The important concepts in CST Act like "inter-state sales, stock transfer, in the course of import or export", have always been surrounded by controversies. Eventhough there have been certain judicial precedents, tax authorities in different states have been taking different stands. The presentation is an attempt made to simplify these concepts, stressing on judicial precedents issued on the subject, precautions to be taken by dealers, etc.
The document provides terminology and definitions related to Value Added Tax (VAT) in Uttar Pradesh, India. It defines key terms like taxable supplies, taxable activity, registered person, taxable person, input tax, output tax, exempt supplies, and zero-rated supplies. It also summarizes VAT implementation in UP, including registration requirements, tax rates, return filing procedures, interest and penalties, tax invoices, and input tax credit rules. Finally, it lists various forms prescribed under the UP VAT for registration, returns, transporters, stock, challans, and miscellaneous purposes.
This document contains questions and answers related to VAT audit issues. Some key points addressed include:
- A dealer changing from the composition scheme to the normal VAT system does not need to declare stock on hand from the previous year.
- A works contractor under the composition scheme is not eligible for standard deductions before tax is levied.
- Excess purchases in one period under the composition scheme for retailers cannot be adjusted in later periods.
- A contractor can issue Form C for materials purchased from outside Maharashtra if used for works contracts within Maharashtra.
- Modifying the CST registration to include a capital asset is necessary before Form C can be issued for its purchase.
The document discusses key aspects of the Central Sales Tax Act of 1956 in India. It provides definitions for key terms like central sales tax, inter-state sale, intra-state sale. It explains the types of registrations required under the act and the documentation involved. It describes what constitutes an inter-state sale under sections 3a and 3b of the act. It also summarizes provisions around deemed exports, imports, and stock transfers between branches. Various forms prescribed under the act are also listed.
The Central Sales Tax Act provides principles for determining inter-state sales and levies tax on sales occurring during inter-state trade. It aims to regulate state sales taxes on declared goods moving between states. Only movable property is considered goods under the Act. A sale involves the transfer of property in goods for consideration, excluding transfers like mortgages or pledges where ownership is not passed. Various transactions like hire purchases or barter trades are included in the definition of sale.
Basic Concepts of Central Sales Tax outlines key aspects of the CST including:
1) Inter-state sales are taxed by the central government while intra-state sales are taxed by state governments. Sales can be inter-state, during import/export, or intra-state.
2) States cannot discriminate between locally produced goods and goods brought from other states - the tax rate must be the same.
3) CST is paid at 2% if a C form is obtained, otherwise the rate matches the local sales tax rate of the state. Revenue from CST goes to the state where the goods originated.
4) The document discusses the definitions of inter-state sales,
This document discusses international transactions and transfer pricing regulations in India. It begins by introducing international transactions and defines them as transactions between two or more associated enterprises, where at least one enterprise is non-resident. It then discusses what constitutes a "transaction" and provides examples. It also discusses deemed international transactions where transactions between a resident enterprise and third party are deemed international transactions if there is a prior agreement between the third party and an associated non-resident enterprise. The document concludes by summarizing a key case related to deemed international transactions between two resident Indian companies.
The document discusses Form 3CEB which requires taxpayers to obtain an accountant's report certifying related party transactions over Rs. 1,000. Key details include:
1) Form 3CEB must be filed electronically by November 30th and includes details of international and specified domestic transactions with related parties.
2) The accountant preparing the form must meet certain criteria and is responsible for examining records and certifying transactions are documented and values are arm's length.
3) Non-compliance can result in penalties for the taxpayer and accountant. Caveats are that the accountant's examination is limited and transfer pricing rules may not apply to all related party transactions.
4) Many countries have similar
The document provides terminology and definitions related to Value Added Tax (VAT) in Uttar Pradesh, India. It defines key terms like taxable supplies, taxable activity, registered person, taxable person, input tax, output tax, exempt supplies, and zero-rated supplies. It also summarizes VAT implementation in UP, including registration requirements, tax rates, return filing procedures, interest and penalties, tax invoices, and input tax credit rules. Finally, it lists various forms prescribed under the UP VAT for registration, returns, transporters, stock, challans, and miscellaneous purposes.
This document contains questions and answers related to VAT audit issues. Some key points addressed include:
- A dealer changing from the composition scheme to the normal VAT system does not need to declare stock on hand from the previous year.
- A works contractor under the composition scheme is not eligible for standard deductions before tax is levied.
- Excess purchases in one period under the composition scheme for retailers cannot be adjusted in later periods.
- A contractor can issue Form C for materials purchased from outside Maharashtra if used for works contracts within Maharashtra.
- Modifying the CST registration to include a capital asset is necessary before Form C can be issued for its purchase.
The document discusses key aspects of the Central Sales Tax Act of 1956 in India. It provides definitions for key terms like central sales tax, inter-state sale, intra-state sale. It explains the types of registrations required under the act and the documentation involved. It describes what constitutes an inter-state sale under sections 3a and 3b of the act. It also summarizes provisions around deemed exports, imports, and stock transfers between branches. Various forms prescribed under the act are also listed.
The Central Sales Tax Act provides principles for determining inter-state sales and levies tax on sales occurring during inter-state trade. It aims to regulate state sales taxes on declared goods moving between states. Only movable property is considered goods under the Act. A sale involves the transfer of property in goods for consideration, excluding transfers like mortgages or pledges where ownership is not passed. Various transactions like hire purchases or barter trades are included in the definition of sale.
Basic Concepts of Central Sales Tax outlines key aspects of the CST including:
1) Inter-state sales are taxed by the central government while intra-state sales are taxed by state governments. Sales can be inter-state, during import/export, or intra-state.
2) States cannot discriminate between locally produced goods and goods brought from other states - the tax rate must be the same.
3) CST is paid at 2% if a C form is obtained, otherwise the rate matches the local sales tax rate of the state. Revenue from CST goes to the state where the goods originated.
