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2013 (10) TMI 907 - AT - Service TaxWaiver of pre deposit - Held that - Tribunal in the case of BASP Industries (2011 (6) TMI 389 - CESTAT, MUMBAI) has allowed cenvat credit of service tax paid on telephone installed and in the case of Hindustan Zinc Ltd. (2009 (4) TMI 129 - CESTAT, BANGALORE) allowed cenvat credit of service tax paid on security services provided in colony security, transport services for employees etc. In these circumstances, I find that the applicants are able to make out a prima facie case for total waiver of pre-deposit. Therefore, pre-deposit of the dues adjudged is waived and recovery thereof is stayed during the pendency of the appeal - stay granted.
Issues: Application for waiver of pre-deposit of Cenvat Credit and penalty under Sec. 11 AC of the Central Excise Act.
Analysis: The applicants, engaged in manufacturing motor vehicles and parts falling under specific chapters of the Central Excise Act, filed an application for waiver of pre-deposit of Cenvat Credit and penalty amounting to Rs. 7,25,861/- each. The dispute arose from the denial of Cenvat Credit on service tax paid for various services, including security services, repairs, and installations. The applicants argued citing precedents where Cenvat Credit on similar services was allowed by the Tribunal. The Ld. Addl. Commissioner opposed the waiver, referring to a case where Cenvat Credit on security services was not permitted. However, the Tribunal found merit in the applicant's arguments, noting precedents where Cenvat Credit on similar services was allowed. Consequently, the Tribunal granted total waiver of pre-deposit and stayed the recovery of dues during the appeal's pendency, thereby allowing the stay petition. This judgment highlights the importance of precedents in deciding on the waiver of pre-deposit of Cenvat Credit and penalties under the Central Excise Act. The Tribunal considered past decisions where Cenvat Credit on services such as telephone installations and security services was allowed, leading to a favorable outcome for the applicants. The analysis underscores the significance of establishing a prima facie case based on legal precedents to support the waiver application effectively. The decision also emphasizes the Tribunal's authority to grant a stay on recovery during the appeal process, ensuring fairness and due process for the parties involved.
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