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12/2025 rateSep 17, 2025Rationalisation of compensation cess rates by maki... Read Download

This notification amends Notification No. 1/2017 by substituting NIL compensation cess against multiple tariff entries including aerated beverages, coal, motor vehicles and other specified goods. It significantly reduces the cess burden and rationalises the rate structure. The amendment reflects policy shift towards phased withdrawal of compensation cess.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

2/2025 rate Sep 17, 2025
Rationalisation of compensation cess rates by maki...

This notification amends Notification No. 1/2017 by substituting NIL compensation cess against multiple tariff entries including aerated beverages, coal, motor vehicles and other specified goods. It significantly reduces the cess burden and rationalises the rate structure. The amendment reflects policy shift towards phased withdrawal of compensation cess.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

21/2025 rateJan 16, 2025Concessional compensation cess on supplies meant f... Read Download

This notification provides for concessional compensation cess at 0.1% on intra-State and inter-State supplies made for export by registered suppliers to registered recipients. The concession is subject to strict conditions regarding export timelines and documentation. It aligns compensation cess treatment with concessional GST export schemes.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — issued under section 11 of the GST (Compensation to States) Act, 2017.

1/2025 rate Jan 16, 2025
Concessional compensation cess on supplies meant f...

This notification provides for concessional compensation cess at 0.1% on intra-State and inter-State supplies made for export by registered suppliers to registered recipients. The concession is subject to strict conditions regarding export timelines and documentation. It aligns compensation cess treatment with concessional GST export schemes.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — issued under section 11 of the GST (Compensation to States) Act, 2017.

301/2024 rateJul 15, 2024Exemption from compensation cess on supply of beve... Read Download

This notification grants exemption from compensation cess on supply of goods under heading 2202 by Unit Run Canteens to authorised customers. The exemption is subject to tariff interpretation rules under the Customs Tariff Act. It provides relief to defence personnel through URC supplies.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — issued under section 11 of the GST (Compensation to States) Act, 2017.

01/2024 rate Jul 15, 2024
Exemption from compensation cess on supply of beve...

This notification grants exemption from compensation cess on supply of goods under heading 2202 by Unit Run Canteens to authorised customers. The exemption is subject to tariff interpretation rules under the Customs Tariff Act. It provides relief to defence personnel through URC supplies.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — issued under section 11 of the GST (Compensation to States) Act, 2017.

43/2023 rate Jul 26, 2023Comprehensive restructuring of compensation cess e... Read Download

This notification extensively restructures Schedule entries in Notification No. 1/2017 by distinguishing goods based on declared retail sale price and brand status. Multiple new sub-entries are inserted and existing ones substituted. The amendment aims to plug valuation loopholes and improve cess administration.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

3/2023 rate Jul 26, 2023
Comprehensive restructuring of compensation cess e...

This notification extensively restructures Schedule entries in Notification No. 1/2017 by distinguishing goods based on declared retail sale price and brand status. Multiple new sub-entries are inserted and existing ones substituted. The amendment aims to plug valuation loopholes and improve cess administration.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

51/2023Mar 31, 2023Bringing into force section 163 of the Finance Act... Read Download

This notification appoints 1 April 2023 as the date on which section 163 of the Finance Act, 2023 comes into force. The section contains legislative provisions connected with compensation cess. It gives operational effect to amendments enacted through the Finance Act, 2023. The notification ensures statutory continuity of the compensation cess framework.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — issued in continuation of the compensation cess provisions under GST law.

1/2023 Mar 31, 2023
Bringing into force section 163 of the Finance Act...

This notification appoints 1 April 2023 as the date on which section 163 of the Finance Act, 2023 comes into force. The section contains legislative provisions connected with compensation cess. It gives operational effect to amendments enacted through the Finance Act, 2023. The notification ensures statutory continuity of the compensation cess framework.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — issued in continuation of the compensation cess provisions under GST law.

602/2023 rate Mar 31, 2023Major revision of compensation cess rates on tobac... Read Download

This notification substantially revises compensation cess rates on pan masala and tobacco products by linking cess to retail sale price (RSP). It introduces new entries, explanations, and illustrations for calculation of cess. The amendment strengthens anti-evasion measures and ensures uniform valuation.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

02/2023 rate Mar 31, 2023
Major revision of compensation cess rates on tobac...

This notification substantially revises compensation cess rates on pan masala and tobacco products by linking cess to retail sale price (RSP). It introduces new entries, explanations, and illustrations for calculation of cess. The amendment strengthens anti-evasion measures and ensures uniform valuation.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

71/2023 rateFeb 28, 2023Amendment relating to compensation cess on coal re... Read Download

This notification amends Notification No. 1/2017 by substituting the description of Entry 41A relating to coal rejects. It restricts the benefit to cases where compensation cess has already been paid on coal and no input tax credit has been availed. The amendment prevents double benefit and clarifies tax treatment.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

1/2023 rate Feb 28, 2023
Amendment relating to compensation cess on coal re...

This notification amends Notification No. 1/2017 by substituting the description of Entry 41A relating to coal rejects. It restricts the benefit to cases where compensation cess has already been paid on coal and no input tax credit has been availed. The amendment prevents double benefit and clarifies tax treatment.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

81/2022Jun 24, 2022Notification of Goods and Services Tax (Period of ... Read Download

This notification notifies rules prescribing the period for levy and collection of compensation cess up to 31 March 2026. It extends the cess collection period beyond the initial five years of GST implementation. The rules provide statutory backing for continued cess collection to meet compensation-related liabilities. It aligns cess levy with post-GST fiscal requirements.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — issued under sections 8 and 12 of the GST (Compensation to States) Act, 2017.

1/2022 Jun 24, 2022
Notification of Goods and Services Tax (Period of ...

This notification notifies rules prescribing the period for levy and collection of compensation cess up to 31 March 2026. It extends the cess collection period beyond the initial five years of GST implementation. The rules provide statutory backing for continued cess collection to meet compensation-related liabilities. It aligns cess levy with post-GST fiscal requirements.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — issued under sections 8 and 12 of the GST (Compensation to States) Act, 2017.

92/2021 rateDec 28, 2021Amendment of tariff references relating to tobacco... Read Download

This notification amends tariff headings in Notification No. 1/2017 to align compensation cess entries with updated Customs Tariff classifications. It covers tobacco products, substitutes and aircraft categories. The amendment is technical and classification-oriented.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

2/2021 rate Dec 28, 2021
Amendment of tariff references relating to tobacco...

This notification amends tariff headings in Notification No. 1/2017 to align compensation cess entries with updated Customs Tariff classifications. It covers tobacco products, substitutes and aircraft categories. The amendment is technical and classification-oriented.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

101/2021 rateSep 30, 2021Insertion of compensation cess rate on certain car... Read Download

This notification inserts Entry 4B in Notification No. 1/2017 to levy compensation cess at 12% on carbonated beverages of fruit drink or fruit juice. It clarifies the cess applicability on such beverages. The amendment addresses classification disputes in the beverage sector.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

1/2021 rate Sep 30, 2021
Insertion of compensation cess rate on certain car...

This notification inserts Entry 4B in Notification No. 1/2017 to levy compensation cess at 12% on carbonated beverages of fruit drink or fruit juice. It clarifies the cess applicability on such beverages. The amendment addresses classification disputes in the beverage sector.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — it amends Notification No. 1/2017–Compensation Cess (Rate).

Total: 27 notifications
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