4) The document discusses the definitions of inter-state sales,
This document discusses international transactions and transfer pricing regulations in India. It begins by introducing international transactions and defines them as transactions between two or more associated enterprises, where at least one enterprise is non-resident. It then discusses what constitutes a "transaction" and provides examples. It also discusses deemed international transactions where transactions between a resident enterprise and third party are deemed international transactions if there is a prior agreement between the third party and an associated non-resident enterprise. The document concludes by summarizing a key case related to deemed international transactions between two resident Indian companies.
The document discusses Form 3CEB which requires taxpayers to obtain an accountant's report certifying related party transactions over Rs. 1,000. Key details include:
1) Form 3CEB must be filed electronically by November 30th and includes details of international and specified domestic transactions with related parties.
2) The accountant preparing the form must meet certain criteria and is responsible for examining records and certifying transactions are documented and values are arm's length.
3) Non-compliance can result in penalties for the taxpayer and accountant. Caveats are that the accountant's examination is limited and transfer pricing rules may not apply to all related party transactions.
4) Many countries have similar
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1. The document discusses player experience in game design from the perspective of Rui Prada, a professor and expert in games.
2. It emphasizes that games are designed to provide experiences for players through doing, feeling, and learning. A good game promotes a good experience.
3. Player experience is crafted through eliciting emotions like pleasure, satisfaction, and learning over the progression of gameplay. Proper challenge and novelty keep the experience engaging over time.
The document discusses models for developing believable autonomous characters that can interact with people. It describes how characters need human-like qualities like intentionality, emotions, personality and theory of mind to become believable. Socio-emotional intelligence is particularly important for teaming agents with people. Serious games are discussed as an application that could motivate communication and change using autonomous characters.
Geometry Friends Game AI Competition - 2013 ResultsRui Prada
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Opportunities for Fiction and Fantasy in VideogamesRui Prada
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The High Court of Delhi heard a case regarding notices of default payment and penalties issued to M/s Mitsubishi Corporation India Pvt Ltd for the 2007-2008 financial year. The petitioner challenged the orders on the grounds that the sales in question fell under Section 3(a) or 3(b) of the Central Sales Tax Act and they were entitled to exemption under Section 6(2). The Court found that both parties agreed the sales fell under Section 3(b). It also held that satisfying the conditions of Section 6(2) would grant exemption, regardless of the first sale being exempt or not. The Court set aside the assessment orders and penalties, remanding the matter to determine if the petitioner satisfied Section 6(
This document provides an overview of the Central Sales Tax in India. It discusses:
- The two types of sales taxes in India - intra-state VAT and inter-state CST. CST applies to inter-state movement of goods.
- The purposes of the CST Act, which are to formulate principles for determining inter-state sales, provide for collection and distribution of CST, and specify restrictions on state laws regarding certain goods.
- The structure of the CST Act, which contains 7 chapters and 26 sections covering charging of tax, exemptions, registration requirements, and dispute resolution between states.
- Key definitions and provisions around what constitutes an inter-state sale under sections 3
The document discusses the definition of supply under Section 7 of the CGST Act. It provides details on the various types of transactions that are considered a supply, including all forms of sale, transfer, barter, license, rental, lease or disposal of goods and services. It also summarizes the activities listed in Schedules I, II and III of the Act that are treated as supply, with or without consideration. The document further explains concepts of composite supply and mixed supply, and provides examples to distinguish between the two. It clarifies issues related to free samples, buy-one-get-one offers, and principal-agent relationships in the context of what constitutes a supply.
1. The document discusses India's indirect tax system prior to GST, including central sales tax (CST), value added tax (VAT), and excise and service taxes. 2. CST was applied to inter-state sales of goods between Indian states and was collected by the originating state. VAT replaced state-level sales taxes and was applied to intra-state sales. 3. The document outlines the key aspects of CST, including applicable rates, transaction forms, declared goods, and exemptions.
A lot of dealers have been maintaining branches to benefit from 'Nil' rate of tax as against CST rate applicable for inter-state sales. Supreme court has now put rest to the disputes by covering such kind of transactions under the ambit of Inter-state sales. Supreme court while indirectly relying on "substance over form" rule, placed its reliance on the intention of parties. The Author had tried to summarise the implication of decision with the attached presentation.
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This document outlines new procedures for Special Valuation Branch (SVB) investigations of related party transactions under Indian customs valuation rules. Key points include: SVB investigations will now be based on questionnaires submitted with bills of entry rather than automatic for related parties; no extra duty deposits will be required upfront but can be imposed if information is not provided; SVB has strict timelines to issue investigation reports to streamline assessments; renewals of SVB orders are discontinued; importers can make one-time declarations to close existing renewal cases. The changes aim to reduce transaction costs and delays associated with SVB investigations.
This document provides guidelines for the selection of dealers for regular and rural retail outlets through a draw of lots or bidding process. It outlines the eligibility criteria for individual and non-individual applicants. Key points include:
- The process will be transparent with online application and selection. Different processes apply based on outlet type.
- Eligibility includes being an Indian citizen aged 21-60, having a 10th grade education, and offering suitable land for the dealership through ownership, long-term lease, or firm offer.
- Categories with reservations include SC/ST, OBC, defense/PSU employees, outstanding sports persons, and physically handicapped individuals.
The document provides an introduction to the Central Sales Tax (CST) Act of 1956 in India. Some key points:
- CST is levied by the central government but administered and collected by state governments. It is collected in the state from which goods begin inter-state movement.
- The Act divides goods into declared goods and other goods, with declared goods subject to a maximum tax rate of 4% that can only be levied once. Other goods face a tax rate of 10% or the state rate, whichever is higher.
- Registered dealers must file CST returns with the notified authority in their state. The authority assesses tax liability and orders refunds or penalties. Concess
#Goods Taken out of India for Exhibitions - Treatment under GST# By SN PanigrahiSN Panigrahi, PMP
#Goods Taken out of India for Exhibitions# By SN Panigrahi
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GST
#Goods Taken out of India for Exhibitions - Treatment under GST#
The document provides information about Central Sales Tax (CST) in India, including:
1) CST is governed by the Central Sales Tax Act of 1956 and applies to inter-state sales and movement of goods between states. It aims to levy and collect tax on such inter-state transactions.
