Government Amends Union Territory Tax Rates

Scope of Amendment: Amendments are made to Notification No. 11/2017, addressing clauses under various sections of the UTGST and CGST Acts.

Changes in Landowner-Promoter Credit: Landowner-promoters can now utilize tax credits from developers for apartment sales within a project.

Expansion of Service Coverage: Maintenance, repair, or overhaul services for ships and vessels, including engines and components, are now taxable at 2.5%.

Effective Date: The amendment is effective from June 2, 2021, ensuring immediate implementation.

Council Recommendations: Changes are enacted based on recommendations from the Council, aligning with public interest.

Administrative Details: Implemented by the Ministry of Finance, Department of Revenue, under official notification.

Publication Reference: Original notification published in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, vide number G.S.R. 702(E), dated June 28, 2017, with subsequent amendments. (Rajeev Ranjan) Under Secretary to the Government of India