Question 1

What types of GST notices does TaxQue handle?

Accepted Answer

We handle all categories of GST notices: Section 61 Scrutiny Notices (ASMT-10), Rule 88C Mismatch Notices (DRC-01B for GSTR-1 vs 3B), Rule 88D ITC Mismatch Notices (DRC-01C for 2B vs 3B), Section 73/74 Show Cause Notices (DRC-01), Section 65 Departmental Audit Notices (ADT-01), and Section 129/130 Goods Seizure notices.

Question 2

What should I do immediately after receiving a GST notice?

Accepted Answer

Do not ignore the notice. Check the statutory reply deadline (usually 7 to 30 days) and share the notice PDF with TaxQue immediately. Our CA team reviews the underlying tax provisions, reconciles your transaction ledgers, and drafts a legally sound point-by-point reply.

Question 3

What is an ASMT-10 Scrutiny Notice and how is it resolved?

Accepted Answer

Form GST ASMT-10 is issued by the tax officer when discrepancies are found between your returns and government analytical data. We analyze the specific observation, prepare a detailed legal explanation with supporting invoices, and file Form GST ASMT-11. If the officer is satisfied, the proceedings are formally dropped in Form GST ASMT-12.

Question 4

What happens if I fail to respond to a GST Show Cause Notice (DRC-01)?

Accepted Answer

If you fail to submit a written reply or attend hearings, the tax officer will pass an ex-parte Assessment Order in Form GST DRC-07 confirming the entire tax demand along with 100% penalties and compounding interest, leading to automated bank account freezing and recovery under Section 79.

Question 5

Who will draft our legal reply and represent our case at TaxQue?

Accepted Answer

Your notice reply is drafted by a practicing Chartered Accountant and reviewed by a Senior Indirect Tax Advocate. We cite relevant High Court and Supreme Court GST precedents, circulars, and notifications to defend your case.

Question 6

What is the difference between a Section 73 and Section 74 GST notice?

Accepted Answer

Section 73 notices involve non-payment or short payment of tax without fraud, willful misstatement, or suppression of facts (penalty is only 10% of tax or ₹10,000). Section 74 notices allege fraud or deliberate tax evasion (attracting severe 100% penalties). Our legal team establishes bona fide intent to convert Section 74 proceedings into Section 73.

Question 7

How do you handle Rule 88C (DRC-01B) GSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B tax differences?

Accepted Answer

We reconcile your outward invoices to identify why GSTR-1 exceeded GSTR-3B (e.g. data entry typos, canceled invoices, or advance adjustments). We then draft Part B of Form DRC-01B explaining the genuine mathematical reasons or assisting in paying the differential tax via DRC-03.

Question 8

How do you resolve Rule 88D (DRC-01C) Input Tax Credit mismatches?

Accepted Answer

When ITC claimed in GSTR-3B exceeds GSTR-2B, we identify invoices uploaded late by suppliers, transit credits, or export inputs. We file Part B of Form DRC-01C with invoice annexures to justify the ITC claim and prevent recovery demands.

Question 9

Can TaxQue represent us in personal hearings before the GST Commissioner?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If the notice requires physical or virtual personal appearance before the Adjudicating Authority or Appellate Commissioner, our authorized Chartered Accountants and Advocates represent your enterprise with formal Power of Attorney (Vakalatnama).

Question 10

What if our goods or vehicle were detained under Section 129 during transit?

Accepted Answer

For transit detentions (Form MOV-06/MOV-07), our rapid response team verifies the E-Way bill, tax invoice, and vehicle logs, drafts an urgent release application, and follows up with the proper officer, usually within 24 to 48 hours; release of the vehicle (Form MOV-05) is decided by the officer, and timelines vary by case.

Question 11

What is the penalty if a GST notice demand is upheld?

