🚚 Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) on Transportation Charges
Goods Transport Agency (GTA) Services under CGST Act, 2017
CA / ICAI Style Professional Guide for Education & Reference
📜 1. Legal Foundation
Primary Provisions:
- Section 9(3), CGST Act, 2017 - Empowers Government to specify categories where tax is paid on reverse charge by recipient
- Section 5(3), IGST Act, 2017 - Corresponding provision for inter-state supplies
Key Principle: The Government may, on recommendations of GST Council, specify categories of supply of goods or services where tax shall be paid under Reverse Charge by the recipient instead of the supplier.
Enabling Notifications:
| Notification No. | Date | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 13/2017-CT (Rate) | 28.06.2017 | Specifies services under RCM including GTA |
| 12/2017-CT (Rate) | 28.06.2017 | Defines GTA and exemptions |
| 11/2017-CT (Rate) | 28.06.2017 | Prescribes tax rates for GTA services |
| 20/2017-CT (Rate) | 22.08.2017 | Amendment to tax rates |
📚 2. Definition of Goods Transport Agency (GTA)
Official Definition (Notification No. 12/2017-CT (Rate)):
"Goods Transport Agency (GTA)" means any person who provides service in relation to transport of goods by road AND issues a consignment note.
🔴 CRITICAL REQUIREMENT:
WITHOUT CONSIGNMENT NOTE = NOT A GTA = NO RCM
The issuance of consignment note is the decisive factor for GTA classification.
Essential Elements for GTA Classification:
| Element | Requirement | Impact if Absent |
|---|---|---|
| Transport of Goods | Must be goods, not passengers | Service not covered under GTA |
| By Road | Must be road transport | Rail/Air/Sea not covered |
| Consignment Note | Must be issued | NOT GTA, RCM not applicable |
What is NOT a GTA?
- Individual truck owners without consignment note
- Local transporters (tempo, auto, small vans) without formal documentation
- Transport arranged directly by recipient without GTA intermediary
- Courier services (different category)
⚖️ 3. Applicability of RCM on GTA Services
Who Must Pay Tax Under RCM? (Notification No. 13/2017-CT (Rate))
RCM applies when GTA services are received by the following categories of recipients:
| S.No. | Category of Recipient | Legal Basis | RCM Applicable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Factory registered under Factories Act, 1948 | Manufacturing units | ✅ Yes |
| 2 | Society registered under Societies Registration Act, 1860 | Registered societies | ✅ Yes |
| 3 | Cooperative Society | Co-op under state/central law | ✅ Yes |
| 4 | Body Corporate | Companies, LLPs, etc. | ✅ Yes |
| 5 | Partnership Firm (Registered/Unregistered) | All partnership firms | ✅ Yes |
| 6 | Casual Taxable Person | As per Section 2(20) CGST | ✅ Yes |
| 7 | Individual/Proprietorship/HUF | Not in notified list | ❌ No (GTA pays tax) |
📍 Location Requirement:
The recipient must be located in the taxable territory (i.e., within India excluding certain exempt areas).
Conditions for RCM Applicability - All Must Be Met:
- Service Provider is GTA (issues consignment note)
- Recipient falls in notified category (factory, company, partnership, etc.)
