In the process of digitalization of tax system, the CBDT has gone miles through its e-filing portal where the process of return filing, refunds, rectifications, assessment, appeal etc. has been made completely digitized.
CBIC too processes all returns, refunds and the like matters through its GSTIN portal. Now, to move head, The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has decided to do away with manual handling of files through a completely digitized e-office app for Central GST and Customs officers, as a part of the information technology led reforms being undertaken for bettering trade.
The app, launched on Monday in over 500 CGST and Customs offices across India, will ensure speedier decision making, transparency, accountability, faster disposal of cases while enabling enhanced security as no files or documents can be altered or destroyed or backdated. Over 50,000 officers and staff will use this application making CBIC one of the largest government departments to automate its internal office procedures. An in-built monitoring mechanism would identify where the files are held up enabling quick disposal and faster decision making. The app was lauched by CBIC Chairman Ajit Kumar. The Board added that using the app will reduce paper usage, thereby reducing contact with physical files thereby preventing possible transmission of any virus.
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