The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Department is conducting a special two-month long drive to check fake GST registrations. The drive will be conducted from May 16, 2023 to July 15, 2023.

The GST Department is taking this step to curb the menace of fake GST registrations. Fake GST registrations are used by unscrupulous elements to evade taxes and commit other financial crimes.

During the drive, the GST Department will verify the genuineness of GST registrations. The department will also check whether the registered entities are actually carrying on business.

If any fake GST registrations are found, the GST Department will take strict action against the erring parties. The action may include cancellation of registration, imposition of penalty, and prosecution.

The GST Department has urged taxpayers to cooperate with the drive. Taxpayers are advised to verify the genuineness of GST registrations before entering into any business transactions.

Here are some tips for taxpayers to verify the genuineness of GST registrations: Check the GSTIN on the GST website. Verify the PAN and address of the registered entity. Call the registered entity to confirm their existence.

If you have any doubts about the genuineness of a GST registration, you can contact the GST helpline. The GST Department has also urged taxpayers to report any suspected cases of fake GST registrations to the department.

You can report such cases on the GST website or by calling the GST helpline. By cooperating with the GST Department's drive, we can help to curb the menace of fake GST registrations and ensure that the GST system is fair and transparent.