Go Digit General Insurance Faces Re-affirmed GST Demand of ₹154.80 Crores
Go Digit General Insurance Limited received an order on March 6, 2026, from Chennai GST authorities re-affirming a demand of ₹1,54,80,63,840 plus penalty of ₹15,48,45,482 for the period July 2017 to March 2022. The demand relates to non-payment of GST on co-insurance premium and reinsurance commission, which the company describes as an industry-wide issue. This follows the Bombay High Court's earlier direction in July 2025 to re-adjudicate the matter. The company plans to pursue an appeal and evaluate other legal actions against the order.

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Go Digit General Insurance Limited has received a fresh order from tax authorities re-affirming a significant GST demand, marking a new development in an ongoing tax litigation matter that spans several years.
Order Details and Financial Impact
The company received the order copy on March 6, 2026, at 5:05 p.m. from the Office of Commissioner of GST & Central Excise, Chennai South Commissionerate. The order confirms substantial financial implications for the insurer:
| Component | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| GST Demand | 1,54,80,63,840 |
| Penalty | 15,48,45,482 |
| Interest | Under section 50 of CGST Act, 2017 |
| Period Covered | July 2017 to March 2022 |
Background and Previous Developments
This latest order follows a previous intimation dated July 4, 2025, when the Hon'ble High Court of Bombay had set aside the original demand of ₹154.80 crores and penalty of ₹15.48 crores, totaling ₹170.29 crores. The court had directed the Adjudicating Authority to decide the matters afresh in light of the decision of the GST Council and relevant circulars.
Nature of Tax Issues
The GST demand stems from two primary areas of non-compliance identified by the authorities:
- Non-payment of GST on co-insurance premium received as follower in co-insurance transactions
- Non-payment of GST on reinsurance commission deducted from reinsurance premium ceded to various Indian and Foreign reinsurers
Company's Response and Next Steps
Go Digit General Insurance has characterized this matter as an industry-wide issue affecting the broader insurance sector. The company has outlined its immediate response strategy:
| Action Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Legal Evaluation | Assessing legal advice on order implications |
| Appeal Process | Planning to pursue an appeal against the order |
| Alternative Actions | Evaluating other appropriate actions including writ petition filing |
| Current Impact | No financial impact at this stage |
Regulatory Compliance
The company has fulfilled its disclosure obligations under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations, providing comprehensive details about the communication received from tax authorities. The disclosure includes all material contents of the communication and expected financial implications, ensuring transparency with stakeholders about this significant development in the ongoing tax litigation matter.
Historical Stock Returns for Go Digit General Insurance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.55% | -2.43% | +7.08% | -5.34% | +11.75% | +9.53% |


































