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Here's How to Find GST Rate for Any Goods or Service

You probably already know GST is effective since July 1st, 2017.

But what if you are a seller or an informed buyer who is keen in knowing the GST rate for every kind of product out there?

[Infographic] GST Rates Cheatsheet

Thanks to this online GST rate checker. You can simply type a product type (not the brand name) or the services type and can immediately get the GST Rate displayed on the screen.

Here's how you can get the GST rate for any goods or service

  • Select the drop-down to choose 'Goods' or 'Services'.


  • Begin typing to find goods or services. For example, I typed Stationary. You can see that the search bar displays suggestions automatically as we type.



  • Hit the 'Search' button.

How to find the HSN Code along with GST Rate for a Goods or Service

You could also browse by HSN code (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) categories given at the bottom of the site.

It's a search by selection inside the table.




You just have to choose a goods or service from the 'Chapters', then choose the 'Categories' and finally select the 'Subcategories'.

The corresponding GST rate will be displayed at the top of this selection table.



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