2) Under the CST, sales are classified as intra-state, import/export, and inter-state. Inter-state sales are subject to CST. Registered dealers carrying out inter-state sales must register under the CST Act.
3) Various forms are used under the CST scheme like Form C, E1, E2, F, and H for declarations in inter
The document provides an introduction and overview of the Central Sales Tax Act of 1956 in India. Some key points:
1. CST is levied by the central government but administered and collected by state governments. It applies to inter-state trade or commerce between registered dealers.
2. The tax is collected by the state from which the goods are sold or dispatched. Registered dealers must file CST returns with the notified authority in their registered state.
3. The Act establishes different tax rates for declared goods versus other goods and provides for voluntary or compulsory dealer registration, tax assessment and collection procedures, exemptions, and penalties for non-compliance.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the Maharashtra Value Added Tax Act of 2002. It discusses key aspects of VAT including:
- VAT is a multi-stage tax system that taxes value added at each stage of production and distribution, allowing tax credits for taxes previously paid.
- The Act replaced the earlier Bombay Sales Tax Act and came into effect on April 1, 2005, establishing the VAT system in Maharashtra.
- Registration is required if annual turnover exceeds Rs. 1 lakh for traders or Rs. 5 lakhs for manufacturers. Importers must register regardless of turnover.
- Goods are classified into Schedules A-E and taxed at rates from 0-20% depending
The document discusses provisions around place of supply under the Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) Act. It explains that IGST is levied on inter-state supplies of goods or services. It outlines the key provisions to determine whether a supply is inter-state or intra-state, including looking at the location of the supplier and place of supply. It also summarizes the relevant sections that govern place of supply of goods (Section 10), imports/exports of goods (Section 11), and place of supply of services (Section 12).
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The document describes the Geometry Friends game and AI competition. The competition involves AI agents controlling characters in a 2D puzzle game to collect items. It has cooperation, single-player circle, and single-player rectangle tracks. Approaches submitted have used techniques like Dijkstra's algorithm, A*, Q-learning, and rule-based systems. The competition aims to further research on collaborative gameplay between humans and AI.
It is all about the experience! Player experience in game designRui Prada
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2. It emphasizes that games are designed to provide experiences for players through doing, feeling, and learning. A good game promotes a good experience.
3. Player experience is crafted through eliciting emotions like pleasure, satisfaction, and learning over the progression of gameplay. Proper challenge and novelty keep the experience engaging over time.
The document discusses models for developing believable autonomous characters that can interact with people. It describes how characters need human-like qualities like intentionality, emotions, personality and theory of mind to become believable. Socio-emotional intelligence is particularly important for teaming agents with people. Serious games are discussed as an application that could motivate communication and change using autonomous characters.
Geometry Friends Game AI Competition - 2013 ResultsRui Prada
The document describes the Geometry Friends game, an AI competition held using the game, and the results of the competition. The Geometry Friends game was developed in 2008 to study collaborative gameplay between humans and agents. It involves two players cooperating to collect diamonds within time limits on platforms. In 2013, an AI competition was held using the game, with tracks for cooperation, single-player rectangle, and single-player circle agents. The only submission was CIBot from Sejong University, which completed levels with varying success in collecting diamonds within time limits.
Opportunities for Fiction and Fantasy in VideogamesRui Prada
Presentation at the Faculdade de Letras of Lisbon University discussing the definition of videogames and the role of fiction and fantasy in the player experience.
Presentation about the role of emotions in the player experience and the creation of believable interactive autonomous characters. Delivered at Instituto Superior Técnico and Faculdade de Ciências of University of Lisbon on December 2014.
The High Court of Delhi heard a case regarding notices of default payment and penalties issued to M/s Mitsubishi Corporation India Pvt Ltd for the 2007-2008 financial year. The petitioner challenged the orders on the grounds that the sales in question fell under Section 3(a) or 3(b) of the Central Sales Tax Act and they were entitled to exemption under Section 6(2). The Court found that both parties agreed the sales fell under Section 3(b). It also held that satisfying the conditions of Section 6(2) would grant exemption, regardless of the first sale being exempt or not. The Court set aside the assessment orders and penalties, remanding the matter to determine if the petitioner satisfied Section 6(
This document provides an overview of the Central Sales Tax in India. It discusses:
- The two types of sales taxes in India - intra-state VAT and inter-state CST. CST applies to inter-state movement of goods.
- The purposes of the CST Act, which are to formulate principles for determining inter-state sales, provide for collection and distribution of CST, and specify restrictions on state laws regarding certain goods.
- The structure of the CST Act, which contains 7 chapters and 26 sections covering charging of tax, exemptions, registration requirements, and dispute resolution between states.
- Key definitions and provisions around what constitutes an inter-state sale under sections 3
The document discusses the definition of supply under Section 7 of the CGST Act. It provides details on the various types of transactions that are considered a supply, including all forms of sale, transfer, barter, license, rental, lease or disposal of goods and services. It also summarizes the activities listed in Schedules I, II and III of the Act that are treated as supply, with or without consideration. The document further explains concepts of composite supply and mixed supply, and provides examples to distinguish between the two. It clarifies issues related to free samples, buy-one-get-one offers, and principal-agent relationships in the context of what constitutes a supply.
1. The document discusses India's indirect tax system prior to GST, including central sales tax (CST), value added tax (VAT), and excise and service taxes. 2. CST was applied to inter-state sales of goods between Indian states and was collected by the originating state. VAT replaced state-level sales taxes and was applied to intra-state sales. 3. The document outlines the key aspects of CST, including applicable rates, transaction forms, declared goods, and exemptions.
A lot of dealers have been maintaining branches to benefit from 'Nil' rate of tax as against CST rate applicable for inter-state sales. Supreme court has now put rest to the disputes by covering such kind of transactions under the ambit of Inter-state sales. Supreme court while indirectly relying on "substance over form" rule, placed its reliance on the intention of parties. The Author had tried to summarise the implication of decision with the attached presentation.
