Security & Manpower Services SAC Codes & GST Rate
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Security & Manpower Services — SAC Code List
| SAC Code | Service Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 998521 | Security guard & detective services | 18% |
| 998522 | Armoured car & cash-in-transit services | 18% |
| 998523 | Security system installation & monitoring | 18% |
| 998511 | Manpower supply (temporary staffing) | 18% |
| 998531 | Cleaning & housekeeping 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 — Security & Manpower Services
A security agency in Bengaluru invoices a tech park ₹5,00,000 per month for security guard services (SAC 998521). GST at 18% = ₹90,000. However, if the tech park is registered, it pays GST under RCM. Total invoice value: ₹5,90,000.
How to enter on your GST invoice:
- Select "Service" type in the invoice generator
- Enter SAC code: 998521
- Enter the service description matching your work
- Select GST rate: 18%
- Enter buyer's state — CGST+SGST applies for intra-state, IGST for inter-state
GST Applicability — Security & Manpower Services
| 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
Is there a reverse charge on security agency services?
Yes. If a body corporate (registered company) avails security guard services from any person (including unregistered security agencies), GST is payable by the company under Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) at 18%. Registered security agencies charge GST directly at 18%.
What SAC code do security agencies use?
SAC 998521 covers security guard and detective services. Armoured vehicle and cash transport services fall under SAC 998522. All security services attract 18% GST.
How is GST calculated on manpower supply contracts?
Manpower supply and staffing services (SAC 998511) attract 18% GST. The taxable value is the full contract amount including salary reimbursements, unless the service is structured as a pure agent arrangement where the principal pays salaries directly.
Are housekeeping services subject to GST?
Yes. Housekeeping, cleaning, and facility management services (SAC 998531) attract 18% GST. If provided to registered business entities, RCM may apply if the service provider is unregistered. Registered housekeeping companies charge GST directly.
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