- Recipient located in taxable territory
- GTA has NOT opted for forward charge @12%
- Service not exempt under Notification 12/2017
💰 4. Tax Rates Applicable
| Mode of Taxation | GST Rate | CGST | SGST/UTGST | IGST | ITC Eligibility | Who Pays? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reverse Charge (Default) | 5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5% | ✅ Available to Recipient | Recipient |
| Forward Charge (If GTA opts) | 12% | 6% | 6% | 12% | ✅ Available to GTA | GTA |
📊 Comparison: RCM vs Forward Charge
| Aspect | RCM (5%) | Forward Charge (12%) |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Rate | Lower (5%) | Higher (12%) |
| Tax Payer | Recipient | GTA (Supplier) |
| ITC on Inputs | Not available to GTA | Available to GTA |
| Compliance Burden | On Recipient | On GTA |
| Option Period | Default mechanism | Must opt at start of FY |
| Cash Flow | Recipient pays tax | GTA pays tax |
Reference: Notification No. 11/2017-CT (Rate) dated 28.06.2017 as amended by Notification No. 20/2017-CT (Rate) dated 22.08.2017
🔄 5. Option for Forward Charge
Circular No. 177/09/2022-GST dated 03.08.2022
GTA can opt to pay tax under forward charge @12% instead of recipient paying under RCM @5%
Key Provisions of Forward Charge Option:
| Aspect | Requirement |
|---|---|
| When to Opt? | At the beginning of the Financial Year |
| Validity Period | Entire Financial Year (cannot change mid-year) |
| Tax Rate | 12% (6% CGST + 6% SGST or 12% IGST) |
| ITC Benefit | GTA can claim ITC on inputs, input services, capital goods |
| RCM Applicability | Not applicable for that entire Financial Year |
| Declaration | GTA must provide written declaration to recipients |
Benefits & Drawbacks:
✅ Benefits for GTA:
- Can claim ITC on inputs
- Better cash flow management
- Simplified compliance (no RCM tracking)
- Competitive advantage if passing on ITC benefit
❌ Drawbacks:
- Higher tax rate (12% vs 5%)
- Commitment for entire year
- Compliance burden on GTA
- May lose price competitiveness
⚠️ Important for Recipients:
Recipients must verify whether GTA has opted for forward charge. If yes, recipient should NOT pay RCM and should claim ITC from invoice issued by GTA.
🛡️ 6. Exemptions from RCM
Notification No. 12/2017-CT (Rate) dated 28.06.2017
The following services by GTA are exempt from GST (hence RCM not applicable):
Category-wise Exemptions:
1️⃣ Agricultural Produce
| Item | Exemption Status |
|---|---|
| Agricultural produce | ✅ Exempt |
| Milk | ✅ Exempt |
| Salt | ✅ Exempt |
| Food grains (wheat, rice, pulses) | ✅ Exempt |
| Organic manure | ✅ Exempt |
| Fertilizers | ✅ Exempt |
2️⃣ Value-Based Exemptions
| Basis | Threshold | Exemption |
|---|---|---|
| Per Consignment | Freight charge ≤ ₹1,500 | ✅ Fully Exempt |
| Per Consignee | Freight charge ≤ ₹750 | ✅ Fully Exempt |
📝 Example:
Consignment 1: 3 packages to same consignee, total freight ₹1,200
Per consignee: ₹1,200 (exceeds ₹750) → NOT Exempt
Per consignment: ₹1,200 (within ₹1,500) → Exempt
Result: ✅ Service is Exempt (meets per consignment criteria)
Summary - When NO RCM Applies:
- ✅ Transportation of exempt goods (agriculture, milk, salt, food grains, manure, fertilizers)
- ✅ Freight ≤ ₹1,500 per consignment
- ✅ Freight ≤ ₹750 per consignee
- ✅ No consignment note issued (not GTA)
- ✅ GTA opted for forward charge @12%
- ✅ Recipient is individual/HUF/proprietor (not notified category)
⚖️ 7. Landmark Judicial Pronouncements
Case 1: CCE vs. Nandganj Sihori Sugar Co. Ltd.
| Citation | 2014 (34) STR 850 (Tribunal - Delhi) |
| Issue | Whether transport without consignment note qualifies as GTA |
| Held | Without consignment note → Not GTA → No RCM liability |
| Principle | Consignment note is essential for GTA classification |
| Impact | Transporters not issuing CN cannot be treated as GTA |
Case 2: CCE vs. Kanaka Durga Agro Oil Products Pvt. Ltd.
| Citation | 2019 (27) GSTL 481 (Tribunal - Hyderabad) |
| Issue | Transport by individual truckers without CN |
| Held | Transport by individual truck operators = Not GTA service |
| Principle | Individual transporters without formal GTA setup not covered |
| Impact | Local truck hiring without CN does not attract RCM |
Case 3: M/s. Kisan Sahkari Chini Mills Ltd.
| Citation | 2017 (52) STR 254 (Tribunal - Allahabad) |
| Issue | Local transport without consignment note |
| Held | Local transport without CN = No GTA = No RCM |
| Principle | Mere transport activity doesn't make one GTA |
| Impact | Distance (local vs long) irrelevant; CN is determinative |
Case 4: Bharat Oman Refineries Ltd.
