C-form for job work

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NARAYAN YADAV (Querist)
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16 February 2016 Dear Sir,
We are Pvt Ltd Co. registered Under MVAT/CST act, our Nature of Business is Repairs & Maintenance Service (Pure Labour Work). Can we purchase consumable like Fuel, Gloves, spares against C-form ?

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Narayan Yadav

NARAYAN YADAV

NARAYAN YADAV (Querist)
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17 February 2016 Can anyone reply to query ?

Asha Kanta Sharma

Asha Kanta Sharma (Expert)
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18 July 2024 As a private limited company registered under the MVAT/CST Act, engaging in repairs and maintenance services (pure labor work), your eligibility to purchase consumables like fuel, gloves, and spares against C-Form depends on the nature of your transactions and the interpretation of relevant tax laws. Here are the key considerations:

1. **C-Form Eligibility:**
- C-Form is used for interstate purchases at a concessional rate of CST (Central Sales Tax), which is lower than the standard rate.
- Generally, CST is applicable on the sale of goods. Services, including pure labor work, are typically not covered under CST.

2. **Consumables and CST:**
- Consumables such as fuel, gloves, and spares are goods that you purchase for use in your repair and maintenance services.
- To qualify for C-Form on these purchases, they must be considered as goods under CST rules, and you must be purchasing them interstate (from another state).

3. **Interstate Purchase Requirements:**
- For goods to be eligible for C-Form:
- The purchase should be made from a registered dealer in another state.
- The goods should be used in the course of your business activity (repair and maintenance services).
- The intention should be to resell or use the goods in your business activity.

4. **Applicability to Consumables:**
- Fuel, gloves, and spares used in the repair and maintenance services could potentially be considered as goods if they are separately identifiable and used in the provision of your services.
- The tax authorities may scrutinize whether these consumables qualify as goods eligible for C-Form based on their interpretation of CST rules and your business activities.

5. **Consult with Tax Advisor:**
- It is advisable to consult with a qualified tax advisor or chartered accountant specializing in indirect taxes (MVAT/CST) to assess the specific applicability of C-Form to your purchases of consumables.
- They can provide guidance based on the latest tax laws, judicial precedents, and interpretations relevant to your business circumstances.

In conclusion, while pure labor services typically do not attract CST, consumables used in such services may qualify for C-Form if they meet the criteria of being goods under CST rules and are purchased interstate. Seek professional advice to ensure compliance and maximize tax benefits appropriately.

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