10 March 2014
Dear All Experts! I'm looking for your Your valuable views on the below mentioned topic.
I have purchased a flat measuring 700 Sq. ft super built-up area for Rs.14Lacs from a builder. Cost of Registry & Stamp Duty has been borne by me additionally.
The construction of the flat was completed before September 2008 & the Completion Certificate of the same was obtained from Kolkata Municipal Corporation by the builder on 30th September 2008.A copy of which has been provided to me by the builder.
I have made payments to the builder for the purchase of the flat in different spells starting from 31st January 2011 & the last payment was made on 1st January 2014 through Bank Home Loan.
I started residing on the flat from 1st January 2014 in respect to the possession letter received from the builder dated 26th December 2013.
Now the builder is claiming Service Tax @ 12.36% on 25% of the sale consideration value.
My question is- 1. Am I liable to pay Service Tax for the same purchase? 2. Is Service Taxability arise in this deal?