REG-17 — Show-cause notice for cancellation of GST registration | GST | RushTax

Q: What is the deadline to respond?

You have 7 days from the date the notice is issued. Registration is cancelled by issuing REG-19 order. Cancellation affects the ability to file returns and claim ITC by customers.

Explanation

Show-cause notice for cancellation of GST registration

Trigger: Issued when the officer proposes to cancel GST registration — e.g., for non-filing of returns, fraudulent registration, or business closure.

Reply required within: 7 days.

Consequence if ignored: Registration is cancelled by issuing REG-19 order. Cancellation affects the ability to file returns and claim ITC by customers.

How to reply: File REG-18 within 7 days. If non-filing is the reason, file all pending returns and pay dues before submitting the reply. Provide evidence of business activity.

If ignored

Registration is cancelled by issuing REG-19 order. Cancellation affects the ability to file returns and claim ITC by customers.

How to respond

File REG-18 within 7 days. If non-filing is the reason, file all pending returns and pay dues before submitting the reply. Provide evidence of business activity.

Deadline

You have 7 days from the date of issue to respond. Do not ignore — non-response triggers automatic consequences.

Related terms and sections

REG-17 REG-18 REG-19 Rule 22(1)cancellation GST registration GST notice