not migrated from VAT regime in fy 2017-18. govt bills received now

[giri gattupalli]

respected sir,

one of my clint not who is a works contractor for gov departments , he provided service to govt department during fy 2017-18 amounting to rs 1 crore and bills were pending with govt for want of some leagal issues and cleared during fy 2020-21 and amount paid to him. gst at 2 % also deducted and credited to the gst number of my clint ,actually which was cancelled due to non migration in fy 2017-18.. whether it is possible to open GST NO . please give me suggestion.

thanking you

AI Summary

Works Contractor Advised to Register New GST, Pay Dues with Interest for 2017-18 Services Paid in 2020-21 A works contractor for government departments did not migrate to the GST regime in the fiscal year 2017-18 and received payment for services rendered during that period in the fiscal year 2020-21. The payment included a 2% GST deduction credited to a canceled GST number. The query seeks advice on reopening the GST number. A response suggests obtaining a new GST registration and paying the GST with interest, noting that the invoice date cannot precede the registration date but advising that an intimation can be sent to the department regarding this issue. Further consequences would need additional clarification.