I got a GST notice — how do I respond?

Short answerRead which notice it is — ASMT-10 is a scrutiny of your returns, DRC-01 is a demand, REG notices relate to your registration, and a show-cause notice asks you to explain. Each has a deadline on the GST portal; respond there with reconciliations and documents, and get help for any demand.

Identify the notice

  • ASMT-10: scrutiny of returns (often GSTR-1/3B/2B mismatch)
  • DRC-01: demand of tax/interest/penalty
  • REG-17/31: registration cancellation
  • SCN: show-cause, asking you to explain

Respond on the portal, on time

Reply within the deadline with reconciliations and supporting documents. For any demand or DRC-01, involve a CA early. Our GST service handles notices.

Talk to CA Vijay R Singh

Received a GST notice and need to respond? You can message him directly, or book a short call to talk through your situation.

This answer is general information for businesses, not tax advice. Tax rates, thresholds and forms change with each Finance Act — please confirm the current position for your own facts, or speak to us, before acting.

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