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GST Invoice for Gujarat Businesses — GST Code 24, Trading & Exports

Gujarat — India's trading powerhouse — has GST state code 24. With Surat dominating the diamond and textile trade, Ahmedabad leading in chemicals and pharmaceuticals, and major ports driving import-export activity, Gujarat businesses deal with some of the most complex GST scenarios in India.

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Gujarat GST Quick Reference

Detail Value
GST State Code 24
GSTIN Format 24AAAAA0000A1Z5
State Capital Gandhinagar
Key Business Hubs Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot
Major Industries Diamonds, Textiles, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Salt
Key Port Mundra (largest private port in India)

GST for Gujarat Traders and Diamond Industry

Gujarat's Surat is the world's diamond polishing capital. Rough diamond imports are exempt from GST, while cut and polished diamonds carry 1.5% GST (HSN 7102). Gujarat textile traders in Surat sell fabric at 5% or 12% GST depending on value — fabric below ₹1,000 per metre is at 0%, above is 5% or 12%. Large traders in Ahmedabad and Surat dealing in inter-state goods must carefully manage IGST credit flows. Gujarat also has many GSTP (GST Practitioners) helping small traders with their returns. Mundra and Kandla port-based import businesses deal with IGST on imports separately from domestic supplies.

Example

A Surat fabric manufacturer invoices a Delhi garment exporter: 5,000 metres of cotton fabric at ₹200/metre = ₹10,00,000 (below ₹1,000/metre threshold, so 5% GST on eligible fabric). IGST 5% = ₹50,000. Total invoice: ₹10,50,000. Delhi exporter claims ITC of ₹50,000 and gets refund if fabric is used in export garments.

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FAQs

What is Gujarat's GST state code?

24. All Gujarat GSTINs start with 24 — e.g., 24AABCU9603R1ZM.

What GST applies to diamond trading in Surat?

Cut and polished diamonds: 1.5% GST (HSN 7102). Rough diamonds imported: exempt from IGST at import under specified conditions.

What GST applies to textile trading in Gujarat?

Yarn: 12% GST. Fabric: 5% for value above threshold. Garments and made-ups: 5% (≤₹1,000) or 12% (>₹1,000).

Do Gujarat importers pay GST at Mundra port?

Yes. IGST applies on imported goods at the port of entry, calculated on customs value + customs duty. This IGST is then available as ITC against domestic sales.

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Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional tax, legal, or financial advice. GST rules and rates are subject to change. Consult a qualified CA or tax professional before making compliance decisions.

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