Event Management & Photography SAC Codes & GST Rate
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Event Management & Photography — SAC Code List
| SAC Code | Service Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 998551 | Event management & planning | 18% |
| 998552 | Audio-visual production services | 18% |
| 998553 | Entertainment event production | 18% |
| 998386 | Photography & videography services | 18% |
Source: CBIC GST Rate Notification. Always verify the current rate at cbic-gst.gov.in before filing returns.
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Sample GST Invoice — Event Management & Photography
A Delhi event management company invoices a corporate client ₹8,00,000 for a product launch event (SAC 998551). GST at 18% = ₹1,44,000. Total invoice: ₹9,44,000. Separately, photography (SAC 998386) at ₹50,000 + 18% GST = ₹59,000.
How to enter on your GST invoice:
- Select "Service" type in the invoice generator
- Enter SAC code: 998551
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- Select GST rate: 18%
- Enter buyer's state — CGST+SGST applies for intra-state, IGST for inter-state
GST Applicability — Event Management & Photography
| Scenario | Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Intra-state supply (seller & buyer same state) | CGST + SGST | 18% split equally |
| Inter-state supply (different states) | IGST | 18% (full) |
| Export (service recipient outside India) | Zero-rated (IGST 0% or LUT) | 0% (refundable) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What GST rate applies to event management companies?
Event management services attract 18% GST under SAC 998551. This covers all aspects — venue coordination, décor, catering coordination, AV production, and logistics. The GST applies to the full event management fee, including any cost reimbursements billed as service.
What SAC code do photographers use for GST invoices?
Photographers and videographers use SAC 998386. GST rate is 18%. Wedding photographers, commercial photographers, and studio photographers must include SAC 998386 on their GST invoices.
Is catering at events separately taxed under GST?
Yes. Outdoor catering services attract 5% GST (without ITC). If provided by a hotel or banquet hall as part of a package, catering may attract 18% GST. Catering at events must be invoiced with SAC 996334 at the applicable rate.
Do freelance photographers need GST registration?
Freelance photographers with annual income from photography exceeding ₹20 lakh must register for GST and charge 18% on their invoices (SAC 998386). Those below the threshold may register voluntarily to claim ITC on camera equipment and accessories.
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