Custody Under SAC Code 997154

Cargo insurance services provide cover for goods that move by road, rail, air or sea, protecting owners against loss or damage during transit. Policies can be issued for single shipments or on an open cover basis for regular movements. Businesses use cargo insurance to protect working capital tied up in goods. Under GST, such cargo insurance services are classified under SAC 997154. This SAC code and its GST treatment decide how GST applies on cargo insurance premiums.

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997154 SAC Code GST Rate

Review old and new GST rates for Custody under 997154 SAC Code.

Cargo insurance services under this code are treated as general insurance services under GST. The taxable value usually includes the cargo insurance premium and any service charges linked to arranging transit cover, excluding separately shown government levies.

After the September 2025 rationalisation, regular taxable insurance and reinsurance premiums that are not covered by a special exemption are generally placed in the 18 % slab with input tax credit for eligible business policyholders. Selected life and health schemes or government notified programmes may continue to enjoy concessional or exempt treatment as per the latest GST notifications.

The table below explains the broad GST treatment for SAC code 997154, showing the standard 18 % slab for taxable premiums and any special cases where notified benefits apply.

SAC Code

997154

Description

Trust and custody services

New Rate

18 %
Standard

Old Rate

18 %

Notes

Custody, trustee and related services linked to securities / funds are taxable at 18% with ITC both before and after 22 Sep 2025. No dedicated GST rate change has been notified for this SAC code.

Insurers, reinsurers and intermediaries using this SAC code should show premium, GST rate in %, GST amount and any other charges separately on documents and invoices. The same SAC and rate should be followed in GSTR 1 and GSTR 3B so that business customers can manage input tax credit properly and GST audits remain smooth.

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Practical Classification Guidance

Insurers, reinsurers and financial institutions should map every product or contract to the most suitable SAC, checking whether the income is a taxable fee or premium or has any special treatment. Choosing the correct SAC and applying the right GST rate in % helps avoid disputes, supports clean input tax credit flow and makes GST returns easier to explain during assessments.

Conclusion

Cargo insurance services under SAC 997154 protect goods in transit for manufacturers, traders and logistics users. Premiums for such policies are generally taxed at 18 % with input tax credit for registered business policyholders. Insurers and intermediaries should use SAC 997154 on cargo policies, apply the correct GST rate in %, show GST as a separate line and follow the same logic in GST returns so that customers can claim input tax credit correctly and defend their position during any GST review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about SAC Code 997154 and GST compliance.

What is SAC code 997154 in GST for custody services?

SAC 997154 covers custody and depository services, including safekeeping of securities and assets. It includes services by custodians, trustees and depositories who hold shares, bonds or other financial instruments on behalf of clients and maintain records and settlement support.

Does SAC 997154 cover trust, depository and asset safekeeping services?

Yes. Services where a custodian or depository keeps securities secure, manages corporate actions and handles settlement instructions come under SAC 997154. It also includes trustee and related services linked to holding assets safely for investors or schemes under agreed terms.

What GST rate applies to custody and depository charges under SAC 997154?

Custody and depository services are usually taxable at 18% under GST. GST is charged on custody fees, safekeeping charges, depository participant charges and similar service fees billed to clients such as mutual funds, institutions or individual investors using these services.

Should securities held for clients be billed under SAC 997154?

Yes. When custodians or depository participants bill clients for safekeeping and related services for securities held in custody, they should classify such services under SAC 997154. This distinguishes them from trading, broking or advisory services, which use different SAC codes under financial services.

Can financial institutions claim ITC on GST paid for SAC 997154?

Financial institutions and funds using custodial or depository services for their taxable investment management or intermediary activities can generally claim ITC on GST paid, subject to credit rules. They must ensure proper GST invoices and link such service costs to their taxable business operations.

Important Disclaimer

The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.