Vodafone Idea Ltd has received a GST penalty order worth ₹64,91,101 from the Joint Commissioner of State Tax, Nava Raipur, for alleged excess Input Tax Credit claims during FY 2021-22. The company disputes the order and intends to pursue legal remedies for rectification or reversal. The financial impact is limited to the tax demand, interest, and penalty levied.
Vodafone Idea Ltd has disclosed a recent regulatory filing regarding a GST penalty order passed under Section 73 of the CGST/SGST/IGST Act, 2017. The order, received on December 26, 2025, was issued by the Joint Commissioner of State Tax, Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The penalty amount stands at ₹64,91,101, along with applicable tax demand and interest.
The tax authorities allege that Vodafone Idea claimed excess Input Tax Credit during the financial year 2021-22. The company has clearly stated that it does not agree with the findings and will take appropriate legal action to seek rectification or reversal of the order.
Key Highlights
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Vodafone Idea received a GST penalty order of ₹64,91,101 from the Joint Commissioner of State Tax, Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh, on December 26, 2025.
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The order pertains to alleged excess Input Tax Credit claims during FY 2021-22.
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The financial impact is restricted to the tax demand, interest, and penalty imposed.
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Vodafone Idea has disagreed with the order and will pursue legal remedies for rectification or reversal.
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The disclosure was made in compliance with SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Source: Vodafone Idea Ltd Regulatory Filing (NSE/BSE Corporate Announcements)