Key takeaways from the Safari Retreats verdict on Input Tax Credit (ITC) allowance for construction of immovable property under GST. Learn the exceptions and functionality test.
Basic issue is whether accommodation services provided by hostel can be treated at par as with hotel or can it be treated as residential accommodation. Circular F. No. 354/17/2018-TRU-12-Feb-2018 provided clarification on hostel accommodation as under: