Eternal Limited (formerly Zomato) has received two GST demand orders from West Bengal tax authorities, totaling INR 16.72 crore plus interest of INR 9.16 crore and penalty of INR 1.67 crore. The orders, pertaining to the period from April 2020 to March 2022, are being contested by the company, which believes it has a strong case. The company plans to file appeals against the orders.
GST Demand Orders Received
Eternal Limited has received two orders from the Additional Commissioner of State Tax (Appeals), West Bengal, confirming GST demand for the period covering April 2020 to March 2022. These orders were officially received on January 8, 2026.
Financial Impact and Details
The total GST demand confirmed amounts to INR 16,72,34,030. In addition to the GST demand, the orders include an interest component of INR 9,16,48,814 and a penalty of INR 1,67,23,404.
Company’s Response
Eternal Limited stated that they have a strong case on merits, supported by external legal and tax advisors. The company intends to file appeals against the orders with the appropriate authority.
Order Details: April 2020 to March 2021
The GST demand for the period from April 2020 to March 2021 is INR 5,59,54,318, with interest of INR 3,69,67,792 and a penalty of INR 55,95,432.
Order Details: April 2021 to March 2022
The GST demand for the period from April 2021 to March 2022 is INR 11,12,79,712, with interest of INR 5,46,81,022 and a penalty of INR 1,11,27,972.
Source: BSE
