Recovery of service tax with interest and penalty - entitlement ...

Appellant Granted Opportunity to Submit Documents for Service Tax Recovery Under VCES Scheme Despite Initial Non-Compliance.

February 29, 2024

Case Laws     Service Tax     AT

Recovery of service tax with interest and penalty - entitlement to the benefit of the VCES Scheme -Despite directions from the Commissioner (Appeals) to produce necessary documents, the appellant failed to comply, which undermined their case. - The tribunal observed that the burden of proof is on the appellant to substantiate their claims, particularly regarding VCES compliance, exemption under the threshold limit, and classification of services. - Despite the appellant's non-compliance, the court, in the interest of justice, grants another opportunity for the appellant to produce relevant documents in support of their submissions.

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