SAC code directory

SAC Code 9973: Leasing or rental services with or without operator

Service Accounting Codes (SAC) classify services under GST. Below are all 6-digit SAC codes under this heading, with the GST rate guide.


All 6-digit SAC codes under this heading

SAC codeDescription
997311Leasing or rental services concerning transport equipments including containers, with or without operator
997312Leasing or rental services concerning agricultural machinery and equipment with or without operator
997313Leasing or rental services concerning construction machinery and equipment with or without operator
997314Leasing or rental services concerning office machinery and equipment (except computers) with or without operator
997315Leasing or rental services concerning computers with or without operators
997316Leasing or rental services concerning telecommunications equipment with or without operator
997319Leasing or rental services concerning other machinery and equipments with or without operator
997321Leasing or rental services concerning televisions, radios, video cassette recorders, projectors, audio systems and related equipment and accessories (Home entertainment equipment )
997322Leasing or rental services concerning video tapes and disks (Home entertainment equipment )
997323Leasing or rental services concerning furniture and other household appliances
997324Leasing or rental services concerning pleasure and leisure equipment.
997325Leasing or rental services concerning household linen.
997326Leasing or rental services concerning textiles, clothing and footwear.
997327Leasing or rental services concerning do-it-yourself machinery and equipment
997329Leasing or rental services concerning other goods
997331Licensing services for the right to use computer software and databases.
997332Licensing services for the right to broadcast and show original films, sound recordings, radio and television programme etc.
997333Licensing services for the right to reproduce original art works
997334Licensing services for the right to reprint and copy manuscripts, books, journals and periodicals.
997335Licensing services for the right to use R&D products
997336Licensing services for the right to use trademarks and franchises
997337Licensing services for the right to use minerals including its exploration and evaluation
997338Licensing services for right to use other natural resources including telecommunication spectrum
997339Licensing services for the right to use other intellectual property products and other rescources n.e.c


GST rate guide for these services

Leasing or rental services without an operator are generally taxed at the same rate as the goods being rented, often 18%.


The GST rate for a service depends on its exact description in the rate notification, who provides it and who receives it. Some services are exempt or taxed under reverse charge. Confirm the rate before you raise invoices.


Frequently asked questions


Is the SAC code mandatory on GST invoices?


Yes. Service providers must show the SAC code on tax invoices: at least 4 digits if aggregate turnover in the previous year was up to ₹5 crore (for B2B invoices), and 6 digits if turnover was above ₹5 crore.


What is the difference between HSN and SAC codes?


HSN codes classify goods and SAC codes classify services. SAC codes start with 99, which is chapter 99 of the GST classification, followed by the heading and group of the service.


Where do I report SAC codes in GST returns?


SAC codes are reported in the HSN-wise summary of outward supplies in GSTR-1 and in the annual return GSTR-9, along with the taxable value and tax for each code.


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