Electrical Installation Services Under SAC Code 995461
Electrical installation services cover wiring, cabling, switchboard fitting, earthing, lighting and installation of electrical equipment in homes, offices, factories and other buildings. Licensed electricians design and execute the work so that power distribution is safe and reliable. Under GST, this work is classified under SAC 995461. The SAC code and its GST rate decide how much GST is charged and how the value is reported in GST returns . This keeps power supply safe and protects connected appliances.
Electrical Installation Services GST Rate for SAC Code 995461
Electrical installation services, including wiring, cabling and panel installation, are treated as works contract or construction related services under GST. Earlier, different combinations of supply and installation or mixing electrical work with full construction sometimes produced different effective tax outcomes for similar projects, which made pricing and tax planning more difficult.
After the September 2025 rationalisation, most electrical installation services under SAC 995461 generally fall in the 18 percent slab with input tax credit . This standard rate applies where electrical work is provided as part of a contract or sub contract, unless a specific notification grants concessional treatment for a particular government or social sector scheme.
The table below gives the latest applicable GST rate for SAC code 995461.
| Code | Description | Old GST Rate (till 21 Sep 2025) |
New GST Rate (from 22 Sep 2025) |
Notes on change / inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 995461 | Electrical installation services including Electrical wiring & fitting services, fire alarm installation services, burglar alarm system installation services. | 18% with ITC | 18% with ITC | Electrical installation and similar specialised construction services under 99546 are treated as standard taxable construction services. Service wise compilations for 9954 show 18 percent as the operative slab for these works, with concessional or Nil entries restricted to niche notified cases. |
When issuing invoices for services under SAC 995461, electrical contractors should clearly show the taxable value and 18 percent GST so that eligible clients can claim input tax credit correctly. The same SAC code and rate should also be used in GSTR 1 for outward supplies and in GSTR 3B while reporting the tax liability on electrical installation services.
Explore Other SAC Codes Under 9954
This SAC code is part of the broader construction services group 9954, which covers construction of residential and commercial buildings, industrial plants, roads, bridges, dams, pipelines and other civil engineering works, along with site preparation, installation and building completion services. Each six digit SAC within this group helps match contracts to the main type of structure, system or facility being created, installed or maintained.
The list below highlights key six-digit SAC codes under 9954
In day to day use, businesses should pick the SAC code that best reflects the main nature of the contract. If the work is more focused on full building construction, general infrastructure or specialised repair, another SAC within 9954 may be more suitable. Correct SAC selection and GST rate application help reduce future disputes, support a clean input tax credit trail and make GST records easier to justify during audits or departmental checks.
Conclusion
Electrical installation services under SAC 995461 cover wiring, cabling, switchboard fitting and related electrical work in homes, offices, factories and other buildings. These services are now generally taxed at 18 percent with input tax credit after the September 2025 changes. Electrical contractors and clients should ensure that such contracts are correctly classified under this SAC code , apply the proper GST rate on every invoice and keep the same classification in GST returns. For large or critical electrical projects, it is wise to go through the latest GST notifications and seek professional guidance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is SAC code 995461 in GST?
This code covers electrical installation services. It includes electrical wiring, fitting, switchboard installation, fire alarm systems, burglar alarms and similar low voltage systems inside buildings and structures.
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Does SAC 995461 cover electrical wiring, fitting and security system installation?
Yes. Internal wiring, lighting circuits, power circuits, distribution boards, fire alarm systems, CCTV cabling and basic security system installation are normally classified under 995461 when done as installation work rather than simple repair.
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What GST rate applies to electrical services under SAC 995461?
Electrical installation services under 995461 are generally taxed at 18% with ITC under the current GST structure for installation services in the construction chapter.
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Can both residential and commercial projects use SAC 995461?
Yes. The SAC code does not change based on type of building. Electrical installation in homes, apartments, offices, shops, hotels or factories can all be classified under 995461, while the overall tax treatment for the recipient may still differ based on use.
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Is ITC allowed on GST paid for SAC 995461 services?
Contractors can claim ITC on taxable inputs. Recipients can normally claim ITC where the building or installation supports taxable business. If electrical work is for personal housing or exempt activities, ITC on such costs is not allowed for the recipient.