Category Archives: GST

Supply to Power Trading Corporation (PTC) for Further Export is Domestic Supply; No Zero-Rating Benefit for Generator

By | January 12, 2026

Supply to Power Trading Corporation (PTC) for Further Export is Domestic Supply; No Zero-Rating Benefit for Generator Issue Whether the supply of electricity by a generator (Petitioner) to an intermediary (Power Trading Corporation – PTC), who subsequently exports it to Bangladesh, qualifies as a “Zero-Rated Export Supply” for the petitioner to claim a refund of… Read More »

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Compensation Cess Refund on Coal Used for Exempt Exports Remanded for Reconsideration

By | January 12, 2026

Compensation Cess Refund on Coal Used for Exempt Exports Remanded for Reconsideration Issue Whether an exporter is entitled to a refund of accumulated unutilized Compensation Cess paid on inputs (Coal), when the final manufactured goods exported are exempt from GST/Cess, and the Department denies the claim citing that no Bond/LUT is required for exempt supplies.… Read More »

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High Court Remands ITC Mismatch Case (GSTR-2A vs 3B) on Condition of 10% Pre-deposit

By | January 12, 2026

High Court Remands ITC Mismatch Case (GSTR-2A vs 3B) on Condition of 10% Pre-deposit Issue ITC Denial: Whether Input Tax Credit (ITC) can be denied due to a mismatch between GSTR-2A and GSTR-3B caused by technical glitches (lack of synchronization between GST portal and ICEGATE). Extended Limitation: Whether the Revenue can invoke the extended period… Read More »

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Fitted Assets Leased to Tenants Classified as Mixed Supply of Renting, Taxable at 18%

By | January 12, 2026

Fitted Assets Leased to Tenants Classified as Mixed Supply of Renting, Taxable at 18%   Issue Whether the service of providing fitted assets (AC systems, fire sprinklers, DG sets, etc.) and infrastructure on hire to tenants in commercial properties constitutes “leasing of machinery” or “renting of immovable property,” and what is the applicable GST rate.… Read More »

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IMPORTANT GST CASE LAWS 07.01.2026

By | January 10, 2026

IMPORTANT GST CASE LAWS 07.01.2026 Relevant Act Section Case Law Title Brief Summary Citation CGST Act, 2017 Section 9 (Composite Supply) Shubhabrata Chowdhury, In re Operation and maintenance of vehicles/machinery for municipalities is a Composite Supply (Maintenance is principal).• If value of goods ≤ 25%: Exempt (Sr. 3A, Notif. 12/2017).• If value of goods >… Read More »

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Bundling Instant Premix Tea with Regular Tea is a ‘Mixed Supply,’ Taxable at Highest Rate

By | January 10, 2026

Bundling Instant Premix Tea with Regular Tea is a ‘Mixed Supply,’ Taxable at Highest Rate   Issue Whether the supply of “Instant Premix Tea sachets” bundled with other tea varieties (Black Tea, Green Tea, etc.) as an introductory offer constitutes a “Composite Supply” or a “Mixed Supply” under GST, and how it should be taxed.… Read More »

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GST Exemption for Manpower and O&M Services Provided to Municipalities Depends on Goods Component

By | January 10, 2026

Sponsorship Services by Body Corporate (MGMI) Taxable Under Forward Charge Due to 2025 Amendment   Issue Whether the sponsorship services provided by the Applicant (MGMI), a non-profit organization registered as a company, are liable to GST under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) (paid by the recipient) or Forward Charge (paid by MGMI), considering the amendments… Read More »

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GST Exemption for Manpower and O&M Services Provided to Municipalities Depends on Goods Component

By | January 10, 2026

GST Exemption for Manpower and O&M Services Provided to Municipalities Depends on Goods Component Issue Pure Services: Whether the supply of manpower (unskilled labour, drivers) for cleaning Ganga ghats, municipal offices, and parks qualifies for GST exemption as “pure services” provided to a local authority. Composite Supply: Whether Operation and Maintenance (O&M) services for municipal… Read More »

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