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GSTR-9C triggers scrutiny: how to prepare

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Yes. Officers often use GSTR-9C to pick cases for scrutiny under Sec 61, especially where differences are unexplained or tax is short paid.

Provisions

Sec 61(1), CGST Act 2017; Rule 80(3), CGST Rules 2017

Analysis

Keep the working file with each reconciliation item, the accounts and DRC-03 receipts. If a notice comes, you can reply quickly with exact figures. Typical questions relate to turnover in 26AS or ITR, RCM liability and ITC reversals. A clean, well-documented 9C usually ends scrutiny at the ASMT-11 stage.

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  1. Save a working file with every 9C figure.
  2. Keep DRC-03 receipts for additional tax.
  3. Track notices weekly.
  4. Reply to ASMT-10 with the working file.

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