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GST Rate Finder

Type any product or service to see its GST slab instantly — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% or 28% — with HSN/SAC hints and the CGST + SGST split.

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Disclaimer: GST rates shown are indicative and based on common classifications under the GST tariff. Rates vary by exact HSN/SAC code, brand, packaging and conditions, and are revised by the GST Council. Verify the precise HSN before invoicing or filing.

The five GST slabs — what each covers

India's GST has five main rate slabs. Essentials sit at 0% or 5%, standard goods and most services at 12% or 18%, and luxury or "sin" goods at 28% (sometimes with an extra compensation cess). Here is a quick map of what each slab typically covers.

SlabTypically covers
0%Fresh fruits & vegetables, milk, curd, unbranded flour/rice/wheat, salt, bread, printed books, healthcare and education services.
5%Packaged/branded staples (paneer, rice, atta), tea, coffee, edible oil, sugar, life-saving drugs, footwear & apparel ≤ ₹1,000, economy air tickets, small/non-AC restaurants, transport of goods.
12%Fruit juices, namkeen, ayurvedic medicines, mobile phones, sewing machines, bicycles, apparel > ₹1,000, business-class air travel, affordable-housing works contracts.
18%Most services (IT/software, telecom, professional, works contracts), soaps, toothpaste, hair oil, industrial & capital goods, printers, monitors, CCTV, footwear > ₹1,000.
28%Luxury & sin goods — cars, high-cc motorcycles, aerated drinks, tobacco/cigarettes, pan masala, air conditioners, refrigerators, dishwashers, cement (cess applies on several).
Some categories have special rules — restaurant GST depends on whether it is standalone or inside a hotel with room tariff above ₹7,500, and gold/jewellery is taxed at 3%. Always confirm the exact HSN/SAC.

How the rate finder works

GST rates are tied to an HSN code (for goods) or a SAC code (for services). This tool maps common items to their usual slab so you can sanity-check a rate before you invoice.

Type the item

Enter a product or service name. The list filters live as you type — matching item names, categories and related keywords.

Or pick a slab

Tap a slab pill (0% / 5% / 12% / 18% / 28%) to browse every item in that rate band, with or without a search term.

Read the top match

The navy panel shows the best match's GST rate in large type, plus the CGST + SGST split and any cess note.

Confirm the HSN

Use the HSN/SAC hint as a starting point, then verify the exact code and conditions before filing — rates can vary by packaging and brand.

Rate examples by category

Everyday food

Loose rice, milk and fresh vegetables are 0%. Once packaged and branded, rice and paneer move to 5%. Namkeen and fruit juices sit at 12%.

Electronics

Mobile phones are 12%, while printers, monitors and CCTV are 18%. Air conditioners, refrigerators and dishwashers are luxury at 28%.

Services

Most services — IT/software, telecom, professional and works contracts — are 18%. Healthcare and education are exempt at 0%; goods transport is 5%.

Key terms explained

HSN & SAC codes

HSN (Harmonised System of Nomenclature) classifies goods; SAC (Services Accounting Code) classifies services. The GST rate is fixed against these codes, so correct classification is what decides your rate.

CGST + SGST split

For an intra-state sale, GST is split equally into CGST (Centre) and SGST (State). An 18% rate means 9% CGST + 9% SGST. For inter-state sales it becomes a single IGST at the full rate.

Compensation cess

On certain 28% "sin" and luxury goods — tobacco, aerated drinks, large cars — an extra cess is charged on top of GST to compensate states for revenue loss.

Composite & mixed supply

A composite supply (naturally bundled, e.g. goods + delivery) is taxed at the principal item's rate. A mixed supply (separately available items sold together) is taxed at the highest applicable rate.

Frequently Asked Questions
How is the GST rate on an item decided?

By its HSN code for goods or SAC code for services, read against the rate notifications. The classification, not the trade name, determines the rate, which is why two similar-sounding products can attract different rates.

Why do similar products attract different rates?

Because the notifications draw distinctions on packaging, branding, price and use — for example between loose and pre-packaged labelled goods, or between footwear above and below a price threshold. Read the entry, not just the product description.

What if I cannot find my product in the list?

Work from the HSN chapter heading and the general interpretative rules, and where real doubt remains apply for an Advance Ruling under section 97. Getting classification wrong exposes you to demand with interest and penalty.

Is compensation cess charged in addition to GST?

On specified goods such as tobacco products, aerated drinks, coal and certain motor vehicles, a cess applies over and above GST. It is shown separately on the invoice and its credit can only be used against cess.

Does the rate shown here override the notification?

No. This lookup is a convenience for common goods and services. For a filing position, always verify against the current rate notification for your exact HSN or SAC.

Disclaimer: This tool gives indicative results for general guidance only and is not professional advice. Please verify with a qualified CA before acting on the numbers.