Customs special valuation branch recent changesoswinfo
This document outlines new procedures for Special Valuation Branch (SVB) investigations of related party transactions under Indian customs valuation rules. Key points include: SVB investigations will now be based on questionnaires submitted with bills of entry rather than automatic for related parties; no extra duty deposits will be required upfront but can be imposed if information is not provided; SVB has strict timelines to issue investigation reports to streamline assessments; renewals of SVB orders are discontinued; importers can make one-time declarations to close existing renewal cases. The changes aim to reduce transaction costs and delays associated with SVB investigations.
This document provides guidelines for the selection of dealers for regular and rural retail outlets through a draw of lots or bidding process. It outlines the eligibility criteria for individual and non-individual applicants. Key points include:
- The process will be transparent with online application and selection. Different processes apply based on outlet type.
- Eligibility includes being an Indian citizen aged 21-60, having a 10th grade education, and offering suitable land for the dealership through ownership, long-term lease, or firm offer.
- Categories with reservations include SC/ST, OBC, defense/PSU employees, outstanding sports persons, and physically handicapped individuals.
The document provides an introduction to the Central Sales Tax (CST) Act of 1956 in India. Some key points:
- CST is levied by the central government but administered and collected by state governments. It is collected in the state from which goods begin inter-state movement.
- The Act divides goods into declared goods and other goods, with declared goods subject to a maximum tax rate of 4% that can only be levied once. Other goods face a tax rate of 10% or the state rate, whichever is higher.
- Registered dealers must file CST returns with the notified authority in their state. The authority assesses tax liability and orders refunds or penalties. Concess
#Goods Taken out of India for Exhibitions - Treatment under GST# By SN PanigrahiSN Panigrahi, PMP
#Goods Taken out of India for Exhibitions# By SN Panigrahi
Essenpee Business Solutions
SN Panigrahi
Exhibitions
GST
#Goods Taken out of India for Exhibitions - Treatment under GST#
The document provides information about Central Sales Tax (CST) in India, including:
1) CST is governed by the Central Sales Tax Act of 1956 and applies to inter-state sales and movement of goods between states. It aims to levy and collect tax on such inter-state transactions.
2) Under the CST, sales are classified as intra-state, import/export, and inter-state. Inter-state sales are subject to CST. Registered dealers carrying out inter-state sales must register under the CST Act.
3) Various forms are used under the CST scheme like Form C, E1, E2, F, and H for declarations in inter
The document provides an introduction and overview of the Central Sales Tax Act of 1956 in India. Some key points:
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2. The tax is collected by the state from which the goods are sold or dispatched. Registered dealers must file CST returns with the notified authority in their registered state.
3. The Act establishes different tax rates for declared goods versus other goods and provides for voluntary or compulsory dealer registration, tax assessment and collection procedures, exemptions, and penalties for non-compliance.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the Maharashtra Value Added Tax Act of 2002. It discusses key aspects of VAT including:
- VAT is a multi-stage tax system that taxes value added at each stage of production and distribution, allowing tax credits for taxes previously paid.
- The Act replaced the earlier Bombay Sales Tax Act and came into effect on April 1, 2005, establishing the VAT system in Maharashtra.
- Registration is required if annual turnover exceeds Rs. 1 lakh for traders or Rs. 5 lakhs for manufacturers. Importers must register regardless of turnover.
- Goods are classified into Schedules A-E and taxed at rates from 0-20% depending
The document discusses provisions around place of supply under the Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) Act. It explains that IGST is levied on inter-state supplies of goods or services. It outlines the key provisions to determine whether a supply is inter-state or intra-state, including looking at the location of the supplier and place of supply. It also summarizes the relevant sections that govern place of supply of goods (Section 10), imports/exports of goods (Section 11), and place of supply of services (Section 12).
Will secured creditor have priority over income-tax arrears? - V. K. SubramaniD Murali ☆
Will secured creditor have priority over income-tax arrears? - V. K. Subramani - Article published in Business Advisor, dated October 10, 2016 - http://www.magzter.com/IN/Shrinikethan/Business-Advisor/Business/
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Central Sales Tax Act - Intricacies, Issues and Concerns
1. Intricacies in Central Sales Tax
Deliberations on May 22nd, 2013
P K Bansal, Advocate
98102-88440
Balwant Rai Bansal & Co, Advocates
120-121, Jhandewalan Extension,
Near Videocon Tower, Delhi
3. 3
Inter-state sales is defined in Section 3 of the CST Act, which in turn covers 2 situations i.e. 3(a) and 3(b)
Extracts of the provisions are below
A sale or purchase of goods shall be deemed to take place in the course of inter-State trade or commerce if
the sale or purchase-
(a) occasions the movement of goods from one State to another; or
(b) is effected by a transfer of documents of title to the goods during their movement from one State to
another.
Explanation 1 - Where goods are delivered to a carrier or other bailee for transmission, the movement of the
goods shall, for the purposes of clause (b), be deemed to commence at the time of such delivery and terminate
at the time when delivery is taken from such carrier or bailee.
Inter State Sales – Concept
4. 4
Inter State Sales - Key consideration
Key Considerations
Important pre-condition for applicability of Section 3(a) is that there
need to be some pre-existing order for which the goods moved from
one state to another. At which stage property in goods passed to the
buyer is immaterial
The goods should move from one state to another
Concessional rate of tax is available where C-Forms are provided by
the buyer to the seller. Lower of Local rate or 2% is applicable
C Forms required to be issued / provided on quarterly basis.
However, C-forms are not conclusive evidence that sales is inter-state
sales and not local sales.
