GST Rate Slashed on Consumer Electronics: ACs, TVs & Appliances to Get Cheaper

Adv. D. J. Gaikwad 06 Sep 2025 1,071 Views 0 comment Print Goods and Services Tax | Articles

In a move set to reshape the consumer electronics market and bring a much-anticipated festive cheer, the GST Council has announced a major rationalization of tax rates on a wide range of electronic goods. This landmark decision, a key component of the new “Next-Generation GST” reforms, will see the steepest 28% tax slab on products like televisions, air conditioners, and dishwashers largely phased out. The revised, simplified tax structure, which will primarily feature 5% and 18% slabs, is expected to lead to significant price reductions, making high-value household appliances and other electronic items more accessible and affordable for a broader consumer base just in time for the Diwali season.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

(28% to 18%)

S. No.	Chapter / Heading / Sub-heading / Tariff item	Description of Goods
1.	8415	Air-conditioning machines, comprising a motor-driven fan and elements for changing the temperature and humidity, including those machines in which the humidity cannot be separately regulated
2.	8422	Dish washing machines, household [8422 11 00] and other [8422 19 00]
3.	8528	Television sets (including LCD and LED television); Monitors and projectors, not incorporating television reception apparatus; reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receiver or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus, set top box for television and Television set (including LCD and LED television).

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