Ministry of Finance has issued Office Order No. 03/2025, marking a significant step in operationalizing the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) by detailing the allocation of benches and appointed members across India. This article breaks down the structure, jurisdictional distribution and functional implications of the order, helping taxpayers and professionals understand how GST disputes will be handled going forward. Team Prime Accountants breaks it down for you.

The government has introduced a one-time extension window for filing GST appeals, offering taxpayers a final opportunity to resolve pending disputes before the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) becomes fully operational across India. This move is expected to ease the transition into a structured appellate system while reducing litigation backlog and ensuring smoother dispute resolution under GST. Team Prime Accountants breaks it down for you.

Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has issued a formal advisory addressing the pre-deposit payment requirement while filing an appeal before the First Appellate Authority, clarifying how payments made through Form GST DRC-03 can and must be linked to the relevant demand order before the portal will recognise them. This is a practically significant clarification that every taxpayer, CA and GST litigator needs to understand.

Navigating the world of taxation can be daunting, especially for startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs). One of the most significant tax reforms in recent years is the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Understanding GST is crucial for any business owner, as it impacts pricing, cash flow, and compliance. This guide aims to demystify GST, providing practical insights tailored for startups and SMEs. A calculator and financial documents illustrating GST calculations. What is