| Citation | 2020 (38) GSTL 454 (Tribunal - Delhi) |
| Issue | Core test for GTA classification |
| Held | Consignment note = core test for GTA classification |
| Principle | Legal definition of GTA hinges on consignment note issuance |
| Impact | Reaffirmed CN as decisive factor across jurisdictions |
Case 5: M/s Hindustan Zinc Ltd. vs. UOI
| Citation | 2024-TIOL-317-HC-Raj-GST (Rajasthan High Court) |
| Issue | Timing of RCM liability - accrual vs payment |
| Held | RCM liability arises on accrual basis, not payment |
| Principle | Accounting recognition required when service received |
| Impact | Must book RCM when goods received, not when freight paid |
🔑 Key Legal Principles Established:
- Consignment Note is Mandatory - Without it, no GTA, no RCM
- Individual Truckers ≠ GTA - Hiring individual vehicles doesn't create GTA relationship
- Form over Distance - Local or long-distance irrelevant; documentation matters
- Accrual Basis - RCM liability arises when service received, not when paid
- Burden of Proof - Recipient must verify GTA status and CN before paying RCM
📊 8. Compliance Snapshot for Recipients
| Particular | Recipient's Action | Due Date / Reporting |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Liability | Pay 5% GST under RCM (2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST or 5% IGST) | By 20th of next month |
| ITC Claim | Allowed if used for business purposes (taxable supplies) | Same month as payment |
| GSTR-3B Reporting | Table 3.1(d) - RCM liability Table 4A(3) - ITC on RCM |
By 20th of next month |
| GSTR-1 Reporting | Not required (supplier's obligation) | N/A |
| Invoice | Self-invoice under Rule 46 | When service received |
| E-Invoice | Only GTA issues, not recipient | N/A for recipient |
| E-Way Bill | GTA generates (if applicable) | Before transport |
| Books of Account | Separate RCM register recommended | Continuous |
| Annual Return | Disclose in GSTR-9 (Table 6J - RCM supplies) | By 31st December |
📝 Documentation Checklist:
- ☑️ Copy of consignment note from GTA
- ☑️ Lorry receipt / Transport receipt
- ☑️ Self-invoice prepared under Rule 46
- ☑️ Proof of RCM payment (Challan)
- ☑️ E-way bill (if applicable)
- ☑️ Declaration from GTA regarding forward charge option
- ☑️ GST registration certificate of GTA
- ☑️ Rate confirmation (5% RCM or 12% forward charge)
🔍 Verification Steps Before Payment:
| Step | Verification Point | Document/Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Is transporter a GTA? | Check for consignment note |
| 2 | Is our entity in notified category? | Verify company/firm registration |
| 3 | Has GTA opted for forward charge? | Written declaration from GTA |
| 4 | Is service exempt? | Check goods type & freight value |
| 5 | Calculate GST amount | Freight amount × 5% |
| 6 | Verify GSTIN of GTA | GST portal verification |
🧮 9. Accounting Entries for RCM
Accounting Treatment (As per ICAI Guidance - January 2025)
Key Principle: RCM liability and ITC must be recognized on accrual basis when service is received, regardless of payment timing.
