Tax Relief Roadmap: Section 128A Clarifies Eligibility and Compliance for KGST Taxpayers with Flexible Verification Process

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....The Karnataka Commercial Taxes Dept issued a circular clarifying the implementation of Section 128A of the KGST Act, 2017. The circular addresses two key issues: (1) taxpayers who paid tax through GSTR-3B before 1st November 2024 remain eligible for benefits under Section 128A, subject to proper officer verification; and (2) for notices/orders spanning periods partially within and outside Section 128A's scope, taxpayers can file specific forms (SPL-01/SPL-02) after paying tax liability for covered periods, with appellate authorities empowered to adjudicate remaining periods appropriately. The circular aims to provide clarity and uniformity in implementing the statutory provisions.....