The upcoming GST Council meeting on September 3-4, 2025, is set to discuss a significant overhaul of GST rates on services. Plans include potentially moving luxury services, such as casino entry, to a higher 40% tax slab. The government also aims to simplify the current GST structure, which sees services spread across 12%, 18%, and 28% slabs, by rationalising rates and possibly shifting a large portion of services from the 12% bracket to 5%. This potential restructuring is causing consumers to delay purchases ahead of the festive season, prompting industry bodies to urge swift notification of any changes to avoid disrupting sales.
As the 56th GST Council meeting draws closer on September 3-4, 2025, attention is focused on how the government plans to restructure GST rates on services, a move that could have wide-ranging implications for businesses and consumers alike.
According to sources, theCentre's proposed revamp aims to simplify GST by rationalising services currently spread across 12%, 18% and 28% slabs.
Key Changes Under Consideration
Hotel tariffs: Rooms priced up to Rs 7,500 a night fall in the 12% slab, wh
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FAQ :
The next GST Council meeting is scheduled for September 3-4, 2025.
Casino entry and certain other luxury entertainment services may be moved to a higher 40% GST slab.
Classifications for hotel tariffs and different air travel classes are being reviewed for simplification, though specific changes are not yet detailed.
Yes, a large portion of services currently in the 12% GST bracket may shift to a 5% slab, potentially easing costs for consumers.
Industries are accelerating production and logistics to prepare for potential demand surges, but are concerned about delays in official notifications impacting festive sales.
Consumers are reportedly holding back on purchases in anticipation of lower prices, especially with the festive season approaching.