GST
Why petrol and liquor bills have no GST
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Facts
Petrol, diesel, natural gas, crude and ATF are not yet taxed under GST; the date has to be notified on the Council's recommendation. Alcohol for human consumption is outside GST under the Constitution. These carry state VAT and central excise instead.
Provisions and law
- Sec 9(2), CGST Act 2017GST on petroleum crude, diesel, petrol, natural gas and ATF from a date to be notified
- Article 366(12A), Constitution of IndiaGST excludes alcoholic liquor for human consumption
Analysis
A fuel bill shows VAT and excise, not GST. Electricity is also exempt from GST. So a missing GST line here is normal. A business buyer cannot claim ITC on these bills because no GST is charged on them.
Conclusion
- Do not expect GST on fuel or liquor bills.
- Check VAT is shown where applicable.
- Use the bill for records.
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