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GST Audit and Reconciliation in Delhi NCR

GST mismatches get noticed. We reconcile your books with your GST returns, file GSTR-9C where required, review your input tax credit and support you when the department audits you.

  • Chartered Accountant led
  • Written scope and fee before we start
  • Delhi NCR, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh
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₹5 croreGSTR-9C turnover limit
GSTR-9CReconciliation statement
Health checkVoluntary review

What is a GST audit?

A GST audit is a verification of a taxpayer's records against the GST returns. For taxpayers above ₹5 crore turnover, the annual GSTR-9C reconciliation is self-certified. The department can also audit any registered person. A voluntary GST health check helps find errors before an officer does.

Guide

GST Audit and Reconciliation: what you should know

Types of GST audit

GST audit can mean the annual reconciliation certified by a professional where required, a departmental audit by tax officers, or a voluntary review. The departmental audit looks at your returns, books and credit claims. A voluntary review finds issues before an officer does.

What we check

We reconcile books with GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and GSTR-9, test input credit eligibility and blocked credits, check reverse charge, place of supply, rate classification and e-invoicing, and review refunds and notices.

What you get

A written report with issues ranked by risk, the possible tax and interest impact, and steps to correct them, including voluntary payment through the right form where it reduces penalty.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Taking credit on blocked items
  • Wrong classification and rate
  • Ignoring reverse charge
General information based on the law as we understand it today. Rules, rates and due dates change, so confirm your own case with a Chartered Accountant.

Who it is for

Who needs GST Audit and Reconciliation?

1

Businesses above the GSTR-9C limit

2

Taxpayers who received an audit intimation

3

Companies with large input tax credit claims

4

Businesses that want an annual GST health check

Documents required for GST Audit and Reconciliation

  • Audited financial statements
  • GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and GSTR-9 for the year
  • Sales and purchase registers and ledgers
  • GSTR-2B and input tax credit working
  • Invoices, e-way bills and reconciliation statements

Timeline and fees

Usually 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the volume of data.

The fee depends on the scope, the volume of work and the timeline. We share a written scope and fee before we start, and there are no hidden charges.

Our process

How we handle GST Audit and Reconciliation

Every step is handled by our team, with updates at each stage.

  1. 1

    Collect returns and books

    All returns and books for the year gathered.

  2. 2

    Reconcile turnover and tax

    Books compared with GSTR-1, 3B and 9.

  3. 3

    Review input tax credit

    ITC checked against GSTR-2B and eligibility.

  4. 4

    Prepare GSTR-9C

    Reconciliation statement and reasons for differences.

  5. 5

    Fix and file

    Differences rectified and the form filed.

FAQ

GST Audit and Reconciliation: frequently asked questions

Is a CA certificate still needed for GSTR-9C?

No. Since 2021 the reconciliation statement is self-certified by the taxpayer, but many businesses use a CA to prepare it accurately.

What is a departmental GST audit?

The GST officer can audit a registered person's records to check compliance. You are given notice and must provide the records.

What does a GST health check include?

A review of your registrations, returns, input tax credit, e-invoicing and e-way bill compliance to find risk areas.

What happens if there is a mismatch in my returns?

The mismatch can lead to a notice demanding tax, interest and penalty. Correcting it early reduces the exposure.

Is GST audit mandatory?

Reconciliation certification requirements have changed over time. We confirm what applies to you for the year.

What if audit finds errors?

Correct them and pay the difference with interest, which usually costs less than a notice.

Can you help during a departmental audit?

Yes, we prepare records and respond to the officer.

Get in touch

Talk to a Chartered Accountant about GST Audit and Reconciliation

Share a few details and we will reply within one working day with the scope, timeline and fee.

Call +91 92788 13303