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New GST Amnesty Scheme: Interest and Penalty Waiver Starting November 2024 – Who Benefits and How to Apply

By Taxurban Admin on 06 Nov 2024

The Indian government has introduced a new GST Amnesty Scheme, effective from November 1, 2024, offering much-needed relief for taxpayers with pending GST dues. This scheme will provide waivers on interest and penalties for certain tax periods between July 1, 2017, and March 31, 2020. Businesses that qualify can apply for this waiver via the GST portal. Here’s everything you need to know about the scheme, who is eligible, and how to apply.

What Is the GST Amnesty Scheme?

The GST Amnesty Scheme aims to offer relief to taxpayers who have outstanding GST demands from 2017-18 to 2019-20. It waives the interest and penalties associated with these dues, but businesses are still required to settle the principal amount of tax owed.

This initiative was first announced in Budget 2024, and the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has now confirmed its official implementation.

Key Details of the Scheme

Effective Date: November 1, 2024
Applicable Tax Periods: July 1, 2017, to March 31, 2020
Waiver: Applies to interest and penalties related to non-fraudulent GST liabilities
Deadline to Settle Dues: March 31, 2025
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the GST Amnesty Scheme, businesses must meet the following conditions:

Non-Fraudulent GST Liabilities: The scheme applies only to non-fraudulent cases, meaning businesses that have not engaged in any deliberate tax evasion.
Outstanding GST Demands: The waiver covers GST demands for tax periods from July 2017 to March 2020.
Timely Application: Businesses must apply for the waiver by June 30, 2025, via the GST portal.
Full Payment of GST Dues: While the scheme waives interest and penalties, it does not exempt businesses from paying their actual GST dues.

How to Apply

The application process for the GST Amnesty Scheme is straightforward:

Log in to the GST Portal: Businesses must log in to their accounts on the official GST portal.
Submit the Waiver Application: Applications must be submitted before the deadline of June 30, 2025.
Settle Tax Dues: Ensure that the outstanding tax dues are paid by March 31, 2025 to qualify for the waiver.

Benefits for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

This scheme is especially beneficial for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that have accumulated large amounts of penalties due to outstanding GST demands. Many SMEs have faced financial challenges in settling these dues, and the waiver will provide them much-needed relief, allowing them to focus on business growth instead of dealing with punitive costs.

Taxurban’s Role in Helping You Navigate the Amnesty Scheme

Navigating tax compliances can be overwhelming, but that’s where we come in. At Taxurban, we are a tax and financial advisor, and we help to guide you to manage your tax and finance in such a way that you cannot make a major mistake in your financial journey and save unnecessary tax and notices from income tax, and if a notice also comes, we will handle it to save you.

Our team of experts can:

Help you understand if you qualify for the amnesty scheme.
Guide you through the process of filing your application on the GST portal.
Ensure that your outstanding GST dues are calculated and paid correctly to take full advantage of the waiver.

Conclusion

The new GST Amnesty Scheme is a great opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, to clear their tax dues without the burden of penalties and interest. If you have outstanding GST demands from the specified period, now is the time to act and avoid further financial strain.

Reach out to Taxurban today, and let us help you seamlessly navigate this scheme to ensure compliance and financial peace of mind.

Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only. Consult with a tax professional for detailed guidance specific to your business needs.