APL-01 Notice - What it Means

What does APL-01 mean?

APL-01 is the appeal form you file when you disagree with an order (like DRC-07). You must file within 3 months of the order date (extendable by 1 month on showing sufficient cause). Pre-deposit of 10% of disputed tax is mandatory.

What happens if you ignore it

How to respond

The official response form is: File appeal on GST portal.

• Read the notice carefully and confirm the GSTIN, financial year, and amount match your records.
• Check the underlying mismatch or filing in the GST portal before drafting your reply.
• If the demand is correct, pay via DRC-03 and file the response acknowledging it.
• If the demand is wrong, file the response with supporting documents and reasoning.
• If you are unsure, get a CA to review the notice before the deadline.

Quickest way to handle this

Forward your notice photo to Fylo on WhatsApp. You'll get a personalised explanation referencing the specific amounts, dates, and GSTIN on your notice, plus a draft reply you can copy-paste or hand to your CA - in your preferred Indian language. Free.