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Advance Ruling

To facilitate foreign investment into the country a number of steps have been taken by Government of India in the past. Setting up an Authority for Advance Rulings (Central Excise, Customs & Service Tax) to give binding rulings, in advance, on Central Excise, Customs and Service Tax matters pertaining to an investment venture in India is one such measure. The legal provisions of Advance Rulings were introduced through the Finance Acts of 1998, 1999 and 2003.

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Advance Ruling under Income Tax

Income Tax : Only specified applicants such as non-residents, certain residents, and public sector companies can apply. The ruling clarifies ta...

April 9, 2026 654 Views 0 comment Print

Oxygen Supply with Tanks: GST Classification Depends on What Customer Actually Pays For

Goods and Services Tax : The authority held that oxygen supply through installed infrastructure is a composite supply of goods. The key takeaway is that pr...

April 9, 2026 420 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Form 120: Advance Ruling Application Form (Section 383(1))

Income Tax : Understand when and how to file an advance ruling application under the Income-tax Act, 2025. The update clarifies eligibility, do...

March 26, 2026 867 Views 0 comment Print

Section 16(4) Time Limit on ITC for Imports: Analysis of Recent AAR Rulings

Goods and Services Tax : Recent AAR rulings have raised questions on whether ITC on imports is subject to Section 16(4). While one ruling applies the time ...

February 14, 2026 2484 Views 0 comment Print

GST on Foreign Patent Filing Fees: Understanding Medtrainai Ruling

Goods and Services Tax : The issue was whether foreign patent filing fees attract GST. The ruling confirms such payments are taxable as import of services ...

January 28, 2026 849 Views 0 comment Print


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Budget 2024: Advance Ruling Applications withdrawal allowed by October 31, 2024

Income Tax : From October 2024, applicants can withdraw advance ruling requests pending with the Board for Advance Rulings by October 31. Final...

July 26, 2024 1830 Views 0 comment Print

Handbook on Advance Rulings under Income Tax Act, 1961

Income Tax : This handbook aims to provide general guidance on the scheme of Advance Rulings under the Indian Income-tax Act, 1961 (the Act). I...

August 21, 2023 5013 Views 1 comment Print

Operationalisation of Board for Advance Rulings

Income Tax : CBDT launches Boards for Advance Rulings in Delhi & Mumbai, providing tax clarity to investors and entities. Learn more about this...

August 20, 2023 2031 Views 0 comment Print

Functionality to search and view Advance Ruling Orders under GST

Goods and Services Tax : New functionality to search for GST Advance Ruling Orders issued by Authority / Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling on GST Por...

August 10, 2022 2793 Views 0 comment Print

GST Authorities of Advance/Appellate Rulings-Status Upto April 2019 

Goods and Services Tax : Authority for Advance Ruling (AAR) constituted under the provisions of a SGST/ UTGST Act, in terms of the provisions of Section 96...

May 29, 2019 1119 Views 0 comment Print


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Kerala AAR Rejects GST Advance Ruling Plea Due to Hypothetical Queries

Goods and Services Tax : The Kerala AAR held that advance ruling applications cannot be based on hypothetical scenarios or academic questions. The Authorit...

May 16, 2026 183 Views 0 comment Print

Kerala AAR Grants GST Exemption on Inpatient Ayurvedic Services

Goods and Services Tax : The Kerala AAR held that medicines, consumables, room rent, and ancillary services provided during inpatient treatment form part o...

May 16, 2026 225 Views 0 comment Print

GST on Used Gunny Bags at 5% Because Reusable Bags Not Treated as Scrap: Kerala AAR

Goods and Services Tax : Kerala AAR held that used gunny bags sold after cattle feed manufacturing are reusable packing bags under HSN 6305 and not scrap. ...

May 16, 2026 399 Views 0 comment Print

GST on Member-Facilitator Transactions: Kerala AAR Rejects Plea Due to Prior Adjudication

Goods and Services Tax : The Kerala AAR rejected an advance ruling application after noting that the issue of GST applicability on member transactions had ...

May 16, 2026 147 Views 0 comment Print

No GST Under RCM on Honorarium Paid to Temple Board Members as They Are Not Directors: Kerala AAR

Goods and Services Tax : The Authority ruled that the President and Members of the statutory temple board are not “directors” under GST notifications. ...

May 16, 2026 153 Views 0 comment Print


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Maharashtra VAT Act 2002: Advance Ruling Authority Notification

Goods and Services Tax : Explore the constitution & members of the Advance Ruling Authority under Maharashtra VAT Act 2002. Detailed analysis on its implic...

