ITC Availability on Ducts and Manholes for OFC Networks under Section 17(5) of CGST Act, 2017

Last updated: 28 June 2024

Notice Date : 26 June 2024

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This notification clarifies the availability of Input Tax Credit (ITC) on ducts and manholes used for Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) networks. Previously, some tax authorities denied ITC on these items, considering them as immovable property blocked under Section 17(5) of the CGST Act. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued this clarification to ensure consistent application of the law and prevent disputes within the telecommunication sector.

F. No. CBIC-20001/4/2024-GST Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Revenue Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs GST Policy Wing ***** North Block, New Delhi, Dated the 26th June, 2024 To, The Principal Chief Commissioners/ Chief Commissioners/ Principal Commissio

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FAQ :

The notification clarifies the availability of Input Tax Credit (ITC) on ducts and manholes used in Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) networks under Section 17(5) of the CGST Act, 2017.

Clarification was requested because some tax authorities were denying ITC on ducts and manholes for OFC networks, considering them blocked under Section 17(5) as immovable property.

The clarification has been issued by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

The purpose is to ensure uniform implementation of the law across all tax formations and to prevent unnecessary litigation in the telecommunication sector.

For the complete details, please refer to the attachment mentioned in the notification.