Updates
- 2025–26IMS (Invoice Management System) — accept/reject supplier invoices for ITC claim. Impacts GSTR-2B auto-population.
- 2025E-invoicing threshold ₹5 Cr — mandatory for B2B transactions. Auto-populated GSTR-1.
- 2025GSTR-9/9C threshold — GSTR-9 mandatory for turnover >₹2 Cr. GSTR-9C self-certified (CA certification removed for most).
- 2024–2553rd GST Council — rate rationalisation, compliance simplification, amnesty for past defaults.
- OngoingQRMP Scheme — quarterly GSTR-1/3B for ≤₹5 Cr turnover. PMT-06 for monthly tax payment.
- OngoingE-way Bill mandatory for goods movement >₹50,000. Extended validity rules apply.
- OngoingRCM (Reverse Charge) — expanded list of goods/services under RCM. Section 9(3)/9(4) compliance.
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