This discussion clarifies whether a registered GST taxpayer can claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) on capital goods, such as an office air conditioner. The answer is yes, ITC can be claimed. Furthermore, depreciation can also be claimed on the capital good, provided the value of the GST itself is excluded from the depreciation calculation.
20 May 2022
Mr. A is a registered taxpayer under GST. He purchased an A.C. for his office. ( Capital Good ) Mr. A have following query : 1. Can he claim ITC under the GST ? ( On capital good ) 2. Can he claim depreciation on A.C. ( After claiming ITC under GST )