A GST audit is an examination of a taxpayer’s records, returns, and other relevant documents to ensure compliance with the Goods and Services Tax (GST) laws. It verifies that the declared turnover, taxes paid, refunds claimed, and input tax credits (ITC) utilized are accurate and in accordance with the applicable regulations.
Self-Audit (By Taxpayer): P Square Taxpayers must maintain records and file returns accurately. Ensures compliance with GST provisions on a regular basis.
Conducted by a Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Accountant if the taxpayer’s turnover exceeds a specified threshold (varies by country, e.g., ₹2 crore in India).
Conducted by tax authorities as per GST laws. Authorities issue prior notice specifying the audit period and documents required.
Ordered by a GST officer when they suspect discrepancies in the taxpayer’s financial records. Conducted by a CA or Cost Accountant nominated by the tax authority.
India has a Dual GST Model. Under this tax maybe levied simultaneously by both Central and State governments on certain taxable supplies. Such as on inter-state supplies, tax is levied by Central Government.
| Features | Central GST – CGST | State GST – SGST | Integrated GST – IGST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Levied By | Central Government on Intra-State supplies of Goods and/or Services | State Government, on Intra-State supplies | Central Government, on Inter-State supplies |
| Applicability | Supplies inside a state | Supplies inside a state | Interstate supplies and import |
| Input Tax Credit | Against CGST and IGST | Against SGST and IGST | Against CGST, SGST, and IGST |
| Tax Revenue Sharing | Central Government | State Government | Shared between State and Central governments |
| Free Supplies | Applicable | Applicable | Applicable |
All businesses involved in buying or selling goods or providing services, or both, should register for GST. But for below-listed persons, GST Registration is compulsory.
To register for GST on the Government site, you need to follow the below steps. Cautiously & Accurately.
Fill the simple application form provided on our website.
Send your documents that are required according to your category of business.
We will file all your forms on behalf of you along with the declaration.
As soon as we will get your GST number, we will send you by E-mail.
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A GST audit is a document that registered taxpayers must file under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system. It contains details of their sales, purchases, tax collected on sales (Output GST), and tax paid on purchases (Input Tax Credit or ITC). The return helps the government calculate the taxpayer’s GST liability or refund eligibility. Various types of GST returns exist, such as GSTR-1 for outward supplies, GSTR-3B for summarizing tax payments, and GSTR-9 for annual returns. Filing is mandatory for compliance and to claim ITC, ensuring business transparency and avoiding penalties. Returns are filed monthly, quarterly, or annually based on the taxpayer’s category.
It is a Statutory Requirement for all businesses except for Sole Proprietorship.
Helps you review your performance and take steps to improve.
Maintaining books of accounts helps you when you need funding from investors.
A GST audit is the examination of a taxpayer’s records, returns, and documents to ensure compliance with GST laws. It verifies turnover, taxes paid, input tax credit (ITC) claims, and adherence to GST regulations.
Taxpayers with turnover exceeding the prescribed threshold (e.g., ₹2 crore in India) must undergo a mandatory audit.
Turnover-based Audit: Mandatory for taxpayers exceeding the turnover threshold. Departmental Audit: Conducted by tax authorities.
GST registration certificate. GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, etc.). Sales and purchase registers. Tax invoices and e-way bills.
Keep records up-to-date and reconciled. Ensure GST returns match the financial statements. Regularly review ITC claims and tax payments.
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