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March 24, 2026

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Rajasthan GST Audit Jurisdiction for Registered Persons

Knowledge of the GST Audit Jurisdiction applicable to your business and/or organization in Rajasthan is important so that you will have a clear idea of who you need to respond to when you are audited as well as how best to comply with your obligations under GST. Many taxpayers are confused about which authority (State or Central) has the right to issue an audit, a notice or a demand on them and conduct other compliance-related activities (e.g., verifying records). This blog post outlines the GST Audit jurisdiction framework in Rajasthan, including rules relating to the GST Audit Jurisdiction and provides practical tips to aid in complying with your obligations.

What Is GST Audit Under GST Law

An audit of GST includes a comprehensive evaluation of a registered person's submissions, financial records, and documentation to validate the correctness of the Turnover statement, confirm the appropriate amount of tax receives the proper treatment for payment to the Government, verify the availability and use of Input Tax Credits (ITC), confirm compliance with the CGST (including SGST), (also IGST), and all applicable rules.

Audit objectives hint at increasing transparency and accuracy in all tax reporting and to assist in the identification and removal of inconsistencies and non-compliance issues to enhance the integrity of the processes involved in the reporting of tax. The audit is performed by the Authority or authorised professional depending on the complexity, size, and statutory obligations associated with the audit conduct.

In Rajasthan, the GST administration is administered jointly by:

The Rajasthan (SGST) State Goods and Services Tax Authority, and
The Central Goods and Services Tax Authority (CGST)

The system of cross-empowerment ensures that for audit purposes, only one authority will audit a registered business for any one period.

Allocation of GST Audit Jurisdiction in Rajasthan

State GST Audit Jurisdiction

A person has been assigned to the Rajasthan SGST audit office if and only if:

A person has been allocated to the state tax authority (STO).
The primary allocation of a person’s GSTN should be SGST, as indicated by the GST Network (GSTN) back-end allocation.
SGST auditors have the authority to audit any audit or tax matters related to:
Confederate Goods and Services Tax (CGST)
State Goods and Services Tax (SGST)
Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST)
Compensation Cess

Central GST Audit Jurisdiction

A person has been assigned to the CGST audit office if and only if:

The primary assignment of a person is to the Central tax authority (CTA).
The person’s GSTIN is assigned to central GST administrative control.
CGST auditors have the authority to audit any audit or tax matters related to:
Confederate Goods and Services Tax (CGST)
State Goods and Services Tax (SGST)
Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST)
Compensation Cess

Key Point: One Jurisdiction – One Audit

In accordance with the principles of cross-empowerment under the GST Law, only one jurisdiction (CGST or SGST) will be able to conduct an audit for one financial year. The other jurisdiction may not perform a concurrent audit for the same time period, thus eliminating duplication of proceedings and allowing for an easier audit avenue for taxpayers.

Types of GST Audits Applicable in Rajasthan

Type of GST Audit	Relevant Section	Conducted By	Key Features
Departmental Audit	Section 65	GST Officers (CGST/SGST)	Prior notice of at least 15 working days; audit to be completed within 3 months (extendable); covers returns, records, and ITC
Special Audit	Section 66	Chartered Accountant or Cost Accountant (appointed by department)	Ordered in complex cases involving valuation, classification, or ITC discrepancies
Audit by Taxpayer (Omitted)	Former Section 35(5)	Chartered Accountant / Cost Accountant	Applicable for earlier periods where turnover exceeded prescribed limits; still relevant for past financial years
CAG Audit	Section 149	Comptroller & Auditor General of India	Audit of GST accounts of Government departments and authorities; findings may impact registered persons indirectly
Internal Audit by Tax Department	Section 65 read with GST Rules	Internal audit wing of CGST/SGST	Risk-based audit conducted as part of departmental review and compliance monitoring

Refer this: GST Audit - Types, Threshold Limits & Compliance for 2025

Documents Verified During GST Audit & Practical Compliance Tips for Rajasthan Taxpayers

Tax authorities of Rajasthan audit businesses for GST; under GST audits, tax authorities generally check a number of statutory records, along with compliance documents, and compare records with tax reporting. The most commonly checked records are GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C, as well as the business’s books of account; e-way bills; tax invoices; purchase records; ITC reconciliation statements; stock records; and any other relevant records. The records indicated above allow the tax authorities to calculate the taxpayer’s total revenue, tax liability and eligibility for credits (ITC) claimed.

To ensure a smooth audit process, taxpayers in the state of Rajasthan must take action to ensure that the audit process goes off without any problems. To achieve this, businesses should regularly identify their GST jurisdiction through a GST Portal account, reconcile their financial records with the GST Portal and respond to audit notices within the specified timeframe. All businesses should, at a minimum, maintain their records in an exceptionally well-organized way electronically in addition to having paper copies.

Consequences of Non-Compliance

If you do not cooperate during a GST audit, the following actions may be taken against you:

You may receive a demand notice under either Section 73 or 74 for any tax underpaid, over claimed ITC, or wrong return filed.
You may incur interest charged on overdue taxes and may also face penalties.
Being subjected to recovery action such as garnishee actions against your bank accounts, property attachments, and so forth.
Being subject to greater scrutiny during future audits by tax authorities.

Your ability to produce adequate documentation and your ability to respond quickly to audit questions will greatly reduce the likelihood of being involved in a lengthy legal battle; therefore, will minimize your risk of financial loss and harm to your business image.

Conclusion

GST audits in the state of Rajasthan are governed by the principle of cross-empowerment in GST law. A taxpayer, regardless of whether they fall under the jurisdiction of SGST or CGST, will only be audited once during a given time frame. It is critical to understand your jurisdiction and to remain "audit ready" in order to comply with the requirements of the GST system and to minimise the likelihood of disputes.

FAQs

1. How can I find out my GST audit jurisdiction for Rajasthan?

You can find out the authority that will be your auditor by logging into the GST Portal and looking at your registration information.

2. Will both CGST and SGST have the ability to audit the same taxpayer?

No, only one authority can conduct an audit for an individual financial year.

3. Does an SGST audit encompass the scope of both CGST and IGST?

Yes, the officers conducting a sgst/audit are entitled to audit all parts of GST.

4. Is it required to provide prior notice before conducting a GST audit?

Yes, there must be a minimum of some notice before commencing the audit.

5. How long do GST audits usually take?

In general, the completion of a gst audit will need to be done within three months, although it may be possible to extend the time limit based upon your circumstances.

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