GST Litigation refers to the process of legally contesting issues arising under the GST law like tax demands, refund rejections, or classification disputes.
Dispute Resolution involves finding a legal or alternative way to resolve these issues, either via reply, appeal, or representation before GST authorities.
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Some types of GST notices you’re most likely to receive
ASMT-10 – Notice for mismatches in returns
ADT‑01 – Notice for GST audit (Section 65)
DRC-01 – SCN for short payment or ITC issues
DRC-0 – Final tax demand after SCN.
GSTR‑3A – Default notice for non‑filing of returns
ASMT‑16 – Notice for non‑filing of returns (assessment)
REG-03 – Clarification for new registration
REG-17 – SCN for cancellation of GST registration
RFD-08 – SCN for rejected or deficient refund claims
DRC-16 – Notice for attachment and sale of immovable/movable goods or shares
PCT‑03 – SCN issued to GST practitioner for misconduct
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GST Litigation journey: From notice to final appeal
Return and filled, now the department checks for mismatches
Discrepancy found? The GST officer wants your explanation
Your chance to defend, explain, and submit documents
The final call. Either resolved or demand raised
Not convinced? Go for first appeal.
Still unfair? Knock on the doors of the GST tribunal
Final stop: the judiciary
Helping you navigate the complex world of GST litigation
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Advance Ruling Applications
Show Cause Notice & Appeal Representation
High Court & Supreme Court Proceedings
Past Filings
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We deep-dive into your notice, filings, and business background to assess exposure, collect facts, and prepare the groundwork.
From replies to Show Cause Notices to applications for Advance Ruling — every word is crafted to strengthen your position.
We represent you before tax authorities like DGFT, DRI, SVB, etc. handling scrutiny, audits, and enquiries end-to-end.
If an order goes against you, we prepare bulletproof appeals before Appellate Forums, Tribunals, or High Courts.
We work proactively to identify patterns, plug documentation gaps, and prevent repeat issues in future assessments.
Litigation doesn’t end with one reply. We stay with you, from notices to hearings till the matter is closed.
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GST litigation refers to legal disputes between taxpayers and GST authorities arising out of issues like tax demand, Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims, classification errors, refund rejections, or show cause notices.
There’s no fixed fee for GST litigation. The cost depends on factors like:
Here’s a simplified step-by-step process:
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YIgnoring a GST notice may result in:
Always respond within the deadline and with proper documentation.
It depends on the stage:
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Log in to the GST portal, go to Services > User Services > View Notices and Orders to check if any notice has been issued under your GSTIN. You’ll also get email/SMS alerts.
Usually, you get 15 to 30 days from the date of issue of the Show Cause Notice (SCN) to submit your reply. Check the exact timeline mentioned in the notice.
Yes, penalties under GST can range from ₹10,000 to 100% of the tax due, depending on the type of default. GST litigation often arises from such penalties being contested.
An experienced GST professional can:
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