Urgent GSTN Alert: GST Number Suspension Looms if Bank Details Not Submitted.
Recent advisories from the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) confirm that GST registration will be suspended for taxpayers who fail to furnish their bank account details within the stipulated time frame as per Rule 10A of the CGST Rules, 2017.
Mandatory Requirements and Deadlines
Taxpayers, with some exceptions (TCS, TDS, or suo-moto registrations), are required to provide valid bank account details on the GST portal within the specified time limits:
Within 30 days from the date of the grant of GST registration; OR
Before filing details of outward supplies in Form GSTR-1 or using the Invoice Furnishing Facility (IFF), whichever is earlier.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
Failure to submit the bank account details within the specified time frame will lead to serious operational disruptions:
Suspension of GST Registration: The registration will be suspended after 30 days and an intimation will be issued in FORM REG-31.
Filing Restrictions: The taxpayer will be debarred from filing further GSTR-1 or IFF.
Cancellation Process: If details are not updated even after 30 days of receiving the FORM REG-31 intimation, the tax officer may initiate the registration cancellation process.
The GST Network (GSTN) has clearly made a stern warning: taxpayers who fail to submit their bank details will face GST number suspension. Here’s what you need to know:
Mandatory Requirement: Furnish bank account details within 30 days of GST registration or before filing GSTR-1/IFF, whichever is earlier
Consequences of Non-Compliance:
– GST Registration Suspension: Registration will be suspended after 30 days, and intimation in FORM REG-31 will be issued.
– Blocked GSTR-1 Filing: Unable to file GSTR-1/IFF.
– E-Way Bill Generation Blocked: Movement of goods will be stopped.
– Possible Cancellation Proceedings: Registration may be cancelled.
Revocation Process: Update bank details on the GST portal to reactivate suspended registration .
Why is this important?
The GSTN aims to curb fraudulent activities, such as fake invoices and refund misuse. Ensure compliance to avoid business disruptions .
Take Action
Log in to the GST portal and update your bank details immediately to avoid GST number suspension.
Team: Economiclawspractice
