KOCHI— InterGlobe Aviation, the parent of IndiGo (6E), confirmed that it has received a penalty order of ₹117.52 crore from the Joint Commissioner of Central Tax and Central Excise under the CGST Kochi Commissionerate. The communication, issued on December 1, concerns the alleged wrongful claim of input tax credit during FY19 and FY22.
The airline said the order was formally conveyed to the company this week, prompting immediate internal and external reviews. IndiGo, which operates an extensive domestic and international network, maintains that the financial implications of this assessment are limited.
IndiGo GST Tax Penalty Details
InterGlobe Aviation stated that the Central GST authorities declined the input tax credit (ITC) claimed during the two financial years under examination.
The company said a demand order was issued along with a monetary penalty after the department determined that the credit availed did not meet compliance standards.
According to IndiGo, the order is based on an interpretation it considers inconsistent with established norms. The airline stressed that it has followed applicable tax procedures and documentation requirements throughout the period under scrutiny:
Official Remarks
IndiGo said it plans to contest the penalty before the appropriate appellate authority. The airline noted that its assessment is supported by advisory input from external tax experts who believe the order is legally unsound:
The department has denied input tax credit (ITC) availed by the Company and has issued a demand order along with a penalty. The Company believes that the order passed by the authorities is erroneous.
Further, the Company believes that it has a strong case on the merits, backed by advice from external tax advisors. Accordingly, the Company will contest the same before the appropriate authority
The carrier indicated that it intends to initiate the appeal process promptly. It reiterated that the tax authority’s findings lack sufficient merit and that it remains confident in its position.
InterGlobe Aviation also said the ruling does not materially affect ongoing operations, liquidity, or business continuity.
Despite the size of the figure, the company emphasized that it maintains a stable financial structure backed by strong quarterly performance.
Market Impact
Shares of InterGlobe Aviation opened nearly unchanged at ₹5,794.50 on the BSE on Tuesday. The minimal stock-market response suggests that investors view the penalty as manageable and unlikely to disrupt the airline’s broader growth strategy.
The shares of the carrier fell by Rs 95 or 1.64 per cent in intra-day trading.
IndiGo continues to hold the largest market share in India’s commercial aviation sector, supported by fleet expansion plans, route additions, and sustained demand in both domestic and international markets.
Bottom Line
The ₹117.52 crore penalty issued by CGST Kochi adds another regulatory challenge for IndiGo, but the airline maintains confidence in its compliance record.
With legal advisors backing its stance and the company preparing to appeal, the matter is expected to proceed through official channels without immediate operational impact.
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