Yours faithfully, [Signature] [Name], Proprietor Date: 08.04.2025
Subject: Reply to Show Cause Notice dated [Date]
I acknowledge that [state the fact briefly, e.g., I was indeed absent on the mentioned date / the error in the report occurred]. reply to show cause notice sample
Late arrival on 10th March 2025 by 30 minutes. Reply: I deny any lateness. My biometric entry shows 9:00 AM, but the system malfunctioned. I have attached a signed statement from my team lead confirming my presence at 9:00 AM (Annexure B).
Sincerely,
When responding to a show cause notice, ensure that your reply includes the following essential components:
Before responding to a show cause notice, it is essential to understand the content and implications of the notice. The notice typically includes: Yours faithfully, [Signature] [Name], Proprietor Date: 08
Our authorized accountant was suddenly hospitalized due to a cardiac event on 18th March 2025. The alternate staff required time to access records and file correctly. Medical certificate and hospitalization discharge summary are attached (Annexure 2).
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to present my side. My biometric entry shows 9:00 AM, but the
In view of Section 50 of CGST Act (late fee only if tax unpaid) and the genuine hardship, I request that the penalty be waived or reduced to the minimum late fee (₹25 per day) as per Rule 21(3). We have since implemented a backup signatory process to prevent recurrence.