The Union Minister of State for Finance, Shri Pankaj Chaudhary, has confirmed that states are entitled to GST compensation for revenue losses incurred due to GST implementation for a period of five years. This provision, outlined in the Constitution (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act, 2016, ensures states' revenues are protected at a 14% annual growth rate over their 2015-16 base year. Recent GST collections have shown significant buoyancy, with average monthly gross GST collection increasing by 37% in the first quarter of FY 2022-23 compared to the previous year. While the standard compensation period is five years, some states have requested an extension.
As per section 18 of the Constitution (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act, 2016, Parliament shall, by law, on the recommendation of the Goods and Services Tax Council, provide for compensation to the States for loss of revenue arising on account of implementation of the goods and services tax for a period of five years. This was stated by Union Minister of State for Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.
The Minister stated that the issue of com
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FAQ :
GST compensation to states for revenue loss due to GST implementation is provided for a period of five years.
During the transition period, states' revenues are protected at a 14% growth rate per annum over the base year revenue of 2015-16.
Yes, there has been a significant increase in GST revenue, with average monthly gross GST collection for the first quarter of FY 2022-23 showing a 37% rise compared to the previous year.
The issue of compensation to states and augmenting resources under GST was discussed in detail in the 45th GST Council meeting. Two Groups of Ministers have been constituted to look into GST system reforms and rate rationalisation.
Yes, a few states have requested for the extension of GST compensation payment beyond the initial five-year transition period.