This discussion clarifies whether VAT should be included in gross turnover when calculating tax liability under Section 115 BAA of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The consensus is that VAT, being collected on behalf of the government and not forming part of the Profit & Loss account, is not considered income for this calculation. Therefore, it is not required to be added to gross turnover for the purposes of Section 115BAA.
05 November 2022
No. GST is collected on behalf of Government, as such it is not included in P&L acc. And hence, it is not part of income for calculation of tax liability u/s. 115BAA of IT act.