Scenario 1: GTA Service Received (Freight ₹10,000)
Journal Entry at Time of Receipt of Service:
| Particulars | Debit (₹) | Credit (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Freight / Transportation Expenses A/c | 10,000 | |
| Input CGST A/c | 250 | |
| Input SGST A/c | 250 | |
| To GTA (Creditor) A/c | 10,000 | |
| To GST Payable - RCM A/c (CGST) | 250 | |
| To GST Payable - RCM A/c (SGST) | 250 | |
| Total | 10,500 | 10,500 |
Note: GST @ 5% = ₹500 (2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST)
Journal Entry at Time of Payment of GST (Under RCM):
| Particulars | Debit (₹) | Credit (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| GST Payable - RCM A/c (CGST) | 250 | |
| GST Payable - RCM A/c (SGST) | 250 | |
| To Bank A/c / Cash Ledger A/c | 500 | |
| Total | 500 | 500 |
Journal Entry at Time of Payment to GTA:
| Particulars | Debit (₹) | Credit (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| GTA (Creditor) A/c | 10,000 | |
| To Bank A/c | 10,000 | |
| Total | 10,000 | 10,000 |
Scenario 2: Inter-State Transport (IGST Applicable)
Journal Entry (Freight ₹10,000, IGST @ 5% = ₹500):
| Particulars | Debit (₹) | Credit (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Freight / Transportation Expenses A/c | 10,000 | |
| Input IGST A/c | 500 | |
| To GTA (Creditor) A/c | 10,000 | |
| To GST Payable - RCM A/c (IGST) | 500 | |
| Total | 10,500 | 10,500 |
Impact on Financial Statements:
| Statement | Line Item | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Profit & Loss | Freight Expenses | ₹10,000 (GST is neutral if ITC claimed) |
| Balance Sheet - Assets | Input Tax Credit | ₹500 (till utilized) |
| Balance Sheet - Liabilities | GST Payable (RCM) | ₹500 (till payment made) |
| Cash Flow Statement | Operating Activities | Outflow of ₹10,500 total |
⚠️ Critical Accounting Points:
- Accrual Basis: Book liability when service received, not when paid
- Self-Invoice: Must be prepared under Rule 46, CGST Rules
- ITC Claim: Can be claimed in same month, but only after RCM payment
- Neutral Impact: GST has no P&L impact if ITC is eligible and claimed
- Blocked Credits: If freight for exempt supplies, ITC cannot be claimed
Balance Sheet Presentation:
| Balance Sheet (Extract) | |
|---|---|
| Current Assets | |
| Input Tax Credit - CGST | ₹250 |
| Input Tax Credit - SGST | ₹250 |
| Current Liabilities | |
| GST Payable - RCM (CGST) | ₹250 |
| GST Payable - RCM (SGST) | ₹250 |
| Trade Payables - GTA | ₹10,000 |
🔒 10. Penalty & Interest Provisions
Interest on Late Payment:
Section 50(1) of CGST Act, 2017
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Interest Rate | 18% per annum |
| Calculation Period | From due date till actual payment date |
| Calculated On | Tax amount unpaid |
| Formula | (Tax Amount × 18 × Number of Days) / (100 × 365) |
| Minimum Period | Even 1 day delay attracts interest |
📝 Example - Interest Calculation:
RCM Tax Due: ₹10,000
Due Date: 20th January
Payment Date: 10th February (21 days late)
Interest: (10,000 × 18 × 21) / (100 × 365) = ₹103.56
Penalty for Non-Payment:
Sections 73 & 74 of CGST Act, 2017
Section 73 - Where no fraud/willful misstatement:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tax Short Paid | Full Amount |
| Interest @ 18% p.a. | From due date to payment |
| Penalty | 10% of tax amount (if paid before SCN) OR 10% of tax amount (minimum) after SCN |
Section 74 - Where fraud/willful misstatement/suppression:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tax Short Paid | Full Amount |
| Interest @ 18% p.a. | From due date to payment |
| Penalty | 15% of tax amount (if paid before SCN) OR Higher of 100% tax OR ₹10,000 after SCN |
Time Limits for Demand:
| Situation | Time Limit for SCN | Section |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Case (No fraud) | 3 years from due date of annual return | Section 73 |
| Fraud/Suppression/Wilful misstatement | 5 years from due date of annual return | Section 74 |
Other Consequences:
- ITC Reversal: If RCM not paid, ITC claimed must be reversed with interest
- GST Audit: Non-compliance may trigger special audit under Section 65
- Refund Blocking: Any refund claims may be adjusted against RCM dues
- Legal Proceedings: Prosecution possible in cases of fraud/evasion
- Reputation Risk: Compliance rating affected on GST portal
Best Practices to Avoid Penalties:
- ✅ Maintain proper RCM register with all GTA invoices
- ✅ Pay RCM by 20th of next month without fail
- ✅ Claim ITC only after RCM payment in same month
- ✅ Verify GTA status and consignment note before booking
- ✅ Keep backup documentation (CN, LR, E-way bill)
- ✅ Reconcile GSTR-3B with books monthly
- ✅ File annual return on time with correct RCM disclosure
- ✅ Conduct periodic self-audit of RCM transactions
📝 Complete Penalty Example:
Scenario: Company failed to pay RCM on GTA services
RCM Tax Amount: ₹50,000
Due Date: 20th March 2024
Detection Date: 20th September 2024 (6 months late)
| Tax Short Paid | ₹50,000 |
| Interest (50,000 × 18% × 183 days / 365) | ₹4,520 |
| Penalty @ 10% (Section 73 - no fraud) | ₹5,000 |
| Total Recovery | ₹59,520 |
💡 11. Key Takeaways
1️⃣ Consignment Note is Essential
Consignment Note = Essence of GTA. Without it, no GTA classification and no RCM liability arises.
