57th GST Council Meeting: Arrest Powers Removed, ₹5 Crore Prosecution Threshold and 1 April 2027 Rollout
The 57th GST Council meeting on 8 October 2026 approved process reforms — no arrest powers, a ₹5 crore prosecution threshold, faster refunds and wider ITC — all slated for 1 April 2027. Here is what is confirmed and what is still pending.