Copy of GR must be available with both the buyer and seller
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Invoice
C-Forms
5. 5
Inter State Sales – Key consideration
Key considerations
Goods should move from one state to another by the seller. Same have
been explained with the help of following examples
A in Delhi is the seller. B in Haryana comes to A’s premises and places
certain orders & takes delivery of the goods back to Haryana. This is
the case of local sales
In above example, B in Haryana, instead of taking the delivery itself
asks A in Delhi to deliver to B’s place in Haryana. The case shall be
inter-state sales
However, if in the above, the transporter assigned to take the goods
is undertaking the same on instructions of the buyer, it will again
become a local sales
Inter-state sales commence in the state of dispatch and ends in the state of
final delivery (irrespective of the number of states where the goods passes
through)
For example – Goods moving from Noida to Meerut (in same state),
but passing from Delhi will still be a local sale
A
Delhi
B
Delhi
Invoice
C-Forms
6. 6
Inter State Purchases – Key consideration
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Inter-state purchases are relevant from the perspective of Purchasing
dealers
Key Considerations
Concessional rate is applicable only where C forms are taken by the
purchasing dealer from its state VAT department and provided to the
selling dealer
Goods purchased should be mentioned in the RC of purchasing dealer
(even in case of packing material)
C-forms in case of Capital goods are available only when the same are to be
used for the purpose of manufacturing or processing of goods
Purchase
7. 7
In-Transit Sales – E-I & E-II transaction
In-Transit sales, satisfying the conditions laid down in Section 6(2), are exempt from tax.
Extracts of the provisions are below
6(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1) or sub-section (IA), where a sale of any goods
in the course of inter-State trade or commerce has either occasioned the movement of such goods from one
State to another or has been effected by a transfer of documents of title to such goods during their
movement from one State to another, any subsequent sale during such movement effected by a transfer
of documents of title to such goods, to a registered dealer, if the goods are of the description referred to in
sub-section (3) of section 8, shall be exempt from tax under this Act:
8. 8
Key Tests
First sale is either Section 3(a) or 3(b) sale [sale occasioning movement of goods]
Second / Subsequent sale u/s 3(b) sale [sale by transfer of documents to title]; Where any authorization
letter is issued by the selling dealer directing the carrier to deliver the goods to a particular place, are only
instructions and the same cannot be considered as documents of title to goods
Subsequent sale is to a registered dealer;
Goods are of a description referred to in Section 8(3) of the CST Act - Item must be specified in the RC of
purchasing dealer
E-1 Form have been received from the seller [E-I-forms on transaction vise basis]
C-forms have been received from the purchaser [C-forms on quarterly basis]
Note 1 - Subsequent sale should thus be effected when goods are in movement from one state to another.
When goods are given to a carrier, the movement is said to have commenced.
Note 2 – there must be clear nexus between 2 sales i.e. first & second / subsequent
In-Transit Sales – Form C & E-I
9. 9
In-Transit Sales – Form C & E-I
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
1.Taxable
Sale
C
UP
2. Non taxable Sales
C-Form
EI-Form
C-Form
B Haryana had made inter-state sales to A Delhi. A, without taking delivery,
endorsed the GR in name of C (who can be in Delhi or UP or any other
state). In this case, no tax shall be leviable as same is exempt under CST Act
Key precautions for A Delhi
E-I forms to be taken from B Haryana (in order to establish that the first
sale was covered u/s 3(a)] and C-form from ‘C UP’, so as to claim the same
as Exempted sale
Documents of title i.e. GR, should be endorsed by A to C
A Delhi should not take delivery / unload the goods
Separate EI form for each purchase
10. 10
Delhi High court in Mitsubishi Corp
A
Delhi
B
West
Bengal
1.Sale
Exempt
C
UP
2. Non taxable Sales
C-Form
EI-Form
C-Form
In case of Mitsubishi Corp Ind. Ltd, first sale was exempt i.e. in West
Bengal. Tax authorities contend that the second sales cannot be considered
as non taxable even if C & EI forms available
Held
Subsequent sale will still be eligbile for exemption as all conditions laid
down (key tests as defined in preceding slides) have been complied with
The exemption under section 6(2) is irrespective of any other exemption
available at the state level on first sale
11. 11
Supreme court in A&G Projects
C
Karnataka
B
Karnataka
D
Karnataka
3. Sale
In case of A&G Projects & Technologies Ltd Vs State of Karnataka [(2008)
VIL 40 SC], D placed contract on C, C on B and B on A for purchase goods.
However, there was no transfer of documents of title (even when there was
pre-determined contract in place)
Held
All transactions based on pre-determined contracts are independent 3(a)
sales. Exemption under section 6(2) is thus not available
Transaction will get covered under 3(b) sales only when there had been
transfer of document of title once the movement of goods have
commenced (and not prior to that)
A
Tamil
Nadu
1.Sale2.Sale
12. 12
In-Transit Sales – Form C & E-II
A
UP
B
Haryana
1.Taxable
Sales
C
Delhi
2. Non taxable Sales
C-Form
EI-Form
C-Form
Sale from C Delhi to D is also exempt provided the following are available
Copy of Endorsed GR to be available with A Delhi
E-II forms from A and C form from D
C Delhi at no point in time should take delivery / unload the goods
Separate EII form for each transaction
D
Delhi /
Haryana
3. Non taxable Sales
C-Form
E II-Form
13. 13
Inter state sales – Other issues
Sr No Provision Deliberation
1 Whether C Forms to be issued / applied
based on the Invoice date or when the
goods are received by the purchaser?
The issue is important as the selling dealer would have
booked the
Kuppuswami Mudaliar & Sons vs. State of Madras
(1974) 34 STC 6 (Mad.), it was held by the Madras High
Court that the date of sale should be taken to be the
date when the property in the goods passed from the
assessee to the purchasing dealers which was, when
the purchasing dealers retired the railway receipts from
the bank on payment of the sale price as till that time
the assessee(seller) should be taken to have retained
the right of disposal over the goods. As on the date of
sale the purchasing dealers had registered themselves
under the Act, the assessee was entitled to the
concessional rate of tax.
2 What if forms are not available at the time
of assessment stage i.e. whether
submission of forms at appellate level is
legally possible?
C form can be submitted even at appellate stage if
sufficient cause shown [Punjab and Haryana High
court in R S Cotton Mills v. State of Punjab]
14. 14
Inter state sales – Other issues
Sr No Provision Deliberation
3 Whether Penalty leviable in case of non-
submission of C-forms?