Accepted Answer

Under Section 73, penalties are capped at 10% of the tax amount (or 0% if paid with interest within 30 days of notice). Under Section 74, penalties range from 50% to 100% of the tax demand. Our goal is always to minimize or eliminate penalty exposure through precise statutory interpretation.

Question 12

Can we appeal against an unfavorable GST Demand Order (DRC-07)?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If an adverse assessment order is passed, you have the statutory right to file a First Appeal in Form GST APL-01 under Section 107 before the Appellate Authority within 3 months (upon depositing 10% pre-deposit). TaxQue drafts and argues your complete appellate appeal.

Question 13

How does TaxQue ensure confidentiality during GST disputes?

Accepted Answer

All dispute documentation, financial ledgers, audit queries, and legal strategies are protected under strict client-attorney confidentiality and stored on secure encrypted servers.

Question 14

What is the timeline for drafting and filing a GST notice response?

Accepted Answer

We typically draft and share the preliminary legal reply for client review within 48 to 72 hours of receiving complete documentation, ensuring submission well before the departmental deadline.

Question 15

Can we settle a GST notice voluntarily to save on interest and penalties?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under Section 73(5) and 74(5), if you pay the short-paid tax along with interest under Section 50 before the formal notice is issued or within 30 days, penalty proceedings are fully dropped. Our team calculates the exact settlement amount.

Question 16

What is TaxQue's fee structure for GST notice resolution?

Accepted Answer

We offer transparent, fixed pricing based on the notice category (e.g. DRC-01B/01C mismatch, ASMT-10 scrutiny, Section 73 SCN, or Section 107 Appeal) with zero surprise hourly billing.

Information group	Examples	Preparation note
Notice and service evidence	Full notice/order, annexures, portal screenshots/downloads, ARN, service date and prior correspondence.	Include every page and record how and when the notice was received.
GST returns and books	GSTR-1/3B, reconciliations, sales/purchase ledgers, trial balance and relevant tax-period workings.	Match figures to the specific allegation and period cited.
Invoices and ITC records	Tax invoices, credit/debit notes, GSTR-2B/IMS, e-way bills, e-invoice and supplier communications.	Provide original records and explain differences, reversals and eligibility.
Tax payment and ledgers	Electronic cash/credit/liability ledgers, challans, DRC-03 payment details and any prior order.	Tie payments and adjustments to the demand and tax period.
Authority and representation	Authorised signatory details, authorisation and facts/supporting documents relevant to the proposed reply.	Provide only evidence related to the notice; retain original files for hearing or appeal.

Milestone	What determines it	Important note
Scrutiny discrepancy (ASMT-10)	Reply period is specified in notice and cannot exceed 15 days from service under the relevant rule.	Use exact service date and any permitted extension.
Show-cause and demand notice	Use the reply deadline printed in the notice and applicable procedure; DRC-06 is used for relevant replies.	Do not assume all DRC/ASMT notices share one deadline.
Appeal against adjudication order	Generally within 3 months from communication of the order; limited additional time may be condoned for sufficient cause.	Section 107 conditions and pre-deposit may apply; get case-specific review promptly.
Hearing or adjournment	Follow the time/date in the hearing notice and request adjournment only where permitted.	The authority decides adjournment and may proceed if the taxpayer does not appear.
Government and professional charges	Government appeal fees or statutory pre-deposit may apply depending on the remedy and amount involved.	Professional fees are stated separately; confirm before work starts.

Service element	TaxQue process	What the client can verify
Notice intake	Identify form, authority, section, tax period and action requested.	Client confirms notice service date, complete annexures and deadline.
Evidence and reconciliation	Compare allegation or demand with returns, books, invoices and payment evidence.	Client validates facts and supplies missing documents.
Response or hearing	Prepare the relevant reply or hearing request for review, then submit after authorisation.	Retain filing proof and monitor authority response.
Order and next remedy	Review the order and identify payment, rectification or appeal options where in scope.	Separate limitation/pre-deposit requirements must be assessed for the exact order.

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