Determination of disputed question - Gujarat VAT

[Ganeshan Kalyani]

Dear Sir,

In Gujarat VAT act the provision for applying clarification under Determination of disputed question can be done before the start of any assessment. Is there any exception that even if the Assessment Order is passed the assessee can go for determination of disputed question.

pl. share your valuable inputs.

AI Summary

Gujarat VAT Act: No Provision for Determining Disputed Questions Post-Assessment; Appeals Required for Adjudicated Matters. A participant inquired whether the Gujarat VAT Act allows for the determination of a disputed question after an assessment order has been passed. A consulting firm responded, clarifying that under the Gujarat VAT Act and its rules, such provisions do not exist. Determination of disputed questions or advance rulings can only be sought before starting business activities, classification, or matters related to tax rates and input tax credit. Once a matter is pending or adjudicated in court, the only recourse is to file an appeal against the order.