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998314SACGST 18%

Information technology (IT) design and development services

IT & Software
998311SACGST 18%

Management consulting and advisory services

IT & Software
998312SACGST 18%

Business consulting services including public relations services

IT & Software
998313SACGST 18%

Information technology (IT) consulting and support services

IT & Software
998315SACGST 18%

Hosting and information technology (IT) infrastructure provisioning services

IT & Software
998316SACGST 18%

IT infrastructure and network management services

IT & Software
998319SACGST 18%

Other information technology services

IT & Software
998331SACGST 18%

Website design and development services

IT & Software
998332SACGST 18%

Data processing and tabulation services

IT & Software
998399SACGST 18%

Other professional, technical and business services

IT & Software
998361SACGST 18%

Advertising services

Marketing & Advertising
998362SACGST 18%

Purchase or sale of advertising space or time

Marketing & Advertising
998363SACGST 18%

Sale of internet advertising space

Marketing & Advertising
998364SACGST 18%

Market research services

Marketing & Advertising
998365SACGST 18%

Public opinion polling services

Marketing & Advertising
998366SACGST 18%

SEO and digital marketing services

Marketing & Advertising
998372SACGST 18%

Photographic services

Marketing & Advertising
998373SACGST 18%

Translation and interpretation services

Marketing & Advertising
998374SACGST 12%

Specialty design services — graphic, fashion, interior design

Marketing & Advertising
999291SACGST 12%

Original works of authors, composers and other artists (except performing)

Creative & Content
999292SACGST 12%

Services provided by authors, composers and other artists (except performing)

Creative & Content
998393SACGST 18%

Content writing and copywriting services

Creative & Content
998394SACGST 18%

Editing, proofreading and translation services

Creative & Content
999635SACGST 12%

Video production, broadcasting and programme distribution services

Creative & Content
999636SACGST 18%

Animation, audio and visual content creation services

Creative & Content
997111SACGST 18%

Financial advisory services

Finance & Legal
997112SACGST 18%

Portfolio management services

Finance & Legal
997113SACGST 18%

Trust and fiduciary services

Finance & Legal
997121SACGST 18%

Banking services

Finance & Legal
998211SACGST 18%

Legal advisory and representation services

Finance & Legal
998212SACGST 18%

Arbitration and conciliation services

Finance & Legal
998221SACGST 18%

Accounting and bookkeeping services

Finance & Legal
998222SACGST 18%

Financial auditing services

Finance & Legal
998223SACGST 18%

Tax consulting and preparation services

Finance & Legal
998224SACGST 18%

Insolvency and receivership services

Finance & Legal
998511SACGST 18%

Executive or retained personnel search services

HR & Recruitment
998512SACGST 18%

Permanent placement services

HR & Recruitment
998513SACGST 18%

Temporary staffing services

HR & Recruitment
998514SACGST 18%

Contract staffing services

HR & Recruitment
999292SACGST 18%

Training and coaching services (education)

HR & Recruitment
997211SACGST 18%

Rental or leasing services involving own or leased residential property

Real Estate
997221SACGST 18%

Property management services on a fee or contract basis

Real Estate
998342SACGST 18%

Architecture services for residential buildings

Real Estate
998343SACGST 18%

Architecture services for non-residential buildings

Real Estate
998346SACGST 18%

Engineering advisory services

Real Estate
995411SACGST 1%

Construction services of single dwellings or multi-dwellings (affordable housing)

Real Estate
Affordable housing: 1% GST
995412SACGST 5%

Construction services of single dwellings or multi-dwellings (other)

Real Estate
Under construction property: 5% GST
999311SACGST NIL (0%)

Inpatient services by hospitals

Healthcare
Health services are NIL rated
999312SACGST NIL (0%)

Medical and dental services

Healthcare
Health services are NIL rated
999313SACGST NIL (0%)

Childbirth and related services

Healthcare
Health services are NIL rated

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HSN vs SAC: Which Code Do You Need?

HSNHarmonized System Nomenclature

Used for physical goods — electronics, clothing, food, vehicles, medicines, raw materials. HSN codes are 4 to 8 digits and internationally standardized.

Examples: Smartphones → 8517 · Laptops → 8471 · Cement → 2523

SACServices Accounting Code

Used for services — IT, marketing, consulting, legal, healthcare, education, transport. SAC codes are always 6 digits.

Examples: Web Dev → 998314 · SEO → 998366 · Accounting → 998221

GST Rate Quick Reference

RateCommon ExamplesSplit (CGST + SGST)
NIL (0%)Fresh fruits, vegetables, unbranded rice, milk, medical services0% + 0%
5%Basic food items, medicines, transport, affordable housing2.5% + 2.5%
12%Graphic design, video production, packaged food, textiles6% + 6%
18%IT services, marketing, legal, accounting, restaurants, most services9% + 9%
28%Luxury cars, tobacco, cement, aerated drinks, gaming14% + 14%

* For inter-state supply, IGST = CGST + SGST combined. Always verify with your CA or CBIC portal for your specific product/service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between HSN and SAC codes?↓
HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes are 4–8 digit codes used for classifying goods under GST. SAC (Services Accounting Code) codes are 6-digit codes used to classify services. Both determine the applicable GST rate.
Which SAC code should a freelance web developer use?↓
Freelance website developers should use SAC code 998331 (Website design and development services) or 998314 (IT design and development services). Both attract 18% GST.
What is the SAC code for digital marketing services?↓
Digital marketing and SEO services use SAC code 998366. Social media advertising services use 998363. Both are taxed at 18% GST.
Are HSN codes mandatory on GST invoices?↓
Yes. From April 2021, HSN/SAC codes are mandatory on all B2B invoices. Taxpayers with annual turnover above ₹5 crore must use 6-digit codes; others can use 4-digit codes.
What SAC code should a graphic designer use?↓
Graphic designers use SAC code 998374 (Specialty design services including graphic, fashion, interior design) which attracts 12% GST — lower than general IT services.
What is the GST rate for medicines (HSN 3004)?↓
Most medicines under HSN 3004 attract 5% GST. Some life-saving drugs and vaccines may be nil-rated or at 12%. Always verify with CBIC or your CA for specific drugs.

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