In a move aimed at reducing the compliance burden for taxpayers, the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has issued a crucial advisory on May 14, 2025, regarding the GST Amnesty Scheme 2025 under Section 128A of the CGST Act. This update is especially beneficial for taxpayers who have already paid the tax demand but are still awaiting formal confirmation of appeal withdrawal from courts or appellate authorities.
Screenshot Now Valid Proof of Appeal Withdrawal
Under the GST Amnesty Scheme 2025, taxpayers can claim a full waiver of interest and penalties if the principal tax amount is paid on or before March 31, 2025. A key condition to avail of this waiver is that no appeal should be pending against the tax demand.
Earlier, taxpayers had to wait for official withdrawal orders from appellate authorities—a process often delayed by weeks. However, the n
ew GSTN advisory removes this bottleneck by permitting taxpayers to upload a screenshot from their GST portal showing the appeal status as “Appeal Withdrawn.” This screenshot acts as valid proof and can be attached during or even after submitting the waiver application.
How It Works: Appeal Withdrawal Status
According to GSTN, there are two scenarios for updating appeal status in the system:
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Before final acknowledgment (APL-02): The system will automatically update the appeal status to “Appeal Withdrawn”.
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After final acknowledgment: The appellate authority must approve the withdrawal, after which the system updates the status accordingly.
Once the status reads “Appeal Withdrawn,” the taxpayer can upload the screenshot and proceed with the waiver application.
⚠️ Important: As per Rule 164(7) of the CGST Rules, taxpayers must upload the formal court or tribunal withdrawal order within one month of waiver approval.
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Final Deadline: June 30, 2025
Taxpayers aiming to benefit from this amnesty must act before the application deadline of June 30, 2025. If the principal tax is paid and an appeal withdrawal is requested, upload your portal screenshot now and secure your waiver without waiting for court confirmations.
Summary: What You Need to Do:
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Pay your GST tax demand before March 31, 2025
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Withdraw any pending appeal
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Upload a screenshot from GST portal showing “Appeal Withdrawn”
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Submit the formal withdrawal order within 30 days
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Apply before June 30, 2025
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