{"id":12550,"date":"2025-02-14T13:00:23","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T07:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/?p=12550"},"modified":"2025-09-30T12:12:43","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T06:42:43","slug":"gst-on-tv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-on-tv\/","title":{"rendered":"GST on TV or Television: Find Latest GST Rates on TV &#038; HSN Code"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>GST on TV (Television) led to a noticeable shift in the pricing of televisions. Before GST, televisions were taxed under a complex system involving VAT, excise duty, and octroi, leading to higher prices. With GST, a unified tax structure was introduced, with rates of 18% and 28% based on screen size. This change generally reduced prices for smaller TVs but had less impact on larger models.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read About: <a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-rates-goods-and-service-tax-rates-slabs\/\">Find the Latest Goods and Service Tax (GST) Rates<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d6a40629d0c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d6a40629d0c\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-on-tv\/#What-is-the-GST-rate-on-TV-or-Television\" >What is the GST rate on TV or Television?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-on-tv\/#GST-on-TV-or-Television-and-Their-HSN-Code\" >GST on TV or Television and Their HSN Code<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-on-tv\/#GST-on-TV-or-Television-A-Comparison-of-Pre-GST-and-Post-GST\" >GST on TV or Television: A Comparison of Pre-GST and Post GST<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-on-tv\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-on-tv\/#Frequently-Asked-Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-the-GST-rate-on-TV-or-Television\"><\/span><b>What is the GST rate on TV or Television?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GST on televisions in India is based on screen size. Televisions with a screen size of 32 inches or smaller are subject to 18% GST, while larger TVs (above 32 inches) are now taxed at 40% GST under the new luxury category<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This classification is part of the <\/span>HSN code<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for electrical machinery and equipment, specifically for televisions and related accessories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Read About: <a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-exemption\/\">Find the Latest List of Goods and Services Exempt under GST<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GST-on-TV-or-Television-and-Their-HSN-Code\"><\/span>GST on TV or Television and Their HSN Code<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cbic-gst.gov.in\/gst-goods-services-rates.html#:~:text=383C-,8528,-Television%C2%A0%20set%C2%A0%C2%A0%20(including\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">As per GST guidelines<\/a>, Here is the list of GST Rates on Television (TV) sets based on their screen size.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>HSN Code<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Item Description<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Updated Total GST Rate (%)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8528<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LED or LCD Television Set (Up to 32 Inches)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>18%<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8528<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LED or LCD Television Set (Above 32 Inches)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>40%<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8528<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LED TV 43 Inches<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>40%<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8528<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LED TV 55 Inches<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>40%<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8528<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set-Top Box for Television<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>18%<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8528<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computer Monitors not exceeding 32 Inches<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>18%<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8528<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitors and Projectors (Above 32 Inches)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>18%<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GST-on-TV-or-Television-A-Comparison-of-Pre-GST-and-Post-GST\"><\/span>GST on TV or Television: A Comparison of Pre-GST and Post GST<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Key Components of Pre-GST on Televisions<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Excise Duty:<\/strong> Levied by the central government on the manufacturer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Value Added Tax (VAT):<\/strong> State-level tax applied at various stages of the supply chain.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Octroi:<\/strong> Local tax imposed by some cities on entry of goods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This multi-layered taxation system led to a higher final price for consumers.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Components of Post-GST on Televisions<\/h3>\n<p>Post-GST, the tax structure for televisions is significantly simplified. The only tax applicable is the Goods and Services Tax (GST).<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:44\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The GST rate on televisions is either 18% or 40%, depending on the screen size<\/span>. This amount is a combination of:<\/p>\n<ul data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:51\">\n<li data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:51\"><strong>Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST):<\/strong> Levied by the central government.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"12:1-12:74\"><strong>State Goods and Services Tax (SGST):<\/strong> Levied by the state government.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:33\"><strong>Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST):<\/strong> Levied on inter-state transactions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:121\">For intra-state sales, the GST is equally divided between CGST and SGST. For inter-state sales, only IGST is applicable.<\/p>\n<h3>Example of GST on TV or Television: Pre and Post GST scenario<\/h3>\n<p>Let&#8217;s consider a television with a screen size of 30 inches LED TV:<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<h3><b>Particulars<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<h3><b>Pre GST<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<h3><b>Post GST<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Original price of the 30 inch LED TV<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excise Duty: 10%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VAT: 12.5%<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2,750<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GST Rate (18%)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,600<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total Amount<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24,750<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23,600<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b style=\"font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 1.6315em;\">Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The implementation of television GST has had a significant impact on the television industry in India, both for manufacturers and consumers. By consolidating multiple indirect taxes into a single tax system, GST has simplified the tax structure and made it more transparent. While smaller televisions have seen a reduction in prices due to lower GST rates, larger and luxury models continue to attract higher taxes, keeping their prices elevated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Related Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/razorpay.com\/learn\/gst-on-mobile-phones\/\"><b>GST on Mobile Phones in 2025 \u2013 Latest Rates and Impact Explained<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently-Asked-Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><b>1. Is Input Tax Credit (ITC) Allowed on TV Purchases?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, Input Tax Credit (ITC) can be claimed on TV purchases and is not restricted by <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Section 17(5) of the Central Goods and Service Tax Act 2017.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. What is the GST Rate on Smart TVs?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The GST rate on Smart TVs depends on the screen size. If the screen size is over 32 inches, the GST on television is 40%. If not, the GST for television is 18%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. What is the HSN code for LED TV?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The HSN code for LED TVs falls under Chapter 85, specifically under Code 8528, which includes all televisions and similar electronic display devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. How do discounts on TV sales affect GST calculations?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounts offered on TV sales reduce the taxable value, meaning GST is calculated on the reduced price. For the discount to affect the GST calculation, it must be mentioned on the invoice at the time of sale.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Are second-hand TVs subject to GST?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Unlike new TVs, which have a fixed GST rate, second-hand TVs are subject to the Margin Scheme under GST. This means that GST is calculated based on the profit made by the seller, not the total sale price.<\/p>\n<h3><b>6. How is GST calculated on imported TVs?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GST on imported televisions is calculated based on the total value of the TV, which includes customs duty and other applicable charges. The applicable GST rate &#8211; 18% for TVs up to 32 inches and 40% for TVs above 32 inches-is then added to this value<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Is GST applicable on TV accessories and parts?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, GST is applicable on TV accessories and parts, generally at a rate of 18%.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. What is the GST rate for an LG 65-inch TV?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The GST rate for an LG 65-inch TV is 40%, as it is categorized under the luxury segment of televisions<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>9. Can I claim GST on LED TV?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can claim GST on an LED TV if it is purchased for business purposes. The claim can be made under the Input Tax Credit (ITC) provisions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>10. What is the HSN code for LED TV 65?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The HSN code for a 65-inch LED TV is 8528, which applies to most large LED TVs and similar electronic display devices.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GST on TV (Television) led to a noticeable shift in the pricing of televisions. Before GST, televisions were taxed under a complex system involving VAT, excise duty, and octroi, leading to higher prices. 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