Matrimony.com Limited Receives GST Orders, Initiates Appeal Process
Matrimony.com Limited announced it has received various orders from the GST Department in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. These orders relate to penalties, tax payment demands, and interest charges stemming from Section 74 of the Central Goods & Services Tax Act 2017.The total penalty amount is Rs. 10,23,91,715, with a tax demand of Rs. 10,23,30,261 and interest of Rs. 9,13,17,069 in Tamil Nadu. An additional Rs. 51,52,331 was levied in Kerala.
The orders pertain to periods between April 2019 and March 2023. The company is currently evaluating options to resolve the matter, including filing an appeal against the orders. Matrimony.com Limited believes it possesses a strong legal standing and has retained expert opinions supporting its position. The company anticipates the appellate authority will set aside the demand.
According to the company, the orders are not expected to have a material impact on its financial performance or operations.
Breakdown of Orders
The following table summarizes the details of the orders received from various GST authorities:
| Name of the Authority | Nature of Action and Details | Date of Order |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Tax Officer, Chennai | Penalty of Rs. 8,52,92,825 | 30.03.2026 |
| Assistance Commissioner, Bengaluru | Penalty of Rs. 55,62,436 | 18.02.2026 |
| State Tax Officer, Ernakulam | Penalty of Rs. 41,79,583 | 30.03.2026 |
| Superintendent, GST Department Mumbai | Penalty of Rs. 73,56,871 | 27.03.2026 |
Details of Alleged Violations
The orders cite violations including excess distribution of common input services under ISD, ineligible ITC under ISD, and, in one instance, failure to maintain proper books of accounts.
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