LatestGoods & Service Tax (GST) 20 September 2026
Kerala Water Authority Imposes 18% GST on Works Contracts
From January 2022, the Kerala Water Authority will charge an 18% Goods and Services Tax on all works contract services it provides to specified local authorities. The rate aligns with the broader GST regime for construction-related contracts and will impact budgeting and billing for municipal projects across the state, prompting contractors to adjust their pricing structures accordingly.
The Kerala Water Authority (KWA) has announced an 18% GST on works contract services effective January 2022. This tax applies to contracts awarded to designated local authorities and is part of the national GST framework for construction activities.
- Contractors must now include the 18% tax in their quotes.
- Municipal budgets will need to accommodate the higher tax cost.
- The move aims to standardize tax treatment across similar services.
For full details, see the original notice here.
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