SBI Life Insurance Receives GST Order with ₹70.88 Lakh Tax Demand from Chennai Authorities
SBI Life Insurance received a GST order from Chennai tax authorities, demanding ₹70.88 lakhs for FY 2021-2022. The order relates to Input Tax Credit reversal under CGST Act. The demand includes ₹40.15 lakhs in tax, ₹26.71 lakhs in interest, and ₹4.02 lakhs in penalties. The company plans to appeal against the order through proper legal channels.

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SBI Life Insurance Company Limited has received a GST order from tax authorities in Chennai, resulting in a total demand of ₹70.88 lakhs for the financial year 2021-2022. The company disclosed this development through a regulatory filing under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
GST Order Details
The order was issued by the Deputy Commissioner (ST) -III Large Tax Payers Unit Chennai-35 under Section-73 of the SGST and CGST Act 2017. The primary issue relates to the demand for reversal of Input Tax Credit (ITC) under section 17(5) of the CGST Act, 2017, applicable to the financial year 2021-2022.
Financial Implications
The total financial impact on SBI Life Insurance amounts to ₹70.88 lakhs, broken down as follows:
| Component | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Tax Amount | 40,15,294 |
| Interest | 26,71,216 |
| Penalty | 4,01,530 |
| Total Demand | 70,88,040 |
The penalty component of ₹4.02 lakhs represents the sanction imposed by the authorities as part of the order.
Company's Response Strategy
SBI Life Insurance has outlined its plan to contest the GST order through proper legal channels. The company stated it will file an appeal against the order before the competent authority or appellate tribunal, following the applicable provisions under the Goods and Service Tax Act.
This approach indicates the company's intention to challenge the tax demand through the established legal framework for GST disputes. The appeal process will allow the company to present its case and seek relief from the imposed demand.
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was made in compliance with 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 company provided comprehensive details as required under Schedule III of the listing regulations, ensuring transparency regarding the nature, financial implications, and planned response to the GST order.
Historical Stock Returns for SBI Life Insurance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.52% | +2.62% | +3.62% | +15.24% | +43.10% | +123.82% |















































