NIIT Limited Receives Rs. 1.79 Crore GST Show Cause Notice Over Input Tax Credit Mismatch

NIIT Limited has received a Show Cause Notice under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) law from the Deputy Commissioner of State Tax, Nodal Office 06, Bandra West, Mumbai. The notice pertains to the financial year 2021-22 and involves a total amount of Rs. 1.79 crore.

According to the disclosure, the notice was issued on September 26, 2025. The tax department has raised a demand consisting of a tax component of Rs. 0.94 crore, interest of Rs. 0.76 crore, and a penalty of Rs. 0.09 crore.

The notice alleges that the company claimed Input Tax Credit (ITC) in its GST returns that was not reflected in the GSTR-2A, 2B, or 8A statements, which are auto-generated based on supplier data. Due to this mismatch, certain ITC claims have been disallowed, resulting in the proposed demand.

In its response, NIIT Limited stated that the Show Cause Notice is not tenable and that it will file a detailed reply within the prescribed time. The company also clarified that, based on its initial assessment, the notice will not have any adverse impact on its financial position or operations. NIIT intends to present its case before the tax authorities and expects a favourable outcome.

A Show Cause Notice is a preliminary communication from tax authorities asking the taxpayer to explain or justify certain claims before a final order is passed. Such notices are part of routine tax compliance proceedings.

NIIT Limited, headquartered in Gurugram, is a global talent development company that offers learning and training solutions to individuals and enterprises across industries. Established in 1981, NIIT operates in more than 30 countries and is known for its work in education, corporate training, and digital learning solutions. The company’s shares are listed on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

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