GST
What happens after filing a cash ledger refund
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Facts
The officer issues an acknowledgement in RFD-02 or a deficiency memo in RFD-03 under Rule 90, then a final order in RFD-06 and payment advice in RFD-05 under Rule 92. There is no 90 percent provisional refund for this category.
Provisions and law
- Rule 90, CGST Rules 2017Acknowledgement RFD-02 or deficiency memo RFD-03 for refund applications
- Rule 92, CGST Rules 2017Final refund order RFD-06, adjustment RFD-07 and notice RFD-08
- Sec 54(7), CGST Act 2017Refund order within 60 days of a complete application
Analysis
Most excess cash claims are simple because the amount is in the ledger. Delays usually come from bank validation or pending returns. Track the status and respond quickly to any deficiency memo.
Conclusion
- Track status under Services > Refunds > Track Application Status
- Respond to any RFD-03 by filing afresh
- Check the RFD-06 order
- Confirm the bank credit against RFD-05
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