Goods & Service Tax (GST) 10 September 2026
GSTAT Bars GST Re‑Credit Without Justification
The Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) Kolkata Bench has set aside a prior appellate order that permitted the re‑credit of excess GST without any documented reasons. The tribunal emphasized that any re‑credit of surplus tax must be backed by clear justification, reinforcing stricter compliance and preventing arbitrary refunds. This decision underscores the need for taxpayers to provide proper evidence before claiming excess tax refunds, aiming to tighten GST administration.
The GSTAT Kolkata Bench overturned an earlier appellate order that allowed automatic re‑credit of excess GST.
- The bench ruled that re‑credit cannot be granted without specific reasons or justification.
- Taxpayers must now furnish proper documentation to claim any surplus tax refunds.
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