Pidilite Industries confirms GST penalty of ₹39.98 lakh for FY 2018-19
Pidilite Industries received an Order-in-Appeal dated June 30, 2026, confirming a GST penalty of ₹39,98,741 for FY 2018-19. The penalty was originally imposed on April 16, 2024. The company is reviewing the order to evaluate further legal options, including a potential appeal, and confirmed no material impact on its financials or operations.

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Pidilite Industries has received an Order-in-Appeal confirming a penalty of ₹39,98,741 for FY 2018-19 under the Central Goods and Services Tax Act. The order, dated June 30, 2026, was issued by the Deputy Commissioner of State Tax, Appeal, in Mumbai. The penalty was initially imposed via an Order-in-Original dated April 16, 2024.
The company is currently reviewing the order and evaluating the next steps, including the possibility of exercising its right to appeal to the highest authority permitted by law. Pidilite Industries stated that there is no material impact on its financials, operations, or other activities as a result of this order.
Details of the Order
The disclosure regarding the penalty was submitted to the stock exchanges on July 2, 2026. The following table summarizes the key details of the regulatory order:
| Description | Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | Deputy Commissioner of State Tax, Appeal, Mumbai |
| Order-in-Appeal Date | June 30, 2026 |
| Original Order Date | April 16, 2024 |
| Financial Year | FY 2018-19 |
| Penalty Amount | ₹39,98,741 |
| Applicable Act | Central Goods and Services Tax Act |
The company confirmed that the intimation is being filed at the earliest opportunity after examining the order and ascertaining the full facts. This information is also available on the company's website.
Historical Stock Returns for Pidilite Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.49% | +1.67% | +10.17% | +9.26% | +5.42% | +48.02% |
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