{"id":23552,"date":"2024-10-28T13:21:49","date_gmt":"2024-10-28T07:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/?p=23552"},"modified":"2024-12-26T12:14:25","modified_gmt":"2024-12-26T06:44:25","slug":"gst-on-cctv-camera","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/gst-on-cctv-camera\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to CCTV Camera GST Rate &amp; HSN Code | 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f2f5f9\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All CCTV cameras, wired or wireless, are taxed at a uniform GST rate of 18%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CCTV cameras are classified under HSN code 8525, with specific codes like 852580 covering general models.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Video recorders like DVRs and NVRs fall under HSN code 8521, also taxed at 18%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accessories for CCTV systems, such as cables and hard disks, have the same 18% GST rate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HSN codes like 85258030 help identify specific CCTV types, simplifying purchase decisions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GST on CCTV camera<\/strong> systems in India is uniform across all models and designs. With the implementation of GST, the tax applicable to such systems increased significantly in 2017. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One must also note that the HSN codes for different models and <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Camera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">types of cameras <\/a>vary for CCTV cameras (not immovable property) in India. Learn about the GST rate and HSN codes here in detail to make informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is the HSN Code &amp; GST Rate for CCTV Camera Systems in India?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Is-the-HSN-Code-GST-Rate-for-CCTV-Camera-Systems-in-India.png\" alt=\"What Is the HSN Code &amp; GST Rate for CCTV Camera Systems in India?\" class=\"wp-image-28526\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Is-the-HSN-Code-GST-Rate-for-CCTV-Camera-Systems-in-India.png 900w, https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Is-the-HSN-Code-GST-Rate-for-CCTV-Camera-Systems-in-India-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Is-the-HSN-Code-GST-Rate-for-CCTV-Camera-Systems-in-India-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Is-the-HSN-Code-GST-Rate-for-CCTV-Camera-Systems-in-India-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>All CCTV security systems including wired and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.collinsdictionary.com\/dictionary\/english\/wireless-camera\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wireless cameras<\/a> have a GST rate of 18%. However, prior to 2017, the GST rate for CCTV surveillance cameras was 12%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the HSN codes and applicable GST rates for a range of surveillance cameras like analogue, digital and IP cameras:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>HSN Code<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>GST Rate<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8525<\/td><td>Transmission Apparatus For Radiotelephony, Radio determination, Radio Navigation Or Similar Purposes; Radar Apparatus, Radio Remote Control Apparatus<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>852580<\/td><td>Television Cameras, Digital Cameras and Video Camera Recorder, CCTV Security Camera<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>85258010<\/td><td>Television Cameras<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>85258020<\/td><td>Digital Cameras<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>85258030<\/td><td>Video Camera Recorders (NOT DVR or NVR)<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"GST Number for CCTV Business? Solve Your all CCTV Issue by Self!\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zvz_27pmACY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HSN Codes &amp; GST Rates for Digital Video Recorder (DVR) &amp; Network Video Recorder (NVR)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following are the HSN codes and GST rates applicable to digital video recorders and network video recorders:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>HSN Code<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Product Description<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>GST Rate<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8521<\/td><td>Video recording or reproducing apparatus, whether or not incorporating a video tuner<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>852110<\/td><td>Magnetic tape-type<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8521101<\/td><td>Cassette tape-type:<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>85211012<\/td><td>Video recorders betacam or betacam sp or digital betacam s-vhs or digital-s<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8521102<\/td><td>Spool type<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>85211022<\/td><td>Video recorders betacam or betacam sp or digital betacam s-vhs or digital-s<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8521109<\/td><td>Others<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>852190<\/td><td>Other video recording or reproducing apparatus like DVR and NVR (CP plus DVR HSN code)<\/td><td>18%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CCTV Camera HSN Code and GST Rate for Accessories Hard