Key Amendments in Union Territory GST Rates: Simplified Overview

Introduction: Government amends notification No.12/2017-Union Territory Tax (Rate) under UTGST Act, 2017.

Changes in Services: Removal of specified services related to speed post, express parcel post, life insurance, and agency services for several serial numbers.

Exclusion of Certain Services: Omission of services provided to the Central Government, State Government, or Union territory for various categories.

Alteration in Residential Dwelling Services: Modification in serial number 12, exempting residential dwellings rented to a registered person.

Removal of Serial Numbers: Omission of serial numbers 14, 26, 32, 33, 47A, and 51, along with their respective entries.

Addition of New Service: Inclusion of a new serial number 24C, covering services by the Department of Posts related to post card, inland letter, book post, and ordinary post (envelopes weighing less than 10 grams).

Effective Date: The amendments come into effect immediately.

Businesses should stay informed about these changes to ensure accurate tax compliance under the Union Territory Goods and Services Tax Act.