availment of ITC of IGST paid under protest by the supplier.

[Narendra Soni]

Dear experts,

Please suggest can we avail ITC of IGST paid under protest by the supplier ????. Under protest is also mentioned on invoices of supplier.

Please confirm at the earliest.

AI Summary

Debate on Availing ITC for IGST Paid Under Protest; Experts Suggest Waiting for Final Order Before Utilizing Credits. A discussion on a forum revolves around whether Input Tax Credit (ITC) can be availed for Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) paid under protest by a supplier, as indicated on invoices. Opinions vary: some experts argue that ITC on disputed taxes is not eligible, while others suggest it can be availed but not utilized until a final order is issued. A reference is made to a circular from the pre-GST era, suggesting that disputed credits can be recorded but not used until resolved. The consensus leans towards waiting for favorable adjudication before utilizing or seeking refunds.