FORM DRC-01 in GST: All About the Demand and Recovery Certificate

• GST officials issue DRC 01 or Demand and Recovery Certificate 01 in case of a mismatch between the claimed and available ITC(input tax credit).
• It is a type of show cause notice which is also issued when the amount of GST paid is less than the assessed liability.
• Form DRC 01 mentions a reference number. The reference number serves as a specific identifier and simplifies further correspondences.

The demand and recovery proceedings under the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) involve different forms for the issuance of notices, intimations, acknowledgements, etc.Form DRC 01 is one such form used by the authorities to issue a notice for discrepancies observed in tax liabilities .In this blog, you will understand all about this Form and decode its key components to simplify replying to the notice. Let’s begin.

GST officials issue DRC 01 or Demand and Recovery Certificate 01 in case of a mismatch between the claimed and available ITC (input tax credit) . It is a type of show cause notice issued when the GST paid is less than the assessed liability.This form bears a unique reference number, making further communication and tracking easier. Also Read: How Does GST Work in India?

Form DRC 01 is useful in resolving the ITC mismatch. It provides concise and comprehensive details on the reason behind the tax demand raised by the tax officer. It also facilitates systematic and standardised communication between the GSTIN (goods and services tax identification number) holder and the tax officer, minimising tax revenue losses for the government.Except for composition taxable GSTINs, Form DRC 01 applies to regular taxpayers, casual taxpayers, commerce operators, and GSTIN holders who have voluntarily opted out of the GST composition scheme.

Reference Number Form DRC 01 mentions a reference number. The reference number serves as a specific identifier and simplifies further correspondences. Details of the Receiver This section captures the details of the receiver to whom the notice is issued. It includes the GSTIN/ID of the taxpayer, name and address. Tax Period Following the receiver’s details is the tax period. Form DRC 01 mentions the period during which the discrepancies or ITC mismatch are observed.

Applicable Section/Sub-section

The Form specifically mentions the section/subsection under which the SCN (Show Cause Notice) is issued. It also states the SCN Reference Number. Summary The brief facts of the case, grounds, and tax and other dues are mentioned in this section. In fact, the details about tax and other dues are tabulated to cover the tax period, act, place of supply, tax/cess, etc.

As soon as you receive Form DRC 01, it is important to pay the relevant demand/mismatch/dues or reply to the SCN in DRC 06 format. It is crucial to complete this within the stipulated period. Failure to do so may result in your GSTR 1 access being blocked.In case you wish to reply to Form DRC 01 in DRC 06 format, here are the steps normally followed. You may also reach out to your financial advisor for guidance.

• Step 1: Go to thepage showing the notice details and click ‘Reply’.
• Step 2: Write your reply along with the supporting reasoning.
• Step 3: Attach the relative documents supporting your reply.
• Step 4: Go through your reply, and then click on the option allowing you to submit your reply.
• Step 5: Finally, complete the validation through DSC (Digital Signature Certificate) or EVC (electronic verification code).

Calculate your tax liability using an online GST calculator and claim the eligible ITC. However, there could be instances of ITC mismatch. In such cases, pay the requisite dues/reply to DRC 01 in GST within the stipulated time to avoid subsequent consequences. As mentioned above, it may result in your GSTR 1 access getting blocked, making it difficult for you to report your GST transactions. This may affect your business operations in turn.You can further streamline your business operations by pumping in additional funds required through a business loan. There are different types of business loans you can explore. Talk to a representative from Aditya Birla Capital for more details.