ToolsGST SuiteGST Interest Calculator (Section 50)

Calculator Inputs

Specify interest metrics u/s 50 of the CGST Act.

Calculation Output

Proportional interest based on delays u/s 50.

Interest Payable
1,479.45
Net Cash Tax Amount1,50,000
Interest rate18% p.a.
Days delayed20 days
Interest Accrued1,479.45
Total Cash Liability (Tax + Int)1,51,479.45

Section 50 Net Cash Interest Regulation

Under Section 50(1) of the CGST Act (retrospective amendment from July 1, 2017), interest is payable **only on the net cash liability** discharged through electronic cash ledger, provided the return is filed after the due date.

Interest is calculated as `(Net Tax × Rate × Days delayed) ÷ 365` where the standard interest rate is **18% p.a.** for late filing and **24% p.a.** for wrong availment and utilization of ITC.

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