Accident Reinsurance Services Under SAC Code 997142
Accident reinsurance services protect insurers that issue personal accident and health related policies by passing a portion of their risk to a reinsurer. They help manage large accident claims, group covers and catastrophic health events more comfortably. Under GST, these accident reinsurance services are classified under SAC 997142. This SAC code and its GST rate decide how GST is applied on accident and health reinsurance premiums and related settlements between insurers and reinsurers.
Accident Reinsurance Services GST Rate for SAC Code 997142
Reinsurance services under these SAC codes are treated as financial and insurance related services under GST. The taxable value usually includes reinsurance premium, any additional service charges and commission adjustments between insurers and reinsurers, while pure claim payouts under contracts are treated separately as indemnity and not as consideration for services.
After the September 2025 rationalisation, most taxable insurance and reinsurance service components that are not specifically exempt are generally placed in the 18% slab with input tax credit for eligible registered recipients. Certain life insurance and reinsurance segments may follow special valuation or rate notifications, so these should be checked carefully before deciding the final GST treatment.
The table below explains the prevailing GST treatment for SAC code 997142, indicating the usual 18% slab for taxable reinsurance services and any notified exceptions that may apply.
| Code | Description | Old GST Rate (till 21 Sep 2025) |
New GST Rate (from 22 Sep 2025) |
Notes on change / inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 997142 | Accident and health reinsurance services | 18% with ITC | 0% without ITC or 18% with ITC | Previously, reinsurance of accident and health policies was generally taxed at 18% with ITC. From 22 Sep 2025, reinsurance of individual health insurance policies (and other individual life / health segments clubbed in this code) is also exempt at 0% without ITC, while reinsurance for group or other taxable accident / health covers remains at 18% with ITC. |
Insurers and reinsurers using this SAC code should clearly show reinsurance premium value, GST rate in % and GST amount on tax invoices or reinsurance statements. The same SAC and rate should be mirrored in GSTR 1 and GSTR 3B so that input tax credit can be tracked correctly and GST positions remain defendable during audits.
Explore Other SAC Codes Under 9971
These SAC codes fall under the financial and insurance services group 9971, which covers banking, financial services, direct insurance and reinsurance activities. Each six digit SAC within this group points to a specific type of financial or insurance service for GST classification and reporting.
Below is a list of related six-digit SAC codes under 9971.
Insurers, reinsurers and financial service providers should choose the SAC that most accurately reflects the underlying service, such as life reinsurance, accident reinsurance, motor reinsurance or marine reinsurance. Correct SAC selection and GST rate application in % helps maintain a clean audit trail, supports proper input tax credit and reduces disputes during GST scrutiny or assessments.
Conclusion
Accident reinsurance services under SAC 997142 support insurers that cover personal accident and health risks by shifting part of their exposure to reinsurers. Taxable reinsurance service values normally fall in the 18% GST slab with input tax credit where conditions are met. Companies should classify such transactions under SAC 997142, charge GST at the right rate in %, show tax amounts distinctly and mirror the same position in GSTR 1 and GSTR 3B.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is SAC code 997142 in GST for accident reinsurance?
SAC 997142 covers reinsurance of accident and health insurance risks. It applies when an insurer passes part of its accident, health or similar non life risk to a reinsurer, who then shares in claims and premiums according to contract terms.
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Does SAC 997142 cover health and personal accident reinsurance treaties?
Yes. Reinsurance treaties related to health insurance portfolios, personal accident covers and similar medical risk pools fall under SAC 997142. These treaties help primary insurers limit their exposure by transferring part of large or aggregate risks to specialist reinsurers.
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What GST rate applies to accident reinsurance services under SAC 997142?
Accident and health reinsurance services are generally taxable at 18% under GST. GST is charged on the reinsurance premium invoiced by the reinsurer to the direct insurer. The service is treated like other taxable insurance related services, without the exemptions that may apply to some direct policies.
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Are group accident covers reinsured using SAC 997142?
Yes. When insurers reinsure group accident or group health schemes, those reinsurance contracts are classified under SAC 997142. The reinsurer issues invoices to the ceding insurer for reinsurance premium, and GST is payable according to general rules for taxable services.
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Can insurers claim ITC on GST paid for SAC 997142 services?
Insurers can usually claim ITC on GST paid for accident and health reinsurance services, as these are inputs directly supporting their taxable insurance business. They must keep proper records and follow GST return requirements, including any special provisions applicable to the insurance sector.