businesses in India face frequent scrutiny under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. A GST notice from the department can be intimidating, but with the right response, it becomes a manageable process. Whether it’s about mismatch in returns, delayed filings, or demand for additional tax, a well-drafted GST notice reply protects your business from penalties and legal consequences. Liquetax offers end-to-end GST litigation and compliance support so you can focus on growth while we handle the legal side.

A GST notice reply is a formal response submitted by a taxpayer to the GST department when a show cause notice, demand notice, or inquiry is raised. It explains the taxpayer’s side with proper documentation and legal references. Timely and correct replies help avoid interest, penalties, and unnecessary legal disputes.

?? Avoids penalties and late fees under GST law ?? Prevents escalation to legal proceedings or audits ?? Corrects mismatches in GST returns (GSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B, ITC claims, etc.) ? Maintains business credibility with tax authorities ??? Shields businesses from reputational and financial risks Common Types of GST Notices 1.GSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B mismatch notice 2.Input Tax Credit (ITC) mismatch notice 3.Show Cause Notice (SCN) for non-payment of GST 4.Notice for late return filing or non-filing 5.Audit or inspection notices 6.Notice for excess refund claimed

• Any GST-registered business (manufacturers
• traders
• service providers
• e-commerce sellers
• exporters
• startups
• SMEs
• corporates) that receives a notice is required to reply within the time limit mentioned.
• Key requirements:
• Valid GSTIN
• Copy of GST notice received
• Books of accounts and GST returns filed
• Supporting invoices
• agreements
• or reconciliations

1. Notice Review – Analyze the type and reason for the notice
2. Document Collection – Gather GST returns
3. invoices
4. reconciliations
5. and ledgers
6. Drafting Reply – Prepare a strong legal and factual response
7. Submission on GST Portal – Upload reply and supporting evidence within due date
8. Follow-up – Track status and handle any additional queries from the department

• Copy of GST notice
• GST registration certificate
• Filed GSTR-1
• GSTR-3B
• GSTR-9 (as applicable)
• Invoices and purchase records
• Reconciliation statements
• Bank statements and contracts (if relevant)

1.No fixed government fee – Reply filing is free via GST portal. 2.Professional/legal drafting charges apply based on complexity.

BrightMart Retail Pvt Ltd – The company received a GST notice for ?18 lakhs ITC mismatch. Liquetax experts reconciled data, drafted a professional reply with evidence, and successfully reduced the demand to zero, saving the client from penalties and unnecessary litigation.