Praveg Limited Receives GST Show Cause Notice Worth INR 19.11 Lakh for FY 2020-21
Praveg Limited received a GST show cause notice dated March 26, 2026, alleging wrongful input tax credit availment worth INR 19,10,758 for FY 2020-21. The notice claims the company improperly availed credit from suppliers with cancelled GST registrations. Praveg believes it has complied with GST laws and is preparing a response within prescribed timelines, stating no immediate material impact is expected on operations or financials.

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Praveg Limited has received a show cause notice from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) authorities regarding alleged wrongful availment of input tax credit worth INR 19,10,758 for the financial year 2020-21. The company disclosed this development in compliance with SEBI regulations on April 7, 2026.
GST Notice Details
The show cause notice, dated March 26, 2026, was issued under Section 74(1) of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, read with applicable provisions of the Gujarat Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The company received the notice via email on April 7, 2026.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Notice Date: | March 26, 2026 |
| Receipt Date: | April 7, 2026 |
| Amount Involved: | INR 19,10,758 |
| Financial Year: | 2020-21 |
| Authority: | GST Department |
Alleged Violations
The GST authorities have alleged that Praveg Limited wrongly availed and utilized input tax credit based on invoices issued by certain suppliers whose GST registrations were cancelled, including cases of cancellation ab-initio. According to the show cause notice, such input tax credit is considered inadmissible under Section 16 of the CGST Act, 2017.
The specific allegations include:
- Non-fulfillment of conditions prescribed under Section 16(2)(a) and 16(2)(c)
- Non-payment of tax by the suppliers to the government
- Failure to reverse ineligible input tax credit within prescribed time, contravening Section 39(7) of the CGST Act, 2017
- Alleged contravention of Section 50 of the CGST Act, 2017 regarding non-payment of applicable interest
Company's Response and Impact Assessment
| Aspect: | Company's Position |
|---|---|
| Current Status: | Reviewing the notice |
| Compliance Belief: | Has complied with applicable GST laws |
| Response Timeline: | Within prescribed timelines |
| Financial Impact: | No immediate material impact foreseen |
| Operational Impact: | No immediate material impact foreseen |
Praveg Limited stated that it believes it has complied with applicable GST laws and regulations and has adequate grounds to substantiate its position. The company is currently preparing a suitable response to be filed within the prescribed timelines.
Financial Implications
The total amount involved in the show cause notice is INR 19,10,758, plus applicable interest and penalty as may be determined by the authorities. However, the company has assessed that it does not foresee any immediate material impact on its financials, operations, or other activities while the matter is under review.
The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, ensuring transparency with stakeholders regarding this regulatory development.
Historical Stock Returns for Praveg
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +11.84% | +15.20% | +8.59% | -24.88% | -57.55% | +265.97% |
How might this GST investigation affect Praveg Limited's vendor selection and due diligence processes going forward?
Could this case set a precedent for increased GST scrutiny of input tax credit claims across the hospitality and communications sector?
What potential impact could additional penalties and interest charges have on Praveg's cash flow if the authorities rule against them?


































