IIT-Delhi Faces Rs 120 Crore GST Demand on Research Funding



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The Indian Institute of Technology-Delhi (IIT-D) has received a show-cause notice from the Directorate General of GST Intelligence demanding ₹120 crore in GST, along with interest and penalties, for research funding received between 2017 and 2022. The Ministry of Education has labelled the notice "unfortunate" and a "misinterpretation" of the law, stating that government-funded research should be exempt. This situation highlights a broader concern within the education sector, as other institutions are also facing similar GST demands, potentially impacting research and increasing educational costs.

Introduction The Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax (GST) Intelligence has issued a show-cause notice to the Indian Institute of Technology-Delhi (IIT-D), demanding ₹120 crore in GST on research funding received between 2017 and 2022. The notice, which also includes interest and penaltie
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FAQ :

IIT-Delhi has been issued a demand for ₹120 crore in GST, which also includes interest and penalties.

The GST demand pertains to research funding received by IIT-Delhi between the years 2017 and 2022.

The Ministry of Education considers the notice "unfortunate" and a "misinterpretation" of the law, asserting that government-funded research should be exempt from GST.

Yes, several other educational institutions, including central universities, IITs, and state-run and private universities, have reportedly received similar notices from GST authorities.

Concerns have been raised that these demands could place a financial burden on institutions, discourage research, and increase the overall cost of education.




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