--- title: "Technical Consulting Services | Professional Technical Consulting Solutions" description: "Expert technical consulting services covering compliant, reliable, and high-quality solutions tailored to your needs. SAC Code 998393." canonical: "https://busy.in/sac-code-998393/" --- # Technical Consulting under SAC Code 998393 Part of [SAC 9983: Professional, technical & business services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9983/). Technical Consulting Services provide specialised knowledge to solve technical, engineering or scientific problems. Companies approach such consultants when they need independent review, design input or help in meeting standards and regulations. SAC 998393 is used when the main work relates to scientific and technical consulting services for businesses and projects It is meant for professional assignments where the provider takes responsibility for planning, execution and delivery as per the agreed brief. In practical terms, projects under this SAC often include areas like engineering consulting services, scientific consultancy services. Using SAC 998393 for such work keeps the service description and [**GST classification**](https://busy.in/gst/) aligned with what is actually delivered. ## 998393 SAC Code GST rate From a GST point of view, technical consulting services are treated as supply of services. The taxable value includes professional fees for analysis, problem solving, documentation and review meetings that form part of the same engagement. Post the September 2025 GST changes, scientific and technical consulting services also continue under the standard 18% slab, unless covered by a special notification. Eligible business recipients can generally claim input tax credit when the advice relates to their taxable operations and documentation is complete. **The table below explains the current standard GST rate for SAC code 998393.** | SAC code | Description | New GST rate (from 22 Sep 2025) | Old GST rate (till 21 Sep 2025) | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 998393 | Scientific and technical consulting services | 18% with ITC | 18% with ITC | Listed under other professional services with slab options 5, 12 and 18 for a very limited sports event, but normal commercial consulting is treated at 18%. No slab specific change has been announced for this code, so the typical rate remains 18%. | In day to day billing, service providers offering technical consulting services should charge 18% GST on taxable fees, mention SAC 998393 on their invoices and keep this code consistent in GST records so that income from these assignments is easy to track. ## Practical classification guidance For the 9983 group, this [**SAC code**](https://busy.in/sac-codes/) will generally apply where the main engagement is clearly technical consulting services. Other codes in the same heading should be used when the work fits their described activity more closely. ## Conclusion This code is meant for technical consulting services where clients hire specialised professionals for focused projects and ongoing support. The code is generally taxed at 18% under GST, and using it consistently with the correct rate in % helps both service providers and clients keep billing, [**input tax credit**](https://busy.in/gst/input-tax-credit/) and gst compliance organised. ## Frequently asked questions ### What does SAC code 998393 cover in GST? SAC 998393 covers scientific and technical consulting services, including expert advice on engineering problems, technology selection, process improvement and applied science matters for businesses and government projects. ### Does SAC 998393 include scientific and technical consulting for business projects? Yes, advisory work on production processes, material selection, environmental impact, safety, innovation and similar topics is normally classified under 998393 when it does not fall under more specific engineering or IT consulting SAC codes. ### What GST rate applies to technical consulting under SAC 998393? Scientific and technical consulting services classified under SAC 998393 are generally taxed at 18% GST. The standard rate applies across most professional consultancy unless a special notification grants concessional treatment for a specific project or sector. ### When should a firm choose SAC 998393 instead of engineering or IT specific SAC codes? Use 998393 where consulting is multi disciplinary or scientific in nature and not clearly covered by engineering (998331 to 998338) or IT consulting (998313 etc). Accurate narrative of services on the invoice helps support the chosen classification during scrutiny. ### Can companies claim ITC on GST paid for SAC 998393 services? Yes, companies can typically claim ITC on GST paid for scientific and technical consulting that supports their taxable operations, such as product development, compliance or process improvement. ITC is restricted where the consulting relates only to exempt supplies or personal activities. ## Explore more ### Other SAC services under 9983 - [998311: Management Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998311/) - [998312: Business Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998312/) - [998313: IT Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998313/) - [998314: Software Development](https://busy.in/sac-code-998314/) - [998315: Web Hosting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998315/) - [998316: It Infrastructure Management](https://busy.in/sac-code-998316/) - [998319: IT](https://busy.in/sac-code-998319/) - [998321: Architecture Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998321/) - [998322: Architectural](https://busy.in/sac-code-998322/) - [998323: Commercial Architecture](https://busy.in/sac-code-998323/) - [998324: Heritage Restoration](https://busy.in/sac-code-998324/) - [998325: Urban Planning](https://busy.in/sac-code-998325/) - [998326: Rural Land Planning](https://busy.in/sac-code-998326/) - [998327: