Mining Exploration License Under SAC Code 997337

SAC Code 997337 is used to classify Licensing services for the right to use minerals including its exploration and evaluation under GST. It helps businesses apply the right tax rate, maintain clean invoices, and improve compliance during GST return filing.

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997337 SAC Code GST Rate

Review old and new GST rates for Mining Exploration License under 997337 SAC Code.

SAC Code

997337

Description

Licensing services for the right to use minerals including its exploration and evaluation

New Rate

18 %
Standard

Old Rate

12 %

Notes

Rate charts for IPR-related licensing under 99733 show this code with 12% / 18% historically, but most recent SAC-wise tools now list 18%. With GST 2.0 merging 12% slabs into 5% or 18% and no explicit 5% entry for this service, the practical rate is 18% with ITC from 22 Sep 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common queries about SAC Code 997337 and GST compliance.

What does SAC code 997337 cover in GST?

SAC 997337 covers environmental, water, sewerage and waste engineering services. It includes planning and design of sewage treatment plants, solid waste facilities, drainage systems, landfills and pollution control infrastructure. Consultants provide technical solutions for safe disposal, treatment and management of waste and wastewater for cities and industries.

Does SAC 997337 include environmental and waste, water and sewerage engineering services?

Yes. Services like designing STPs, ETPs, landfills, drainage networks, stormwater systems or waste management plants generally fall under SAC 997337. These assignments may include feasibility studies, detailed engineering, environmental impact assessments and technical advisory for meeting regulatory compliance and sustainability norms in public and private projects.

What GST rate applies to waste management engineering under SAC 997337?

Environmental and waste engineering services under SAC 997337 are typically taxed at 18%. GST is applied on consulting fees, design charges and technical reports. Certain government projects may get special treatment, so both consultants and project owners should check current exemptions or reduced rate notifications, if any, before billing.

Should consultants for STP, landfill or drainage projects use SAC 997337?

Yes. Engineering firms that design sewage plants, drainage lines, landfill cells or waste sorting plants should use SAC 997337 on their invoices. Correct classification helps authorities and companies distinguish between technical consultancy, turnkey construction and operations contracts, which may have separate SAC codes and different tax treatments.

Can municipalities or companies claim ITC on GST paid for SAC 997337 services where eligible?

Where the recipient is a registered entity making taxable supplies, ITC on SAC 997337 services is generally allowed. For municipalities, eligibility depends on whether they are registered and how the project is structured. Clear contracts, proper tax invoices and linkage of services to taxable output are essential for ITC.

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.