The availability of concessional rate of CST is
conditional one and is dependent upon the furnishing
of prescribed form (i.e. C Form). Based on the ratio
provided in the case of Gujarat Ambuja Cement Ltd.
Vs. Assessing Authority (2000) 118 STC 315 (HP),
it can be said that no penalty can be levied on the
selling dealer for mere non submission of requisite C
forms
4 Whether interest leviable in case of non-
submission of C-forms?
Leviability of Interest in case of shortfall in furnishing of
forms had always been controversial point with
following decisions coming
1. J.K Synthetics Ltd. Vs. CTO(1994) 94 STC 422(SC) –
Supreme Court stressed on bona fide disclosure made
by the dealer in return
2. Mohindra Enterprises vs CST 36 DSTC (Del Trib)
3. CTT vs Control Switch Gears Co. Ltd. (2011) 10 VSTI
18(All) – Held against the dealer by observing that
there is no scope for consideration of legitimate
expectation or hope or bonafide plea u/s 8(1)
Provisions have been amended in
the DVAT Act, but still there is
controversy
15. 15
Sr No Provision Deliberation
6 How inter-state sales to be reflected if
there is subsequent returns from the
buyer?
Turnover to be reduced from the turnover if goods
received back within 6 months from the date of
dispatch
No C-forms to be given if the goods are ultimately
received back. Reconciliation was provided to the
department earlier
With online issuance of C-forms, the problem may arise
as reconciliation may not be possible. The specific
return may need to be revised as C-forms are being
issued automatically from the website
Inter state sales – Other issues
17. 17
Inter State Sales – Works contract
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Supply
material
Works contract is clearly taxable in view of its specific inclusion in definition
of ‘sale’ in CST Act
Taxability of WCT shall be in line with the local VAT law. DVAT Act provides
for taxable rate in case of WCT as 12.5% after reducing labour and other
charges. Further, ITC available on local purchases
In case of inter-state movement of goods pursuant to Works contract in
another state, taxability is not very clear and depends on facts of each case
For example – B Haryana is executing a works contract for A in Delhi,
pursuant to which goods moved from Haryana and other states to Delhi.
The issue is whether WCT shall be applicable in Delhi (considering situs of
transaction in state where works contract is actually executed) or in
Haryana (from where central sales of such goods occasioned pursuant to
the contract)
Conflicting decisions have come which have been discussed in subsequent
slides
18. 18
Example of Inter-State Works contract
A
Haryana
C
Delhi
Movementofgoods
C-Form
Execution
of works
contract
•Sales shall be taxed in Haryana as Central Sales,
considering there have been an agreement occasioning
movement of goods from one state to another i.e.
under Section 3(a) of CST Act
View I
•Sales shall be taxed in Delhi as local Sales, as transfer of
property in goods consequent to execution of works
contract is happening in Delhi
View II
19. 19
Supreme Court in the case of Gannon Dunkerley & Co. Vs State of Rajasthan (1993) 88 STC 204 (SC)
“We do not propose to go into this controversy because the question whether a deemed sale resulting from
transfer of a particular works contract amounts to a sale in the course of inter-state trade or commerce
under section 3 of the Central Sales Tax Act or an outside sale under section 4 of the Central Sales Tax Act or
sale in the course of import under section 5 of Central Sales Tax Act, has to be decided in the light of the
particular terms of the works contract and it cannot be decided in the abstract.
As at present advised, we are not in a position to say that in no case, can there be a sale in the course of
interstate trade or commerce or an outside sale or a sale in the course of import in respect of a deemed sale
resulting from transfer of property in goods involved in the execution of a works contract falling within the
ambit of sub-clause (b) of clause(29A) of Article 366 of the Constitution.”
CST in case of Inter-State Works contract
20. 20
Works contract – Key decisions
Decision Facts
Thomson Press (India) Ltd.
Vs. State of Haryana(1996)
100 STC 417 (P&H)
Once the contract occasions the movement of end-product from one
State to another, the inputs or the goods involved in the execution of the
works contract shall also be deemed to have moved
By introducing a fiction, the State Legislature cannot convert a sale in the
course of inter-state trade and commerce into a local sale.
Media Communications vs.
Govtof A.P. (1997) 105 STC
227 (AP),
If the purchases are made specifically for the execution of the contract,
then the intervention of the branch office of a contractor in the
movement of the goods from outside the State, for the execution of the
contract inside the State, will not change the character of a transaction
and it will remain as an inter-state sale-
Case followed- Sahney Steel and Press Works Ltd.Vs. CTO (1985) 60 STC
301 (SC).
21. 21
Works contract – Key decisions
Decision Facts Held
East India Cotton
Manufacturing [90 STC
221] – Punjab &
Haryana High Court
Received grey fabric from outside
the state
Processed and dispatched back
Held as Inter-state sales
Sundaram Industries
(128 STC 358) –
Madras High Court
Worn out tyres entrusted to
dealer by customers outside the
state
After re-treading, goods moved
out of the state
Sale in pursuance of a contract which
occasioned movement of goods and thus,
inter-state sales
ECE Industries Ltd (144
STC 605) – Karnataka
High Court
Lifts were manufactured in one
state and dispatched to the
customer in another state
Goods appropriated to a contract
unconditionally, and dispatched from one
state to another to an identified customer.
Thus, it is an inter-state sale. Merely because
installation / assembling done in another
state will not result in the same be classified
as local sale
22. 22
CST sales in Works contract – Key precautions
Contractee should be a party to the arrangement between the contractor and the supplier. There should
be privity of contract between supplier and contractee
The supplier should be specific and specific goods be supplied by them and that too at the instructions of
the contractee
The goods transferred by the supplier should be the same as ordered by the contractee through
contractor
Where the contract does not provide so, specific approval from the Owner may be taken before placing the
purchase orders on such out of State vendors
While issuing the purchase order (PO) on out of State vendor, name and reference of the Owner and the
contract should be indicated. The PO should direct that the goods be dispatched to the Owner’s site
Transport documents (prepared by the out of state vendor) must be prepared in the name of the contractor
A/c of Owner
The invoice raised by the vendor should also provide corresponding cross reference to the Contract
between the Purchaser and the Owner
Clear demarcation of value of goods and services (as much as possible)
23. 23
Other issues
Requirement of deduction and deposit of TDS in case of WCT is applicable only in case Works contract is
treated as “local sales”.
