GST

Refund adjusted against an old demand

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Sec 54(10) and Rule 92 allow the officer to adjust a refund against unpaid tax, interest or penalty under the Act, recorded in RFD-07. If the demand is stayed in appeal, recovery should not proceed.

Provisions

Sec 54(10), CGST Act 2017; Rule 92, CGST Rules 2017; Sec 107(7), CGST Act 2017

Analysis

If you have a confirmed unpaid demand, adjustment is lawful. If you have appealed with pre-deposit, the balance is stayed and adjustment can be challenged. Send the officer the appeal acknowledgement and payment proof.

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  1. Check the liability register for the demand
  2. If under appeal, send the appeal proof
  3. Ask for the RFD-07 order in writing
  4. Appeal the adjustment if wrong

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