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2013 (12) TMI 1374 - AT - Service Tax


Issues: Liability to Service Tax, Application of penalty waiver provisions

Liability to Service Tax:
The judgment revolves around the liability of the appellant towards Service Tax for engineering consultancy services received. The appellant initially failed to pay the full amount of Service Tax, prompting the Central Excise officer to issue show cause notices. The appellant eventually paid the outstanding amount, but penalties under Sections 77 and 78 of the Finance Act, 1994 were imposed. The main issue was whether the penalty waiver provisions under Section 73(3) or Section 80 of the Finance Act, 1994 were applicable in this case.

Application of Penalty Waiver Provisions:
The key question before the Tribunal was whether the appellant's case warranted the application of penalty waiver provisions. Section 73(3) of the Finance Act, 1994 allows for the waiver of penalties if the taxpayer pays the outstanding amount before the issuance of a show cause notice. The appellant argued that they had paid the Service Tax promptly after being advised by the Assistant Commissioner, and that they were eligible for Cenvat credit. The Tribunal considered the circumstances, including the lack of qualified staff and the revenue-neutral situation, and concluded that the penalty imposed on the appellant was unjustified. They held that the penalties should be set aside, while upholding the payment of Service Tax and interest.

In conclusion, the judgment addressed the liability of the appellant towards Service Tax and the application of penalty waiver provisions under the Finance Act, 1994. The Tribunal found in favor of the appellant, setting aside the penalties imposed and affirming the payment of Service Tax and interest.

 

 

 

 

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