WorldPingMost GST refunds may be processed within 17 days
WorldPingWhat happened
The GST Council intends to shorten the refund processing period to around 17 days for businesses.
It will also work to automate registering for a GST number to speed up the process.
Key facts
- The GST Council intends to shorten the refund processing period to around 17 days for businesses.
- Reported by Times of India and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:04:41 UTC.
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Read the full report at Times of India