Key Highlights

• JK Lakshmi Cement Limited (BSE: 500380, NSE: JKLAKSHMI) disclosed a favourable appellate ruling received on June 11, 2026 from the Office of the Additional Commissioner (Appeal) of State Tax, Chhattisgarh.
• Original demand: Rs. 879.15 Lakh (tax) + Rs. 659.35 Lakh (interest) + Rs. 87.91 Lakh (penalty) = Rs. 1,626.41 Lakh for FY 2019-20.
• Demand related to Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) on inter-state purchases, disallowance of Input Tax Credit (ITC), and other GST matters.
• Appellate authority order dated June 11, 2026 decided the appeal in favour of JK Lakshmi Cement — full demand set aside.
• Expected financial impact: NIL, as the demand has been reversed.
• Disclosure made under Regulation 30(13) of SEBI Listing Regulations via Form GST APL-04.

Company Overview

JK Lakshmi Cement Limited is one of India's established cement manufacturers, part of the JK Organisation. The company operates cement plants in Rajasthan (Sirohi), Gujarat, and Chhattisgarh, with a focus on North and West India. Listed on BSE (500380) and NSE (JKLAKSHMI), it reported a market capitalisation of Rs. 7,310 crore as of June 12, 2026, with a stock price of Rs. 589. The company has a P/E of 17.2, ROCE of 12.5%, ROE of 11.5%, and book value of Rs. 313 per share. Its 52-week range is Rs. 550 to Rs. 1,021, reflecting the cyclicality of the cement sector.

Background to the Dispute

The GST dispute originated from orders dated August 29, 2024 and August 30, 2024 issued by the Office of the Joint Commissioner of State Tax, Durg Division, Chhattisgarh. The demands covered three categories: tax liability on inter-state purchases under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) on a pro-rata basis; disallowance of Input Tax Credit (ITC) claimed by the company; and certain other miscellaneous GST compliance matters. The total demand for FY 2019-20 amounted to Rs. 1,626.41 Lakh (approximately Rs. 16.26 crore).

Details of the Announcement

JK Lakshmi Cement challenged the original orders before the appellate authority. On June 11, 2026, the Office of the Additional Commissioner (Appeal) of State Tax, Chhattisgarh issued an order under Form GST APL-04 deciding the appeal entirely in favour of the company. The demand of Rs. 879.15 Lakh in tax, Rs. 659.35 Lakh in interest, and Rs. 87.91 Lakh in penalty — aggregating to Rs. 1,626.41 Lakh — stands fully set aside. No financial outflow is now anticipated. This disclosure was made under Regulation 30(13) in continuation of the company's earlier communication dated September 3, 2024.

Impact on Investors

For JK Lakshmi Cement, the relief is twofold. First, it eliminates a contingent liability of approximately Rs. 16.26 crore that had been outstanding since the original demand orders of August 2024. Second, it removes the associated uncertainty around cash outflows and potential penalties for a dispute covering FY 2019-20. For a company with a market cap of Rs. 7,310 crore, the absolute quantum is not large relative to the overall balance sheet, but the resolution removes a regulatory overhang.

GST disputes of this nature — particularly those involving RCM and ITC claims — are common in the cement sector, where inter-state procurement of materials is extensive. A favourable appellate ruling also provides some guidance on the company's internal assessment of its GST compliance positions across other pending matters, if any.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) under GST?

Under RCM, the liability to pay GST shifts from the supplier to the recipient of goods or services. The original demand alleged that JK Lakshmi Cement had not correctly applied RCM on inter-state purchases on a pro-rata basis.

What is Input Tax Credit (ITC)?

ITC allows businesses to reduce their GST output liability by the GST already paid on inputs. The demand included disallowance of ITC, meaning the tax authority contested the company's right to offset certain input taxes.

What does Form GST APL-04 signify?

Form GST APL-04 is the formal appellate order issued by the GST Appellate Authority under the Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. Receipt of this form with a favourable order constitutes the official resolution of the appeal.

Can the tax authority challenge this appellate order further?

Yes. The state tax department can file a further appeal before the GST Appellate Tribunal (once constituted) or High Court. However, as of this disclosure, the demand stands set aside and no financial outflow is expected.

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