C form to be provided by contractee to contractor
Goods so supplied should also be mentioned on its registration certificate of contractee
Where goods are purchased both locally and inter-state, unless the consideration had been adequately split
in the contract, the entire works contract will become subject to local tax
Thus, in works contract, the transaction needs to be structured carefully as the contractor may
unnecessarily be saddled with liabilities
24. 24
Inter State Sales – Right to Use
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Supplybuses
onlease
CST to be applicable on such transactions i.e. on hire charges, provided the
conditions for “Right to Use” are in compliance
No clear cut guidelines available on “right to use”. Based on interpretation
of various courts, effective possession and control of the goods should be
transferred to the lessee for the transaction to be classified as chargeable
to VAT / CST
Rate of tax depends on local rate of tax for the said item. ITC available on
local purchases (Amendment in 2013 that entire ITC not available in year of
purchase – same is available over 4 years)
26. 26
Stock Transfer – Concept
A
Delhi
A Depot
Haryana
Movement of goods from one state to another are not inter-state
sale if the same is not pursuance of contract of sale. Basically, covers
dispatch of goods to branch or consignment agent
If ownership is transferred to the agent, the same will no longer be
stock transfer i.e. would become amount of sale
F-Forms required to be provided by the said branch or consignment
agent on monthly basis
No tax is leviable as property in goods does not pass to the branch /
consignment agent at the time of transfer of such goods. Tax is
payable in transferee state
However, in Delhi, Stock transfer requires reversal of ITC claimed on
such goods to the extent of 2%
Intimation in respect of the branch to be provided to the department
before undertaking the movement of goods
Stock
transfer
27. 27
Stock Transfer – Concept
Key considerations
Transfer from one state to another
Consideration is payable on commission basis. Agent can recover his commission, godown charges,
insurance, etc
Relation is of principal & agent. Property / Ownership never pass on to the agent
Risk is of Principal if the goods are not sold or found defective or gets damaged. For example – Agent
liable to return the goods unsold
Where transferee send back or return the goods, the transferor will again have to issue Form-F
Liability of bad debts is also borne by the consignor, unless consignee expressly assumes such a
liability
Agent liable to return the remittance alongwith sale patti
28. 28
Stock Transfer – Concept
Key considerations
Production of Form F with evidence of dispatch / GRs. Eventhough Form F is not a conclusive
evidence, it still is a mandatory requirement . Non-furnishing of Form F will result in the transaction
be classified as Inter-state sales [Form F had become mandatory w.e.f. 11.5.2002]
Movement of goods shall not be in pursuance of any agreement to sale [Landmark decision by
Supreme Court in the case of Hyderabad Engineering] – In such a case, the Stock transfer assumes
the form of Inter-State sales transaction, even if the bill had been raised by the local branch
Accordingly, where order is collected and transferred to HO in pursuance of order from the buyer, it
will be Inter-state sales
Goods need not be specified in RC of the transferee as no duty has been casted upon the dealer in
Section 6A
29. 29
Stock Transfer – Concept
Key Considerations
Agent to be placing orders in the course of normal business and not on receipt of specific orders [For
Expl - If movement of goods from Delhi to Haryana happens in case there is specific order received by
the depot, the sale would become inter-state sales in terms of Section 3 as a pre-determined order
resulted in movement of goods]
In case delivery of goods is made by the principal directly to the ultimate buyer, the sale will no
longer be “stock transfer” even when goods are accompanied by stock transfer note or F forms have
been provided or Entry pass have been supplied to the principal by the concerned branch. Even
mentioning of customer name on the cartons (at the time of dispatch of goods from Delhi) will take it
out of the ambit of “stock transfer”
Issue also arises where branch is not maintaining any stock and goods are sold as soon as the same
are received.
Based on above, it is clear that there is thin line of distinction between stock transfer & Inter-state
sales
30. A has manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh and a branch in
Delhi.
A entered into a ‘Sales Agreement’ with B in Delhi wherein A
proposed to sell the goods on wholesale to B while B to further
sell in retail. While B was granted the exclusive rights to sell A’s
products, distribution to other bulk buyers and government was
retained by A. B places its monthly intents for supply of goods.
Based on these, the supplies are made by A to its branch from
where sales are made to B in Delhi. No Tax paid on transfer from
AP to Delhi considering it as stock transfer
However, Sales tax department had a different view and
considered the same as Inter-state sales, subjecting the same to
CST
A, after not getting relief from lower authorities, filed an appeal
before Supreme court
Branch
Delhi
Stock
transfer
A
A.P.
B
Delhi
Sale
Supreme Court in Hyderabad Engineering
31. Section 3. A sale or purchase of goods shall be deemed to take place in the course of inter-State trade or
commerce if the sale or purchase-
(a) occasions the movement of goods from one State to another; or
(b) is effected by a transfer of documents of title to the goods during their
movement from one State to another.
