Costing and Taxation (CSTX)
Class: XII
Semester: IV
Full Marks: 40
Contact Hours: 80 Hours
📚 Total Units
4
2 Costing + 2 Taxation
⏰ Contact Hours
80
Hours
📝 Total Marks
40
Theory Assessment
🎯 Course Type
Theory
+ Project Work
Costing Units
Unit 1: Methods of Remuneration - II
Topics Covered:
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Halsey Premium Bonus Scheme
- Basic concepts and principles
- Formula and calculation methods
- Simple problems and applications
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Rowan Premium Bonus Scheme
- Basic concepts and principles
- Formula and calculation methods
- Simple problems and applications
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Comparative Analysis
- Differences between Halsey and Rowan schemes
- Advantages and disadvantages of each method
- Practical applications in industries
Unit 2: Basic Concept of Overhead
Part A: Fundamental Concepts
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Definition of Overhead
- Understanding overhead costs
- Types of indirect costs
- Role in total cost calculation
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Importance of Overhead
- Impact on product pricing
- Cost control and management
- Profitability analysis
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Classification of Overhead
- Element-based classification - Material, Labour, Expenses
- Function-based classification - Production, Administration, Selling & Distribution
- Behavior-based classification - Fixed, Variable, Semi-variable
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Distinctions
- Difference between Overhead and Prime Cost
- Direct vs Indirect costs
Part B: Distribution of Costs
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Allocation vs Apportionment
- Definition and differences
- When to use allocation
- When to use apportionment
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Bases of Primary Distribution
- Floor area method
- Number of employees
- Direct wages/salaries
- Machine hours
- Capital value of assets
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Primary Distribution of Cost
- Distribution among different departments
- Simple problems on primary distribution
- Practical applications
Taxation Units
Unit 3: Income from "House Property"
Part I: Chargeability and Exemptions
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Essential Conditions (Section 22)
- Owner of the property
- Property should consist of buildings or lands
- Property should not be used for business/profession
- Annual value must be determinable
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Property Income Exempt from Tax [Section 23(1)]
- Agricultural land
- Property used for own business/profession
- Property not capable of earning income
- Conditions for exemption
Part II: Computation - Let Out House Property
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Step 1: Gross Annual Value (GAV)
- Determination of expected rent
- Actual rent received/receivable
- Adjustment of vacancy period
- Unrealized rent deduction
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Step 2: Net Annual Value (NAV)
- GAV minus municipal taxes paid by owner
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Step 3: Standard Deduction [Section 24(a)]
- 30% of Net Annual Value
- Deduction for repairs and collection charges
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Step 4: Interest on Borrowed Capital [Section 24(b)]
- Interest on loan taken for purchase/construction
- Interest on loan for repairs/renewal
- Excluding interest for pre-construction period
- Maximum limit and conditions
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Final Calculation
- Income from House Property = NAV - Deduction u/s 24(a) - Interest u/s 24(b)
Part III: Computation - Self Occupied House
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Annual Value of Self Occupied Property
- Annual value taken as NIL (Zero)
- Only one house can be treated as self-occupied
- Conditions for self-occupation
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Deductions Available
- Standard deduction u/s 24(a) - NOT allowed
- Interest on borrowed capital u/s 24(b) - Allowed (subject to limits)
- Maximum deduction: ₹2,00,000 (for self-occupied property)
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Final Calculation
- Income from self-occupied house = 0 - Interest u/s 24(b)
- Usually results in negative income (loss)
- Loss can be set off against other heads of income
Unit 4: Goods and Service Tax (GST)
Fundamentals of GST
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Concept of GST
- Definition and meaning
- One Nation, One Tax principle
- Destination-based taxation
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Historical Background
- Evolution of indirect taxes in India
- Need for GST reform
- Implementation timeline
- GST implementation date: July 1, 2017
Tax Structure Comparison
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Indirect Tax Structure - Pre-GST Period
- Central Excise Duty
- Service Tax
- Value Added Tax (VAT)
- Central Sales Tax (CST)
- Entry Tax, Luxury Tax, Entertainment Tax
- Problems: Cascading effect, multiple taxes
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Indirect Tax Structure - After GST
- Unified tax system
- Elimination of cascading effect
- Seamless flow of Input Tax Credit (ITC)
- Simplified tax structure
GST Framework
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Objectives of GST
- Remove cascading effect of taxes
- Broaden tax base
- Increase tax compliance
- Reduce tax evasion
- Create common national market
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Structure of GST
- Dual GST model in India
- Central Government component
- State Government component
- GST Council and its role
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Types of GST
- CGST (Central GST) - Intra-state supply, collected by Central Govt
- SGST (State GST) - Intra-state supply, collected by State Govt
- IGST (Integrated GST) - Inter-state supply, collected by Central Govt
- UTGST (Union Territory GST) - For Union Territories
Salient Features & Benefits
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Salient Features of GST
- Destination-based tax
- Multi-stage taxation
- Input Tax Credit (ITC) mechanism
- Technology-driven implementation
- Threshold exemption limits
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Benefits for Business and Industry
- Elimination of cascading effect
- Improved cash flow through ITC
- Reduction in transaction costs
- Simplified tax compliance
- Ease of doing business
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Benefits for Central and State Governments
- Broadened tax base
- Better tax compliance
- Reduced tax evasion
- Increased revenue collection
- Simplified tax administration
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Benefits for Consumers
- Reduction in overall tax burden
- Single transparent tax
- Lower prices due to elimination of cascading
- Better quality products and services
GST Rules and Registration
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GST Rules on Goods
- Supply of goods definition
- Classification of goods
- Tax rates applicable (5%, 12%, 18%, 28%)
- Exempted goods
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GST Rules on Services
- Supply of services definition
- Classification of services
- Tax rates applicable
- Exempted services
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GSTIN (GST Identification Number)
- 15-digit unique identification number
- State code + PAN + entity code + check digit
- Mandatory for GST registration
- Required for filing returns and claiming ITC
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GSTN (GST Network)
- IT infrastructure for GST implementation
- Common portal for taxpayers
- Online registration, return filing, and payment
- Integration with various stakeholders