Disk Power Supply Cables &amp; Connectors Installation Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CCTV-Camera-HSN-Code-and-GST-Rate-for-Accessories-Hard-Disk-Power-Supply-Cables-Connectors-Installation-Services.png\" alt=\"CCTV Camera HSN Code and GST Rate for Accessories Hard Disk Power Supply Cables &amp; Connectors Installation Services\" class=\"wp-image-28527\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CCTV-Camera-HSN-Code-and-GST-Rate-for-Accessories-Hard-Disk-Power-Supply-Cables-Connectors-Installation-Services.png 900w, https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CCTV-Camera-HSN-Code-and-GST-Rate-for-Accessories-Hard-Disk-Power-Supply-Cables-Connectors-Installation-Services-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CCTV-Camera-HSN-Code-and-GST-Rate-for-Accessories-Hard-Disk-Power-Supply-Cables-Connectors-Installation-Services-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/piceapp.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/CCTV-Camera-HSN-Code-and-GST-Rate-for-Accessories-Hard-Disk-Power-Supply-Cables-Connectors-Installation-Services-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The HSN codes for accessories, hard disk <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Power_cable#:~:text=A%20power%20cable%20is%20an,%2C%20run%20overhead%2C%20or%20exposed.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">power supply cables <\/a>and connectors installation services are 8521 and 852190 with a GST rate of 18%. It further includes video recording or reproducing apparatus, even if it does not include a video tuner and other video recording or reproducing apparatus like DVR and NVR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>GST on CCTV camera<\/strong> in India is 18%. It increased from 12% in 2017 to the present rate. You can identify various types of CCTV cameras based on their HSN codes. Make sure to refer to the HSN codes above before making your purchase to choose the right camera and accessories. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Notably, a 2MP IP dome camera has an HSN code 8525 80 30 which is the same for <a href=\"https:\/\/nordvpn.com\/cybersecurity\/glossary\/bullet-camera\/#:~:text=A%20bullet%20camera%20is%20a,relatively%20narrow%20field%20of%20view.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bullet cameras, <\/a>especially a bullet camera 2MP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1If you want to streamline your payment and make GST payments, consider using\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/piceapp.com\/\">the PICE App<\/a>. Explore the PICE App today and take your business to new heights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730095668276\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the GST rate on CCTV cameras in India?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The GST rate on all CCTV cameras, including wired, wireless, analogue, digital, and IP cameras, is set at 18%. This rate increased from 12% in 2017. The uniform GST rate applies across different models and types, making it straightforward for businesses and consumers to calculate the tax.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730095670480\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What are the HSN codes for CCTV cameras?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>CCTV cameras fall under HSN code 8525, specifically 852580 for television, digital, and video cameras used for security purposes. Each type, such as IP cameras or analog systems, is identified by a specific HSN code within this category to help classify and purchase them accurately.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730095680849\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What GST rate applies to CCTV accessories like DVRs and NVRs?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Digital Video Recorders (DVRs) and Network Video Recorders (NVRs) used with CCTV cameras are classified under HSN code 8521 and are also taxed at an 18% GST rate. This includes different types of DVRs, such as magnetic tape and cassette-type video recorders.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730095688945\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do cables, power supplies, and other CCTV accessories have the same GST rate?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, cables, power supplies, hard disks, and other accessories used with CCTV systems are also subject to an 18% GST rate. These accessories are often classified under similar HSN codes, such as 8521, to streamline the tax categorization for CCTV-related equipment.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1730095696173\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How can I identify the correct HSN code for a specific CCTV camera type?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Each type of CCTV camera, like a 2MP IP dome or bullet camera, can be identified by its specific HSN code, such as 85258030. Referring to the right HSN code ensures accurate classification and helps in calculating the applicable GST, making the purchase and documentation process easier for buyers.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Takeaways GST on CCTV camera systems in India is uniform across all models and designs. With the implementation of GST, the tax applicable to such systems increased significantly in 2017. One must also note that the HSN codes for different models and types of cameras vary for CCTV cameras (not immovable property) in India. 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