Finally, the Supreme court concluded by observing that following scenarios are covered under “inter-state
sales”
“Sale” or “agreement to sell” occasions movement of goods from one state to another (irrespective
of whether such movement has been provided in the agreement) or
Order placed before HO or branch resulted in movement of goods from one state to another
(irrespective of state where property in goods passes)
Thus, it is not necessary that sale must precede movement of goods or the fact of movement of goods is
mentioned in the agreement [Para 32]
Supreme Court in Hyderabad Engineering
32. 32
Other Key decisions
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Where goods were sold through branch, but buyer was known and
identified before goods were dispatched from factory. Obviously this
was held as inter state sales and not a stock transfer- Electric
Construction and Equipment Co. Ltd. V State of Haryana- (1990)
77STC 424 (P&H HC DB)
It was held that if there is a conceivable link between contract of sale
and the movement of goods from one state to another in order to
discharge the obligation under the contract of sale, the interposition
of the agent of seller who may temporarily intercept the movement
will not alter the interstate character of the sale. South India Viscose
Ltd. v. State of Tamil nadu-(1981) 48 STC 232 (SC)= AIR 1981 SC1604
and D Dhandapani y. State of Tarnilnadu-(1995) 96 STC 98(Mad HC
DB)
Stock
transfer
Customer
Pre-determined
sales
33. 33
Stock Transfer – Key issues
Sr No Provision Deliberation
1 Whether F form is conclusive to provide
that stock transfer had actually happened
F form is not a conclusive evidence but it is conclusive
after assessing officer passes an order
In Assam Company (India) Ltd. y. CT, Assam (1997) 107
STC 154 (Gau HC DB), it was held that F form is not
conclusive. Sales Tax Officer can make enquiry whether
the declaration is true and can reject the F form, if the
transaction is found not to be genuine.
2 What shall happen on reversal of ITC,
where the dealer is not maintaining the
utilization of goods i.e. from Imports, local
purchase or Central purchase?
Reversal of ITC can be done on proportionate basis as
there is no method prescribed for the same
3 What records are required to be
maintained for the purpose of stock
transfer?
In Delhi, transferor is required to maintain a register in
Form-7, giving a complete and true account of all the
transactions of transfer claimed as exempt from tax
34. 34
Stock Transfer – Key issues
Sr No Provision Deliberation
4 Whether F Form required where goods
sent on repair or job work?
Allahabad High court in Ambica Steels Ltd. vs State of
UP (2008) 12 VST 216 (ALL HC DB) held that form F is
required to be issued even if goods are sent outside for
job work or repairs on returnable basis. Decision was
upheld by Supreme Court
However, the problem is that the relationship between
the job worker and the owner of the goods is not of
principal-agent but that of Principal to Principal. A pure
Job work or repair work does not come under the
ambit of tax as there is no transfer of property in goods
and therefore he will not be required to get registered
under CST Act or concerned State VAT Act.
However, Delhi VAT department had issued a
notification wherein it has been provided that all
dealers involved in doing job work activities are
required to seek registration if they conduct inter-state
movement of the goods in doing such job work as and
when their turnover exceeds the taxable quantum
which is ‘NIL’
35. 35
Information / documents can be asked by VATO
A
Delhi
A Depot
Haryana
Name and address of the agent
Written contract
Copies of the invoices issued by the agent to the buyers
Sales Patti reflecting bill no, date, amount, name of the party, TIN No,
gross turnover, deduction on account of expenses, deduction on
account of expenses incurred & commission
Copy of account of agent in the books of principal
Copy of account of principal in the books of agent
Date and mode of remittance
If the dealer had not been maintaining the requisite documentation to
prove that the transactions are infact stock transfer, the exemption can
be denied to the dealer even if Form F has been furnished
Stock
transfer
37. 37
Imports - Concept
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Under Sales in the course of imports, 2 types of transactions are
covered
Sale by transfer of documents of title before the goods cross
custom frontiers (even goods kept in custom bonded
warehouse are considered to be not crossed custom frontiers)
– Also known as High Sea Sales [An agreement with respect to
such sales is relevant ]
Sale / Purchase occasioning the Imports – Explained in
subsequent slides
In case of both the above type of transactions, no tax is applicable
Saleincourse
ofImports–
Nontaxable
C
Europe
Imports–non
taxable
38. 38
Sale occasioning Imports - Concept
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Following precautions to be taken in case of sales occasioning the
imports
The two sales, one between C & B, and the other between A & B,
have to be inextricably connected. This means that exporter should
also know the name of buyer and the latter’s name be also
mentioned on the face of invoice
Advisable for B to enter into a contract or seek purchase order from
the A prior to placing the order to C
Name of A to be categorically mentioned on the Bill of lading
If duty is being paid by the B, the same shall also be at the specific
request / instructions of the actual buyer who shall separately
reimburse the same to B.
Goods shall not be utilized for sale to any other party in any
circumstance (other than A).
Saleincourse
ofImports–
Nontaxable
C
Europe
Imports–non
taxable
40. 40
Exports - Concept
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Two types of transactions are covered under this head
Export Sales
Penultimate Sale u/s [i.e. one Sale before final Exports]
No tax on both the above type of transactions
While Export Sales is clear, Penultimate Sales is always being litigated. Same
is being discussed in subsequent slides
H forms to be provided by Buyer to the seller for the latter to submit to the
department
H forms to be issued / obtained on quarterly basis
Penultimate
Sales–Non
taxable
C
Europe
Exports–non
taxable
HForms
41. 41
Exports - Concept
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
Goods in penultimate sales shall be “same” as finally exported. The words
“those goods” in Section 5(3) of the CST Act are clearly provided which
provides for the exemption.
However, Supreme Court had provided for an exception in landmark case of
“Azad Coach Builders (ACB)” discussed in subsequent slide
Similar observations were placed by Delhi VAT Tribunal in the case of UKB
Electronics Pvt Ltd
Sale of packing material for purpose of export also covered in “penultimate
sale”
Penultimate
Sales–Non
taxable
C
Europe
Exports–non
taxable
HForms
42. 42
Azad Coach Builders analysed
A
Delhi
B
Haryana
ACB built and sold bus bodies for TELCO (‘the exporter') in
accordance with an export order for complete buses (including
specifications of bus-bodies) placed on the exporter by a foreign
buyer.
As goods finally exported were not the same, the issue was whether
it can be said to be “Penultimate Sales”?
Supreme Court held as below
The test to be applied is, whether there is an in-severable link
between the local sale or purchase on export and if it is clear
that the local sale or purchase between the parties is
inextricably linked with the export of the goods, then an
exemption claim under Section 5(3) is justified
When the transaction between a local seller and an exporter
and the transaction between the exporter and a foreign buyer
are inextricably connected with each other, the `same goods’
theory has no application.
Penultimate
Sales
C
Europe
Exports
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