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Shop still charging old higher rate after a rate cut

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Once a rate cut is notified, the new rate applies to supplies from the effective date. New anti-profiteering applications under Sec 171 are not accepted from 1 April 2025, so consumer complaints now go through the National Consumer Helpline.

Provisions

Sec 171, CGST Act 2017; Sec 14, CGST Act 2017

Analysis

If an item moved from 12 to 5 percent on 22 September 2025 and a bill dated October still shows 12 percent, you paid ₹7 extra per ₹100. Ask the seller to correct. If not, complain on the National Consumer Helpline with the bill.

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  1. Check the effective date of the rate change.
  2. Compare the bill date and rate.
  3. Ask the seller to correct.
  4. Complain to the National Consumer Helpline if refused.

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