23 April 2015
Dear Sir., Kindly tell me If a contractor (may be Company,individual, HUF) charges basic amount Rs.10000/- & ST@12.36% is Rs.1236/-, Net amount is Rs.11236.In this case we can deduct tds excluding Service tax amount or including st amount. Thanks R.R.DAS
24 July 2025
Sure! Here’s a clear answer to your main question and a brief overview about TIN & CST registration procedure:
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### 1. **TDS Deduction on Contractor Payment with Service Tax**
* When a contractor charges **Basic Amount** = ₹10,000 * Service Tax @12.36% = ₹1,236 * Total Invoice = ₹11,236
**TDS should be deducted only on the Basic Amount of ₹10,000**, **excluding service tax**.
**Reason:** Service Tax is a separate tax component and not part of the contractor’s income. TDS applies only to the taxable value or service charges, not on taxes collected on behalf of the government.
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### 2. **Procedure for TIN & CST Registration in Sales Tax Department**
* **TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number):** Issued under the VAT system, it's a unique ID for every dealer registered for VAT. You need TIN to legally trade goods across states and to comply with VAT regulations.
* **CST (Central Sales Tax):** CST is applicable on interstate sale of goods. Registration under CST is mandatory for dealers selling goods outside the state.
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### **Steps for TIN & CST Registration**
1. **Application:** Apply online or at the local VAT/Sales Tax office of your state. Most states have online portals.
2. **Documents Required:**
* Proof of business (Partnership deed, Incorporation certificate, etc.) * PAN card of the business entity * Address proof of the business premises * Bank details * Photograph of proprietor/partners/directors
3. **Filing Form:**
* Fill the VAT registration form (varies state to state). * For CST, often the TIN registration itself serves for CST purposes, but separate CST registration might be needed.
4. **Verification:** The department will verify the documents and inspect premises if required.
5. **Issuance of TIN & CST Registration Certificate:** After verification, you get your TIN & CST registration number.
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If you want, I can help you with a **sample application form or checklist** for the registration process. Just let me know!