Prism Johnson Limited Receives ₹87.46 Lakh Penalty Order from Central GST Commissioner
Prism Johnson Limited disclosed receiving a penalty order of ₹87,46,339 from the Central GST Commissioner for alleged wrong Cenvat Credit availment during October-November 2013. The company plans to appeal the order and states it will have no material impact on financials or operations.

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Prism Johnson Limited has received a penalty order from the Central Goods & Service Tax Commissioner regarding alleged irregularities in Cenvat Credit availment from over a decade ago. The company disclosed this development to stock exchanges on March 2, 2026, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Penalty Details and Background
The penalty order was issued by the Office of the Commissioner of Central Goods & Service Tax & Central Excise, Jabalpur, dated February 25, 2026. The company received the order via email on March 2, 2026.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Penalty Amount: | ₹87,46,339 |
| Legal Provision: | Rule 15 of Cenvat Credit Rules, 2004 read with Section 11AC of Central Excise Act, 1944 |
| Alleged Period: | October 2013 to November 2013 |
| Issue: | Wrong availment of Cenvat Credit of Excise Duty |
Company's Response and Next Steps
Prism Johnson Limited has announced its intention to file an appeal against the penalty order. The company is exercising its legal right to challenge the Commissioner's decision through the appropriate appellate channels.
The company has specifically stated that the penalty will have no material impact on its financial position, operational activities, or other business functions. This assessment suggests that the penalty amount, while significant in absolute terms, is manageable within the company's current financial framework.
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. This regulation mandates listed companies to inform stock exchanges about material events that could impact investor decisions.
The communication was addressed to both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited, where the company's shares are listed under the codes PRSMJOHNSN and 500338 respectively. The disclosure was signed by Shailesh Dholakia, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of Prism Johnson Limited.
Historical Stock Returns for Prism Johnson
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.64% | +1.27% | +6.68% | -14.40% | +6.01% | +22.00% |


































