Sunday, 15 July 2018

VIT is now charging GST on mess charges. Is it legal?

Hi,
Yes, it is legal. They are liable for the charging GST from students and staff, whether Such facility is either run by the institution/students themselves or is outsourced to a third person.
Supply of food or drink provided by a mess or canteen is taxable at 5% without Input Tax Credit [Serial No. 7(i) of notification No.11/2017-CT (Rate) as amended vide notification No. 46/2017-CT (Rate) dated 14.11.2017 refers].
It is immaterial whether the service is provided by the educational institution itself or the institution outsources the activity to an outside contractor.

Happy Reading !!
Team - GST Mithra

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