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yashsr (Querist)
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22 December 2012 Hello,

I'm managing VAT Returns/VAT Audits for a particular Company which has operations in as many as 22 States/UTs. Where can I find a list of the latest updated Sales Tax Acts for the same? It is a pain to go to each and every state's/UT's official website for the same.

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CA. Hari Kishan (Expert)
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25 December 2012 www.STVAT.com you must be able to find all the ACT and Rules.

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yashsr

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25 December 2012 Thanks! Any other also? how about salestaxindia.com ?

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23 July 2025 Managing VAT and sales tax across 22 states/UTs is definitely challenging!

Here are some **useful resources** where you can find updated Sales Tax/VAT Acts and rules for all states:

### Websites to Check:

1. **[www.STVAT.com](https://www.STVAT.com)**

* Comprehensive collection of State VAT Acts and Rules.
* Frequently updated.

2. **[www.salestaxindia.com](https://www.salestaxindia.com)**

* Another popular portal for sales tax and VAT laws across states.
* Also includes useful circulars and notifications.

3. **State Commercial Tax Department Websites**

* While time-consuming, official sites have the **most authoritative and latest laws**.
* Some states provide consolidated downloadable PDFs.

4. **Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)**

* [cbic.gov.in](https://www.cbic.gov.in) – for GST-related updates, though GST replaced VAT after 2017.

5. **Legal Databases**

* Platforms like **Taxmann, Manupatra,** and **LexisNexis** provide consolidated access to state tax laws (paid services).

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### Suggestion:

* Use **STVAT.com** and **salestaxindia.com** as your starting points.
* Maintain a folder with downloaded PDFs for each state.
* For critical legal queries, refer to official sites or consult a tax professional.

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If you want, I can help you create a checklist or summary for these states to track compliance or help gather the links. Just let me know!

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