--- title: "Radio Channel Services | Professional Radio Channel Solutions" description: "Expert radio channel services covering compliant, reliable, and high-quality solutions tailored to your needs. SAC Code 998463." canonical: "https://busy.in/sac-code-998463/" --- # Radio Channel under SAC Code 998463 Part of [SAC 9984: Telecommunications & broadcasting supply services](https://busy.in/sac-code-9984/). Radio channel services under SAC 998463 relate to operating FM and AM stations that broadcast music, talk shows and news for listeners. Programming teams design formats, schedule presenters, manage live discussions and keep radio programming and FM radio shows running smoothly. Income from advertisements, sponsored segments and special features on each radio channel should be invoiced using this SAC code with the right GST rate so that both the broadcaster and the advertiser can maintain clean, auditable records. ## 998463 SAC Code GST rate Under GST, radio channel services are classified as broadcasting services. The taxable value typically covers sale of advertising time, sponsored show packages, brand integrations, content syndication and any fees charged for running special FM radio shows or dedicated channels for business clients. After the September 2025 changes, radio broadcasting and radio channel services that do not fall under a specific exemption are usually taxed at 18%. Registered broadcasters must charge GST on these services, and registered advertisers can normally claim input tax credit when the expense is incurred for their taxable business activities. **The table below summarises the latest standard GST rate for this SAC code in the usual taxable scenario.** | SAC code | Description | New GST rate (from 22 Sep 2025) | Old GST rate (till 21 Sep 2025) | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 998463 | Radio channel programmes | 18% with ITC | 18% with ITC | Radio channel programme creation falls in the same 99846 broadcasting group. Rate tables show a 5% concessional line plus a nil line for FIFA-linked services, while the general commercial rate remains 18% with ITC. | In practice, radio stations should clearly identify advertisement income and other service charges, mention SAC 998463 on invoices and apply 18% GST on taxable supplies so that GST returns and books of account remain consistent. ## Practical classification guidance Radio channel operators should use this code when their main supply is operating and programming radio channels. Other SAC codes in the same heading may be better suited when the core service is television broadcasting, providing audiovisual news feeds, running online information portals or offering digital content platforms rather than pure radio operations. ## Conclusion This code is meant for radio channel services where FM or AM stations broadcast music, talk and news and earn income from advertisements or related packages. These services are usually liable to 18% GST, so using the correct SAC and rate helps both broadcasters and advertisers keep compliance straightforward. For complex deals that mix radio with digital campaigns or content production, it is sensible to review contracts carefully and take professional GST advice. ## Explore more ### Other SAC services under 9984 - [998411: Carrier](https://busy.in/sac-code-998411/) - [998412: Fixed Line Telephone](https://busy.in/sac-code-998412/) - [998413: Mobile Telecom](https://busy.in/sac-code-998413/) - [998414: Private Network](https://busy.in/sac-code-998414/) - [998415: Data Transmission](https://busy.in/sac-code-998415/) - [998419: Telecommunication](https://busy.in/sac-code-998419/) - [998421: Internet Backbone](https://busy.in/sac-code-998421/) - [998422: Broadband Internet](https://busy.in/sac-code-998422/) - [998423: Online Fax](https://busy.in/sac-code-998423/) - [998424: Video Conferencing](https://busy.in/sac-code-998424/) - [998429: Internet Telecom](https://busy.in/sac-code-998429/) - [998431: Online Information](https://busy.in/sac-code-998431/) - [998432: Online Audio Streaming](https://busy.in/sac-code-998432/) - [998433: Online Video Streaming](https://busy.in/sac-code-998433/) - [998434: Software Download](https://busy.in/sac-code-998434/) - [998435: E Book Download](https://busy.in/sac-code-998435/) - [998439: Digital Content](https://busy.in/sac-code-998439/) - [998441: News Agency](https://busy.in/sac-code-998441/) - [998442: Independent Journalist](https://busy.in/sac-code-998442/) - [998443: Audiovisual News](https://busy.in/sac-code-998443/) - [998451: Library](https://busy.in/sac-code-998451/) - [998452: Digital Archive](https://busy.in/sac-code-998452/) - [998453: Historical Archive](https://busy.in/sac-code-998453/) - [998461: Radio Broadcasting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998461/) - [998462: Television Broadcast](https://busy.in/sac-code-998462/) - [998464: Television Programmes](https://busy.in/sac-code-998464/) - [998465: Broadcasting](https://busy.in/sac-code-998465/) - [998466: DTH](https://busy.in/sac-code-998466/) ### 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/)