2️⃣ RCM Trigger Mechanism
Section 9(3) + Notification 13/2017 = RCM trigger for notified recipients (factory, company, partnership, etc.)
3️⃣ Exemptions Available
Exemption under Notification 12/2017 = No RCM for agriculture goods, small value freight (≤₹1,500 or ≤₹750)
4️⃣ Forward Charge Alternative
Forward Charge @12% = GTA liability, not recipient. GTA must opt at FY beginning.
5️⃣ Documentation is Key
Maintain proper documentation: CN, LR, self-invoice, payment proof, and annual declaration.
6️⃣ Tax Rate Difference
RCM = 5% (lower rate), Forward Charge = 12% (higher rate with ITC benefit to GTA)
7️⃣ ITC Eligibility
Recipient can claim ITC on RCM paid if used for taxable supplies. Must pay first, then claim.
8️⃣ Accrual Basis Accounting
RCM liability arises on accrual basis when service received, not when payment is made.
9️⃣ Individual Transporters
Transport by individual truckers/local vehicles without CN = Not GTA = No RCM (per case laws)
🔟 Penalty & Interest
Interest @18% p.a. + Penalty @10% minimum for non-payment. Timely compliance is crucial.
1️⃣1️⃣ GSTR-3B Reporting
Report in Table 3.1(d) for liability and Table 4A(3) for ITC claim by 20th of next month.
1️⃣2️⃣ Verification Before Payment
Always verify: (1) Is GTA? (2) CN issued? (3) Forward charge opted? (4) Service exempt?
🎓 Exam / Audit Tip (CA Professional Edge)
Always establish the following sequence in exams or audits:
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📚 ICAI Background Material Reference
ICAI Background Material Vol. 1 (January 2025)
Chapter 6, Paras 6.1 to 6.4
Covers RCM mechanism and GTA interpretation comprehensively with practical examples and case studies.
📊 12. RCM Decision Flowchart
No RCM Applicable
Service Exempt/Regular Supply
(Factory, Company, Partnership, etc.)
GTA pays tax (if registered)
(Agriculture, ≤₹1500/₹750)
No GST, No RCM
(@12%)
GTA pays 12% GST
Recipient claims ITC from invoice
Recipient pays 5% GST
(2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST or 5% IGST)
Actions Required:
✓ Prepare self-invoice
✓ Pay by 20th next month
✓ Report in GSTR-3B
✓ Claim ITC if eligible
Legend:
🧠 13. Comprehensive Mind Map - RCM on GTA Services
Note: This interactive mind map provides a visual overview of all key concepts related to RCM on GTA Services. Each node represents a major topic covered in this guide.
📝 14. Practical Examples & Case Studies
Example 1: Standard RCM Case
Facts:
- ABC Pvt. Ltd. (registered company) hires XYZ Transporters (GTA)
- Transport of raw materials from Supplier to Factory
- Freight charges: ₹50,000
- Consignment note issued by GTA
- GTA has NOT opted for forward charge
- Service is not exempt
Analysis:
| Is CN issued? | ✅ Yes → GTA confirmed |
| Recipient category? | ✅ Company (notified category) |
| Exempt service? | ❌ No |
| Forward charge? | ❌ No |
Conclusion: RCM APPLICABLE
Calculation:
| Freight Amount | ₹50,000 |
| CGST @ 2.5% | ₹1,250 |
| SGST @ 2.5% | ₹1,250 |
| Total GST under RCM | ₹2,500 |
| Total Payment to GTA | ₹50,000 |
| GST Payment to Government | ₹2,500 |
| Total Outflow | ₹52,500 |
Actions by ABC Ltd.:
- Receive consignment note from GTA
- Prepare self-invoice under Rule 46
- Pay ₹50,000 to GTA (no GST on this payment)
- Pay ₹2,500 GST to Government by 20th of next month
- Report in GSTR-3B: Table 3.1(d) and Table 4A(3)
- Claim ITC of ₹2,500 in same month (after payment)
Example 2: Individual Trucker (No RCM)
Facts:
- PQR Manufacturing Ltd. hires individual truck owner
- Local transport of finished goods to warehouse
- Freight charges: ₹8,000 paid in cash
- No consignment note issued
- Only verbal agreement and receipt
Analysis:
| Is CN issued? | ❌ No → NOT a GTA |
Conclusion: RCM NOT APPLICABLE
Since no consignment note is issued, the transporter is not classified as GTA. Per judicial precedents (Nandganj Sihori case), RCM does not apply.
