Dear All concerned,

1. The Government of India has announced the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) which is likely to be effective from 1st July 2017. Please note, the existing service tax rate of 15% shall be replaced by a GST rate of 18%.

2. Provision for making payments including GST has been made in online payment gateway. All payments made from 01st July 2017 will attract provisions of GST.

3. All applicants/registered users under Product Certification Scheme will have to enter their GSTIN number as a part of their Organization Profile for making online payments. In case GSTIN number is not given, the concerned firm will not be able to avail the advantages of GST.

4. Even if the applicants/licensees do not provide their GSTIN number, the amount of payment will be inclusive of GST at the rate of 18%. Submission of GSTIN number on a later date for including it in receipt of payments which is already made will not be entertained.