GST Amendment: Exemption for Housekeeping Services

Government amends GST rates for housekeeping services under notification No.17/2017 - Central Tax (Rate).

New clause (iii) inserted to exempt housekeeping services like plumbing and carpentering, except when provided through e-commerce operators liable for GST registration.

Changes made under sub-section (5) of section 9 of the CGST Act. Amendment aims to clarify taxation for specific service categories. Exemption intended to benefit service providers and consumers alike.

Ensures smoother operations for small-scale service providers. Reflects government's ongoing efforts to refine GST regulations and ease compliance for businesses.