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Bajaj Electricals Limited has received an appellate order confirming a Goods and Services Tax (GST) demand of ₹2.69 crore, including a ₹0.14 crore penalty.
The order, dated May 8, 2026, pertains to alleged liabilities for the fiscal year 2020-21 concerning the Reverse Charge Mechanism and input tax credit. Bajaj Electricals disclosed the receipt of this order on May 9, 2026.
This ruling upholds a prior assessment order, solidifying the tax authority's stance. The confirmation means Bajaj Electricals may need to pay the total amount, although the company is currently evaluating its options for further legal recourse.
Despite the confirmed demand, Bajaj Electricals' management has assured that the matter will not impact operational or other business activities.
Investors will be monitoring the company's decision on whether to challenge this order further, which could lead to additional legal expenses and financial outflow if subsequent appeals are unsuccessful. There is also a potential for increased scrutiny from tax authorities on the company's practices related to Reverse Charge Mechanism and input tax credit.
Bajaj Electricals is a prominent Indian company manufacturing consumer electrical products like fans, home appliances, and lighting, and also provides engineering and project services. The company operates within India's complex regulatory environment, including Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance.
The company's next steps regarding potential appeals, along with any future management commentary on tax provisions or payments related to this matter, will be closely watched.