Got a GST or Customs Show Cause Notice?

And you’re left wondering — is this genuine, do we actually owe this, and how should we even respond? We help you find clarity fast. Our GST show cause notice consultants in Bangalore help businesses review GST, Customs, and Service Tax notices and respond correctly within statutory timelines.
Book Your Expert Review – ₹4,999

The Problem

The truth about tax notices is this:

  • \Some notices are serious.
  • \Many are just clerical errors or overreach by the department.
  • \But most businesses can’t differentiate and end up either overpaying or under-preparing.

The Cost of Inaction

A single wrong move with a Tax Notice or SCN, or Order can mean:

  • \Demands running into lakhs or crores
  • \Refunds or incentives are rejected for frivolous reasons
  • \Stress, sleepless nights, and wasted management time
We’ve seen companies, especially in manufacturing, exports, and Alcobev, face financial distress because they didn’t respond correctly or on time.

Now, Imagine This Instead

Within 72 hours of uploading your notice or SCN:
  • \You know exactly what allegations are being made
  • \You know how your business facts stack up against the law
  • \You have clear guidance on what grounds, provisions, evidence, and judgments can support your defence
  • \You know your options: reply, appeal, rectify, or escalate — with timelines and risks mapped out

What You’ll Get (For ₹4,999)

  • \Review of your notice or SCN (GST, Customs, or legacy Service Tax)
  • \Allegation analysis: Line-by-line review of charges raised by the department
  • \Fact vs. law check: Comparing your facts against provisions and rules cited
  • \Defence strategy guidance: What grounds, documentary evidence, and past judicial precedents can be relied upon in reply or appeal
  • \Risk assessment: Is the demand valid, contestable, or an error?
  • \Clear written recommendation on immediate next steps (reply, appeal, rectify, or ignore)

Why Trust Unnathi Partners?

Because we’ve been on both sides — handling disputes and defending clients.
  • \Proven track record: Trusted by Ola, Terex, FMC, and many other startups & SMEs
  • \Ex-Big4 expertise: Our founder, Pradeep Reddy, spent 10 years at PwC and Deloitte before starting Unnathi Partners
  • \Sharp, founder-led reviews: Your notice isn’t handled by juniors — senior experts review it directly
  • \Clear + practical: We don’t drown you in jargon — we give you a defence blueprint you can act on

Who This Is For

Trusted by
OLATEREXFMC+ 50 SMEs
  • \SMEs and startups facing GST/Customs notice
  • \Companies served with Show Cause Notices (SCNs) unsure how to respond
  • \Businesses facing GST refund rejections or legacy Service Tax/VAT orders

Client Wins

IGST Refund on Exports — Challenged & Won in Full

Service exporter’s IGST refund was challenged by the GST officer over capital goods credit eligibility. We built the legal case under CGST provisions — refund sanctioned in full.

Import Shipment Stuck 4 Months at Customs — Cleared in 2.5 Weeks

Consignment held at Customs due to an IPR objection. We worked the documentation strategy and secured release in under 3 weeks — no litigation needed.

Critical Shipment at Bangalore Customs — Released Duty-Free

Every day of delay meant losses. We resolved the classification and exemption angle — shipment released duty-free within days.
  • \SCN Dropped Without Litigation
  • GST notice reopened despite closure — resolved cleanly at department level, no litigation needed.
  • \₹52 Lakh GST Refund Secured
  • Wrong IGST payment recovered under Section 54 — refund approved without delays or disputes.

Why Act Now

  • \Most GST and Customs SCNs require replies within 30 days. Every day you wait, the risk of penalties and escalation grows.
  • \Don’t leave it to chance. Get expert clarity in just 72 hours.

Frequently Asked Question

What if my SCN is very complex?
If it needs detailed drafting, we’ll flag it and suggest extended services. The ₹4,999 review ensures you don’t waste money upfront.
Will you draft the reply or represent us before the authorities?
This service covers review + recommendations. Drafting replies, appeals, or representation can be taken up separately.
How secure is my data?
It is 100% confidential. All documents are encrypted and handled only by senior experts.
Is ₹4,999 worth it?
Most GST and Customs SCNs involve demands of ₹5 lakh to several crores. A wrong reply — or no reply — can lead to an ex-parte order with interest and penalties stacked on top. Our ₹4,999 review gives you a senior CA’s full analysis within 72 hours: exactly what the department is alleging, whether it holds up legally, and what your best defence options are. If the notice is a clerical error, you’ll know immediately — saving you lakhs in unnecessary legal costs.

Don’t let a Show Cause Notice derail your business.

For ₹4,999, get peace of mind and a clear defence strategy in 72 hours.

How to Reply to a GST Show Cause Notice (SCN) — A Practical Guide

Receiving a GST Show Cause Notice (SCN) can be unsettling. But the right response — filed on time, with the correct legal grounds — can get the notice dropped entirely or significantly reduce your liability.

Step 1: Read the Notice Carefully Before Reacting

Not all SCNs are equal. Some allege tax evasion; others are purely procedural. Before you respond, understand exactly what allegation is being made, which section of the CGST/IGST Act has been invoked, and what the demand amount is. Many notices are issued for clerical mismatches or departmental errors — these can be resolved quickly with the right reply.

Step 2: Check the Response Deadline

Most GST SCNs give you 30 days to file a reply. Missing this deadline can result in an ex-parte order. As a GST SCN reply consultant, we ensure you never miss a statutory deadline.

Step 3: Build Your Defence on Facts + Law

A strong reply disputes the facts as alleged, cites the correct legal provisions in your favour, and attaches relevant documents and judicial precedents. A bare denial is rarely sufficient — you need a structured defence strategy backed by evidence.

Step 4: Know When to Escalate

If the SCN proceeds to an order, you have the right to file a First Appeal before the GST Appellate Authority, and thereafter before GSTAT. Our customs SCN consultant team handles notices across GST, Customs, and legacy Service Tax.

What Type of Notices Do We Handle?

  • GST Show Cause Notices — ITC reversal, classification, rate disputes, non-filing penalties
  • Customs SCNs — mis-declaration, undervaluation, exemption denial, MEIS/SEIS disputes
  • Legacy Service Tax orders — pre-GST demands still being adjudicated
  • GST refund rejections — wrongly rejected IGST/ITC refund claims

Cities We Serve

Unnathi Partners is a GST and Customs notice consulting firm with offices across South India. We serve clients facing tax notices in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam (Vizag) — and handle notices for businesses across India. Whether you are a manufacturer in Hyderabad, an exporter in Vizag, an SME in Vijayawada, or a startup in Bangalore, we deliver the same senior-led, 72-hour review.

If you have received a notice and are not sure how to proceed, our GST show cause notice consultants in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam can give you a full defence blueprint in 72 hours — for ₹4,999.