The Finance Act 2025 brings relief to businesses by reducing the pre-deposit requirement for penalty only GST appeals from 25% to 10%. Tax appeals remain unchanged at 10%. Businesses can now use Input Tax Credit (ITC) for deposits, improving cash flow and easing compliance. These changes will be effective after CBIC notification.

Starting October 1, 2025, businesses affected by inverted duty structure (IDS) can now receive 90% of their GST refund upfront. This move by CBIC aims to ease working capital pressure and improve cash flow for industries like textiles, footwear, and fertilizers. Learn how this change impacts your business and what steps you need to take.

Late costs for GSTR-9C files that were postponed from FY 2017–18 to FY 2022–23 have been forgiven by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). The 55th meeting of the GST Council accepted this plan, which permits taxpayers to file outstanding taxes by March 31, 2025, without incurring penalties. Businesses gain from the waiver because it promotes compliance, lessens financial strains, and streamlines the GST system. Discover its significance, qualifying requirements, and detailed application procedure in this extensive blog.

The CBIC has updated the arrest and bail standards for GST 2025, concentrating on fairness, transparency, and legal compliance. Taxpayers now have protection against arbitrary arrests and clearer bail provisions. These amendments aim to boost business confidence and protect taxpayer rights.