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GST Notice Forms in India: A Comprehensive Guide (Types & Purpose)

Abhishek Raja Ram
Abhishek Raja Ram at July 14, 2025

GST Notice Forms in India

Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the various types of GST notices in India, categorized into groups and sub-groups based on their purposes. This structured format will provide you with clear insights into each group and the associated forms.

GST Notices


Form Name

Purpose

REG-03

Notice seeking additional information or clarification regarding GST registration.

REG-17

Show cause notice for cancellation of GST registration.

REG-23

Notice proposing rejection of revocation application for GST registration.

GST Notices Related to Registration


Form Name

Purpose

GSTR-3A

Notice for non-filing of returns; reminder to file pending returns and pay dues.

ASMT-10

Notice for discrepancy in returns during scrutiny; seeks explanation or correction.

GST Return notices


Form Name

Purpose

ASMT-02

Notice seeking additional information for provisional assessment.

ASMT-06

Notice seeking additional information for final assessment.

ADT-01

Notice for audit and assessment; informs about initiation of a GST audit.

GST Assessment and audit notices


Form Name

Purpose

DRC-01

Demand notice for recovery of unpaid or short-paid tax, interest, or penalties.

DRC-10

Notice for auction of goods for recovery of dues.

DRC-17

Notice for recovery proceedings under section 79(1)(b) of the GST Act.

GST Demand notices


Form Name

Purpose

RFD-08

Notice for rejection of refund applications.

GST Refund rejection notices


Form Name

Purpose

CMP-05

Notice to composition scheme dealers regarding eligibility.

PCT-03

Notice to GST practitioners for misconduct; proposes cancellation of their license.

GST Special scheme notices


Form Name

Purpose

GST-INV-01

Summons for inquiry or investigation, typically in fraud or evasion cases.

GST Investigations notices


This grouping helps clarify the purpose of each form and streamlines understanding of the GST notice process in India

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Abhishek Raja Ram

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