Private Network Services Under SAC Code 998414
Private Network Services provide secure and private connectivity between different locations of the same organisation. Companies use these services to link branch offices, warehouses and data centres over protected networks.
SAC 998414 is used when the main work relates to private network services for secure enterprise communication and data flow It is meant for telecom assignments where the provider is responsible for connectivity, capacity, uptime and agreed service levels.
In practical terms, plans under this SAC often include areas like enterprise network solutions , vpn network services. Using SAC 998414 in such cases keeps the service description and GST classification aligned with how the connection is actually used.
Private Network Services GST Rate for SAC Code 998414
Under GST, private network services are treated as supply of services. The taxable value typically includes recurring charges, usage-based fees, activation charges and any bundled add-on services billed under the same telecom contract.
After the September 2025 GST revision, telecom and communication services that are not specifically exempt continue to fall under the standard 18% slab. Business subscribers can usually claim input tax credit when these services are used for their taxable operations and proper documentation is available.
The table below gives the prevailing standard GST rate for SAC code 998414.
| Code | Description | Old GST Rate (till 21 Sep 2025) |
New GST Rate (from 22 Sep 2025) |
Notes on change / inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 998414 | Private network services | 18% with ITC | 18% with ITC | Private network connectivity services are part of telephony and other telecommunication services and standardised at 18% GST; no separate concessional entry exists after rationalisation. |
In day to day billing, telecom operators and service providers offering private network services should apply 18% GST on taxable charges, mention SAC 998414 on tax invoices and follow the same code in their GST records so that revenue from communication services is easy to track.
Explore Other SAC Codes Under 9984
SAC 998414 comes under heading 9984, which groups telecommunication and related services used by individuals, businesses and institutions for voice, data and network connectivity.
Below are the major related six-digit SAC codes under parent 9984.
For the 9984 group, this code will normally apply when the primary service is clearly private network services. Other codes in the same heading should be used where the offering is better described as fixed line, mobile, data or another specific telecom service.
Conclusion
This code is meant for private network services where telecom operators or intermediaries provide clearly defined connectivity or carrier solutions under contract. The code is generally taxed at 18% under GST, and using it consistently with the correct rate in % helps both providers and business customers keep communication spend and GST compliance straightforward.
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