Alkem Laboratories Receives GST Demand Order of ₹3.82 Lakh from Kerala Tax Authorities
Alkem Laboratories received a GST demand order worth ₹3.82 lakh from Kerala tax authorities for FY2021-22, comprising ₹2.05 lakh in GST demand, ₹41,019 penalty, and ₹1.35 lakh interest. The company disagrees with the excess ITC availment allegations and plans to file an appeal, stating no material impact on operations.

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Alkem Laboratories Limited has disclosed receiving a GST demand order from Kerala tax authorities, marking a regulatory development that the pharmaceutical company plans to contest through legal channels.
GST Demand Details
The company received an order from the State Tax Officer, Taxpayer Services Circle, Thrippunithura Ernakulam Kerala, on December 24, 2025. The demand pertains to FY2021-22 operations under the company's Kerala GSTIN.
| Component: | Amount |
|---|---|
| GST Demand: | ₹2,05,095 |
| Penalty: | ₹41,019 |
| Interest: | ₹1,35,733 |
| Total Liability: | ₹3,81,847 |
The demand has been raised under applicable provisions of the IGST Act, 2017, with the primary allegation being excess availment of Input Tax Credit (ITC).
Company's Response and Legal Action
Alkem Laboratories has clearly stated its disagreement with the demand order and confirmed its intention to contest the same. The company is in the process of taking appropriate actions, including filing an appeal against the order.
The pharmaceutical company emphasized that it does not agree with the allegations made in the demand order, setting the stage for a legal challenge to the tax authorities' assessment.
Financial Impact Assessment
According to the company's disclosure, there is no material impact expected on its financial, operational, or other activities. The relatively modest amount of ₹3.82 lakh appears manageable for the large-cap pharmaceutical company.
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company noted that the order was received on December 24, 2025, and the intimation was submitted on the first working day following receipt of the order, demonstrating compliance with regulatory timelines.
The information has been made available on the company's website at www.alkemlabs.com , ensuring transparency for stakeholders and investors.
Historical Stock Returns for Alkem Laboratories
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