New entries are inserted for:• 25A – services ancillary to transmission & distribution of electricity (e.g., metering, testing, shifting lines).• 44A – R&D services funded by Govt. Entities or notified institutions.• 66A – affiliation services by Education Boards to Govt./Govt-aided schools.Entry 69 is substituted entirely to align with the new National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) framework; related definitional corrections are also made. These changes modernize exemptions in light of updated national skill and education standards.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 12/2017–CT (Rate).
New entries are inserted for:• 25A – services ancillary to transmission & distribution of electricity (e.g., metering, testing, shifting lines).• 44A – R&D services funded by Govt. Entities or notified institutions.• 66A – affiliation services by Education Boards to Govt./Govt-aided schools.Entry 69 is substituted entirely to align with the new National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) framework; related definitional corrections are also made. These changes modernize exemptions in light of updated national skill and education standards.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 12/2017–CT (Rate).
A new item (ivb) is inserted under S. No. 8 of Notification 11/2017, covering passenger transport by helicopter on a seat-share basis, taxable at 2.5% with ITC restrictions. Additionally, item (vii) is updated to include this new category. This facilitates GST clarity for helicopter-based regional and charter mobility services.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 11/2017–CT (Rate).
A new item (ivb) is inserted under S. No. 8 of Notification 11/2017, covering passenger transport by helicopter on a seat-share basis, taxable at 2.5% with ITC restrictions. Additionally, item (vii) is updated to include this new category. This facilitates GST clarity for helicopter-based regional and charter mobility services.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 11/2017–CT (Rate).
A new entry S. No. 8 is inserted, covering metal scrap under Chapters 72–81. Under this change, any unregistered person supplying metal scrap to any registered person triggers reverse charge liability on the recipient. This expands RCM applicability in the scrap sector to curb tax evasion and improve compliance.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 4/2017–CT (Rate).
A new entry S. No. 8 is inserted, covering metal scrap under Chapters 72–81. Under this change, any unregistered person supplying metal scrap to any registered person triggers reverse charge liability on the recipient. This expands RCM applicability in the scrap sector to curb tax evasion and improve compliance.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 4/2017–CT (Rate).
Summary:Three new anti-cancer drugs—Trastuzumab Deruxtecan, Osimertinib, Durvalumab—are added to List 1 of 2.5% Schedule. A new 6% entry is provided for extruded/expanded savoury products. Several adjustments are made in 9% Schedule, including revising entries for seats (9401) and excluding certain goods. A new 14% entry 9401 20 00 is added for motor vehicle seats. The changes update GST rates for pharma, food products, furniture, and automotive goods.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 01/2017–CT (Rate).
Summary:Three new anti-cancer drugs—Trastuzumab Deruxtecan, Osimertinib, Durvalumab—are added to List 1 of 2.5% Schedule. A new 6% entry is provided for extruded/expanded savoury products. Several adjustments are made in 9% Schedule, including revising entries for seats (9401) and excluding certain goods. A new 14% entry 9401 20 00 is added for motor vehicle seats. The changes update GST rates for pharma, food products, furniture, and automotive goods.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 01/2017–CT (Rate).
New serial numbers 9E, 9F, 9G are inserted providing NIL-rated exemptions for:• Platform tickets, retiring rooms, cloak room services, battery car services;• Inter-zone services within Indian Railways;• Services by SPVs to Indian Railways for infrastructure use.A new Explanation 2 clarifies exclusions for student and hostel accommodations. A new entry 12A exempts accommodation services up to ₹20,000 per person per month, provided stay is ≥ 90 days.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 12/2017–CT (Rate).
New serial numbers 9E, 9F, 9G are inserted providing NIL-rated exemptions for:• Platform tickets, retiring rooms, cloak room services, battery car services;• Inter-zone services within Indian Railways;• Services by SPVs to Indian Railways for infrastructure use.A new Explanation 2 clarifies exclusions for student and hostel accommodations. A new entry 12A exempts accommodation services up to ₹20,000 per person per month, provided stay is ≥ 90 days.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 12/2017–CT (Rate).
A proviso is inserted in Explanation clause (ii) of Notification 2/2017, specifying that agricultural farm produce in packages exceeding 25 kg or 25 litres will not be considered “pre-packaged and labelled.” This clarification harmonizes exemption rules with changes made in Notification 02/2024 and provides certainty for agri-produce suppliers.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 02/2017–CT (Rate).
A proviso is inserted in Explanation clause (ii) of Notification 2/2017, specifying that agricultural farm produce in packages exceeding 25 kg or 25 litres will not be considered “pre-packaged and labelled.” This clarification harmonizes exemption rules with changes made in Notification 02/2024 and provides certainty for agri-produce suppliers.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 02/2017–CT (Rate).
The notification adds new entries such as cartons/boxes (4819 10, 4819 20), milk cans, and solar cookers in 6% Schedule. Corresponding changes are made in the 9% Schedule to exclude these goods where necessary. It also adds key clarifications that agricultural produce in packages above 25 kg/litre will not be treated as “pre-packaged and labelled.” These amendments update GST classification in line with industry changes.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 01/2017–CT (Rate).
The notification adds new entries such as cartons/boxes (4819 10, 4819 20), milk cans, and solar cookers in 6% Schedule. Corresponding changes are made in the 9% Schedule to exclude these goods where necessary. It also adds key clarifications that agricultural produce in packages above 25 kg/litre will not be treated as “pre-packaged and labelled.” These amendments update GST classification in line with industry changes.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 01/2017–CT (Rate).
This notification modifies entry 25A by substituting “transmission and distribution” with “transmission or distribution”. It inserts a new exemption for insurance services by the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund. It also expands entry 69 to include training partners approved by NSDC and introduces a new definition of “insurer.” Item (w) is omitted w.e.f. 1 April 2025.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 12/2017–CT (Rate).
This notification modifies entry 25A by substituting “transmission and distribution” with “transmission or distribution”. It inserts a new exemption for insurance services by the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund. It also expands entry 69 to include training partners approved by NSDC and introduces a new definition of “insurer.” Item (w) is omitted w.e.f. 1 April 2025.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 12/2017–CT (Rate).
This notification substitutes the tariff entries under S. Nos. 165 and 165A with new headings: 2711 12 00, 2711 13 00, 2711 19 10. These cover specific petroleum gases including liquefied propane and butane. The purpose is to update and align classification with current Customs Tariff revisions for accurate GST rate application.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 01/2017–CT (Rate).
This notification substitutes the tariff entries under S. Nos. 165 and 165A with new headings: 2711 12 00, 2711 13 00, 2711 19 10. These cover specific petroleum gases including liquefied propane and butane. The purpose is to update and align classification with current Customs Tariff revisions for accurate GST rate application.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 01/2017–CT (Rate).
A new entry 6AA – Imitation zari thread/yarn made of metallised polyester film or plastic film is inserted into the refund-eligible list. The explanation clarifies that refund of ITC applies only on polyester/plastic film inputs used. This aims to support the textile sector while preventing unintended refund claims on other materials.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 05/2017–CT (Rate).
A new entry 6AA – Imitation zari thread/yarn made of metallised polyester film or plastic film is inserted into the refund-eligible list. The explanation clarifies that refund of ITC applies only on polyester/plastic film inputs used. This aims to support the textile sector while preventing unintended refund claims on other materials.Issued for earlier notification?Yes — amends Notification 05/2017–CT (Rate).
