What does SAC code 996601 cover?

SAC code 996601 covers Renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service). It belongs to the Services category.

What is the GST rate for SAC code 996601?

Goods under SAC 996601 attract 5% GST in India as of 2026.

Do I need to print 996601 on my invoice?

HSN reporting depends on turnover: up to Rs 5 crore you report 4 digits on B2B invoices, above Rs 5 crore you report 6 digits. Enter 996601 on the line item and IndiaCRM prints the right number of digits for your turnover slab.

SAC Code 996601: Renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service)

SAC code 996601 classifies renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service) under India's GST system. GST rate: 5%.

GST Rate Breakdown

GST Rate: 5%
CGST + SGST (intra-state): 2.5% + 2.5%
IGST (inter-state): 5%

Rate reflects the GST 2.0 structure effective 22 September 2025 (slabs 0%, 5%, 18%, 40%). Some items vary by price or type, so confirm the current rate on the official GST portal before invoicing.

The 5% slab covers daily-use items and essentials

The 5% slab covers daily-use items and essentials. Renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service) sits in this bracket, keeping prices low for consumers. Full ITC available.

Sample Calculation for Renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service)

Taxable value: ₹10,000
GST (5%): ₹500
Intra-state: ₹250 CGST + ₹250 SGST
Inter-state: ₹500 IGST
Total: ₹10,500

When to Use SAC Code 996601

Use SAC code 996601 on every tax invoice for renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service). Businesses above ₹5 crore turnover must use the full 6-digit code. E-invoicing requires HSN/SAC on every line item.

FAQs about SAC 996601

What is SAC code 996601?

SAC code 996601 classifies renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service) under India's GST system. The applicable GST rate is 5%.

What is the GST rate for Renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service)?

Renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service) attracts 5% GST. For intra-state sales: 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST. For inter-state: 5% IGST.

Is Renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service) exempt from GST?

No. Renting of road vehicles with operator (cab service) attracts 5% GST on every taxable sale.