HC determined that the contractor was liable to pay GST at 18% ...

Contractor Wins 6% GST Reimbursement Claim as Contract Mandates Full Tax Recovery from Principal Party

February 25, 2025

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HC determined that the contractor was liable to pay GST at 18% on taxable turnover from works contract, while respondent had only reimbursed 12%. Based on contractual obligations requiring full GST reimbursement, which remained uncontested, respondent must pay the differential 6% GST amount. Court directed respondent to reimburse contractor for the difference between GST paid (18%) and amount already reimbursed (12%). Additionally, any interest charges levied by GST authorities for late payment must also be reimbursed by respondent. Writ petition disposed with directions for differential GST reimbursement.

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HC determined that the contractor was liable to pay GST at 18% ...

Contractor Wins 6% GST Reimbursement Claim as Contract Mandates Full Tax Recovery from Principal Party

February 25, 2025

Case Laws GST HC

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