Actions by PQR Ltd.:
- Pay ₹8,000 to truck owner
- Obtain receipt with vehicle number and driver details
- Book as freight expense in accounts
- NO RCM payment required
- NO ITC available
- Maintain documentation for audit purposes
Example 3: Exempt Service (Agriculture Goods)
Facts:
- XYZ Cooperative Society hires ABC Transporters (GTA)
- Transport of wheat (agricultural produce) from farm to warehouse
- Freight charges: ₹25,000
- Consignment note issued
- GTA has not opted for forward charge
Analysis:
| Is CN issued? | ✅ Yes → GTA confirmed |
| Recipient category? | ✅ Cooperative Society (notified) |
| Goods transported? | Wheat (Agricultural produce) |
| Exempt under Not. 12/2017? | ✅ Yes (Agriculture goods) |
Conclusion: SERVICE EXEMPT - NO RCM
Actions by XYZ Society:
- Pay ₹25,000 to GTA
- NO GST payment required
- NO RCM applicable
- Service is fully exempt
- Maintain CN and exemption documentation
Example 4: Forward Charge Option
Facts:
- LMN Pvt. Ltd. (company) hires DEF Logistics (GTA)
- Transport of machinery parts
- Freight charges: ₹1,00,000
- Consignment note issued
- GTA has opted for forward charge @12%
Analysis:
| Is CN issued? | ✅ Yes → GTA confirmed |
| Recipient category? | ✅ Company (notified category) |
| Forward charge opted? | ✅ Yes @12% |
Conclusion: FORWARD CHARGE - RCM NOT APPLICABLE
Calculation:
| Freight Amount | ₹1,00,000 |
| CGST @ 6% | ₹6,000 |
| SGST @ 6% | ₹6,000 |
| Invoice Amount | ₹1,12,000 |
GST charged by GTA in invoice
Actions by LMN Ltd.:
- Receive tax invoice from GTA (showing 12% GST)
- Pay ₹1,12,000 to GTA (including GST)
- NO RCM payment required
- Claim ITC of ₹12,000 from GTA's invoice
- Report in GSTR-2B and GSTR-3B as regular purchase
Actions by DEF Logistics (GTA):
- Collect ₹12,000 GST from customer
- Pay ₹12,000 GST to Government
- Can claim ITC on its inputs and services
Example 5: Small Value Exemption
Facts:
- RST Industries (partnership firm) hires local GTA
- Transport of small consignment of spares
- Freight charge: ₹1,200 per consignment
- Consignment note issued
- GTA not opted for forward charge
Analysis:
| Is CN issued? | ✅ Yes → GTA confirmed |
| Recipient category? | ✅ Partnership firm (notified) |
| Freight amount? | ₹1,200 per consignment |
| Exempt (≤₹1,500)? | ✅ Yes |
Conclusion: EXEMPT SERVICE - NO RCM
Since freight is ≤ ₹1,500 per consignment, service is exempt under Notification 12/2017.
Actions by RST Industries:
- Pay ₹1,200 to GTA
- NO GST payment required
- Service is exempt due to small value
- Maintain CN showing freight amount
Summary Comparison - All Examples
| Example | Scenario | RCM? | GST Rate | Who Pays Tax? | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Standard GTA with CN | ✅ Yes | 5% | Recipient | All conditions met |
| 2 | Individual trucker, no CN | ❌ No | - | - | Not a GTA |
| 3 | Agriculture goods transport | ❌ No | Exempt | - | Exempt goods |
| 4 | GTA opted forward charge | ❌ No | 12% | GTA | Forward charge |
| 5 | Small value (≤₹1,500) | ❌ No | Exempt | - | Value exemption |
