19 November 2009
X,a works contractor in Kerala undertakes contract for construction of villas.During 08-09,he received 90 laks,but raised bills for Rs.45 lakhs.In the P&L for 08-09,income is recognised on percentage completion method as per AS-7 to Rs.92 lakhs.He had paid Kerala VAT on amount received,ie.Rs.90 lakhs.Is he liable to pay works contract tax on Rs.2 lakhs which is the difference of income recognised and money received?He pays the tax on compunding at 3%