Alkem Laboratories Receives GST Demand Order Worth ₹9.72 Crores for FY2021-22
Alkem Laboratories received a GST demand order worth ₹9.72 crores from West Bengal tax authorities for FY2021-22, comprising ₹5.21 crores in tax demand, ₹3.89 crores in interest, and ₹0.62 crores in penalty. The order alleges violations related to Reverse Charge Mechanism and excess Input Tax Credit availment. The company disagrees with the allegations and plans to file an appeal, stating no material impact is expected on its operations.

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Alkem Laboratories Limited has disclosed receiving a significant GST demand order from West Bengal tax authorities, totaling ₹9.72 crores for the financial year 2021-22. The pharmaceutical company made this disclosure on December 30, 2025, under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
GST Order Details
The demand order was issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Large Taxpayer Unit, Corporate Division, West Bengal, and was received by the company on December 29, 2025. The order pertains to the company's West Bengal GSTIN for FY2021-22.
| Component: | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| GST Demand: | 5,20,601 |
| Interest: | 3,89,167 |
| Penalty: | 62,098 |
| Total Demand: | 9,71,866 |
The demand has been raised under the applicable provisions of the Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) Act, 2017, Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, 2017, and State Goods and Services Tax (SGST) Act, 2017.
Nature of Alleged Violations
The GST demand order primarily alleges two main issues:
- Reverse Charge Mechanism: Alleged non-compliance with GST levy requirements under the reverse charge mechanism
- Input Tax Credit: Alleged excess availment of Input Tax Credit beyond permissible limits
The company has clearly stated that it does not agree with the allegations made in the demand order and intends to challenge the same through appropriate legal remedies.
Company's Response and Next Steps
Alkem Laboratories has indicated that it is in the process of taking appropriate action against the order, including filing an appeal with the relevant appellate authority. The company's response demonstrates its intention to contest the demand through established legal channels available under the GST framework.
Financial Impact Assessment
According to the company's disclosure, there is no material impact expected on the financial, operational, or other activities of the organization from this GST order. This assessment suggests that the company views the demand as contestable and expects to successfully challenge it through the appellate process.
The disclosure has been made available on the company's official website at www.alkemlabs.com , ensuring transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements for investor information.
Historical Stock Returns for Alkem Laboratories
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.10% | +6.14% | +3.57% | +20.79% | +4.27% | +90.68% |
















