June 27, 2024 969 Views 0 comment Print

Maharashtra GST Authority Appoints New Member

Goods and Services Tax : Maharashtra Goods and Services Tax Authority makes changes in its lineup, appointing Shri. Ajaykumar Vaman Bonde as a member of Ad...

October 16, 2023 1407 Views 0 comment Print

e-advance rulings (Amendment) Scheme, 2023

Income Tax : CBDT notifies e-advance rulings (Amendment) Scheme, 2023 which amend e-advance rulings Scheme, 2022. Amendments are related to Boa...

June 12, 2023 1497 Views 0 comment Print

UTGST: Change in constitution of Authority for Advance Ruling

Goods and Services Tax : The Ministry of Finance, Department of Revenue, has issued Notification No. 02/2023 – Union Territory Tax on May 25, 2023. T...

May 25, 2023 810 Views 0 comment Print

CBDT set-up office for operationalising Boards for Advance Rulings

Income Tax : F No. 189/3/2022-ITA-I Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Revenue (Central Board of Direct Taxes) North Block, ...

February 6, 2023 3081 Views 0 comment Print


Services for conversion of wheat into atta/fortified atta is composite supply

July 5, 2023 2412 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the value of supply of services provided by Aakash Food Products Pvt Ltd for the conversion of wheat into atta/fortified atta. This analysis delves into whether the supply qualifies as a composite supply, its relation to Panchayat functions, and the percentage of goods’ value. Furthermore, explore the applicable tax rate for such a supply.

AAR West Bengal: GST on value of supply of services for conversion of wheat

July 5, 2023 708 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the value of supply of services provided by Vikash Agritech Food Pvt Ltd for wheat conversion into atta/fortified atta, along with the applicable tax rate. This analysis delves into the definition of composite supply, its relation to Panchayat functions, and the 25% threshold for the value of goods. Explore the criteria for exemption under GST laws.

Value of Supply of Services for Wheat Conversion and Applicable Tax Rate

July 5, 2023 1224 Views 0 comment Print

This article discusses the value of supply of services provided by PR Flour Mills Pvt Ltd for the conversion of wheat into atta/fortified atta, as well as the applicable tax rate. The analysis explores whether the supply qualifies as a composite supply and if it is related to functions entrusted to a Panchayat or Municipality. The conclusion determines if the value of goods exceeds 25% of the total supply value and discusses the exemption criteria under the GST Act.

GST on supply for construction & installation of a sewerage treatment

July 5, 2023 5964 Views 0 comment Print

GST AAR West Bengal classifies KSB Limited’s supply of pumps with installation for sewerage treatment as works contract service, taxable at 12% under GST when supplied to local authority.

Pumps Supply with Installation: Works Contract Service – AAR West Bengal

July 5, 2023 1839 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the recent advance ruling by the West Bengal Authority, discussing the treatment of supply of pumps, installation, and commissioning work as Works Contract Services. Understand the implications of the ruling and its applicability to sewerage treatment plants, along with key terms and conditions.

Target Incentive received from Manufacturer not Trade discount but Marketing Service

June 30, 2023 1674 Views 0 comment Print

AAAR has dealt with the legal provisions in depth pertaining to valuation of supply and place of supply. In our view, it has correctly ruled so far as to state that ‘incentives’ do not tantamount to ‘trade discount’ and would be deemed as consideration for supply of services.

GST on veterinary instruments known as Artificial Insemination Crate/Travis

June 30, 2023 2934 Views 0 comment Print

Delve into the GST AAR Gujarat ruling on tax and classification of veterinary instruments, specifically AI Crate/Travis. Get informed insights.

Rapigro classifiable under 38089340 as plant growth regulator, 18% GST

June 30, 2023 2925 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the GST AAR Gujarat ruling on the classification of Rapigro under the Customs Tariff Act & GST Act, and its applicable tax rate

CSR activities not eligible for input tax credit (ITC): AAR Ruling

June 29, 2023 2025 Views 0 comment Print

Description: Read the analysis of the GST Advance Ruling (AAR) regarding the eligibility of input tax credit (ITC) for the GST paid on CSR activities by Shriram Pistons and Rings Limited. Explore the ruling’s interpretation of Section 16(1) of the CGST Act, the applicability of ITC, and the implications for businesses.

GST AAR Ruling on Shifting Transmission Lines: NHAI and MVVNL

June 29, 2023 2016 Views 0 comment Print

Read analysis of GST AAR regarding work done by NHAI in shifting transmission lines under MVVNL’s supervision. Explore ruling’s implications on supply definition, GST payment, double taxation, and applicability of GST.

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