Nestlé India Limited has received an Order-in-Appeal from the Principal Commissioner of GST and Central Excise (Appeals – II) concerning the tax period 2017-2020. The appellate authority has partially allowed the company’s appeal, confirming a reduced tax liability of approximately ₹1,29,69,981, along with applicable interest and a reduced penalty of about ₹12,96,998. The company stated there is no material impact on its financials or operations and is exploring options to challenge this order.
GST Appellate Authority Order Received
Nestlé India Limited has announced the receipt of an Order-in-Appeal from the Office of the Principal Commissioner of GST and Central Excise (Appeals – II) in Chennai. This order pertains to the tax period from 2017 to 2020 and was issued under Section 73 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The company received this order on September 9, 2026.
Key Details of the Order
The Appellate Authority has partially allowed Nestlé India’s appeal. The key outcomes of the order include:
- Confirmation of a reduced tax liability under the CGST/SGST Act, 2017, amounting to approximately ₹1,29,69,981.
- Confirmation of applicable interest on the reduced tax liability.
- Confirmation of a reduced penalty amounting to approximately ₹12,96,998.
Impact and Future Actions
Nestlé India has stated that there is no material impact on the company’s financials, operations, or other activities as a result of this order. The company is currently exploring various options to challenge the aforementioned order.
Source: BSE