Master Planning](https://busy.in/sac-code-998327/) - [998328: Landscape Architecture](https://busy.in/sac-code-998328/) - [998331: Engineering Consultancy](https://busy.in/sac-code-998331/) - [998332: Building Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998332/) - [998333: Industrial Engineering Service](https://busy.in/sac-code-998333/) - [998334: Transport Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998334/) - [998335: Energy Infrastructure Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998335/) - [998336: Telecom Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998336/) - [998337: Waste Management Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998337/) - [998338: Specialized Engineering](https://busy.in/sac-code-998338/) - [998339: Project Management Consultancy Construction](https://busy.in/sac-code-998339/) - [998341: Geological Consulting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998341/) - [998342: Subsurface Surveying](https://busy.in/sac-code-998342/) - [998343: Mineral Exploration](https://busy.in/sac-code-998343/) - [998344: Surface Survey](https://busy.in/sac-code-998344/) - [998345: Weather Forecasting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998345/) - [998346: Technical Testing](https://busy.in/sac-code-998346/) - [998347: Safety Certification](https://busy.in/sac-code-998347/) - [998348: Art Authentication](https://busy.in/sac-code-998348/) - [998349: Technical Consultancy](https://busy.in/sac-code-998349/) - [998351: Pet Veterinary](https://busy.in/sac-code-998351/) - [998352: Livestock Veterinary](https://busy.in/sac-code-998352/) - [998359: Veterinary Consultancy](https://busy.in/sac-code-998359/) - [998361: Digital Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998361/) - [998362: Advertising Space](https://busy.in/sac-code-998362/) - [998363: Print Media Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998363/) - [998364: TV Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998364/) - [998365: Internet Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998365/) - [998366: Outdoor Advertising](https://busy.in/sac-code-998366/) - [998371: Market Research](https://busy.in/sac-code-998371/) - [998372: Public Opinion](https://busy.in/sac-code-998372/) - [998381: Portrait Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998381/) - [998382: Advertising Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998382/) - [998383: Event Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998383/) - [998384: Specialty Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998384/) - [998385: Photo Retouching](https://busy.in/sac-code-998385/) - [998386: Video Editing](https://busy.in/sac-code-998386/) - [998387: Photography](https://busy.in/sac-code-998387/) - [998391: Interior Design](https://busy.in/sac-code-998391/) - [998392: Graphic Design](https://busy.in/sac-code-998392/) - [998394: Data Compilation](https://busy.in/sac-code-998394/) - [998395: Translation](https://busy.in/sac-code-998395/) - [998396: Trademark Registration](https://busy.in/sac-code-998396/) - [998397: Brand Promotion](https://busy.in/sac-code-998397/) - [998399: Professional](https://busy.in/sac-code-998399/) ### All SAC headings - [99: All Services Accounting](https://busy.in/sac-code-99/) - [9954: Services in building & construction](https://busy.in/sac-code-9954/) - [9961: Services in wholesale trade](https://busy.in/sac-code-9961/) - [9962: Services in retail trade](https://busy.in/sac-code-9962/) - [9963: Accommodation, food & beverage services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9963/) - [9964: Passenger transport services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9964/) - [9965: Goods transport services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9965/) - [9966: Rental services of transport vehicles](https://busy.in/sac-code-9966/) - [9967: Supporting services in transport](https://busy.in/sac-code-9967/) - [9968: Postal & courier services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9968/) - [9969: Electricity, gas & water supply services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9969/) - [9971: Financial & related services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9971/) - [9972: Real estate services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9972/) - [9973: Leasing or rental services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9973/) - [9981: Research & development services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9981/) - [9982: Legal & accounting services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9982/) - [9983: Professional, technical & business services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9983/) - [9984: Telecommunications & broadcasting supply services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9984/) - [9985: Support services to business](https://busy.in/sac-code-9985/) - [9986: Support services to agriculture, hunting, forestry & more](https://busy.in/sac-code-9986/) - [9987: Maintenance, repair & installation services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9987/) - [9988: Manufacturing services on physical inputs](https://busy.in/sac-code-9988/) - [9989: Services in publishing, printing & bookbinding](https://busy.in/sac-code-9989/) - [9991: Public administration & other services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9991/) - [9992: Education services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9992/) - [9993: Human health & social care services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9993/) - [9994: Sewage & waste collection](https://busy.in/sac-code-9994/) - [9995: Services of membership organizations](https://busy.in/sac-code-9995/) - [9996: Recreational, cultural & sporting services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9996/) - [9997: Other Services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9997/)