What is the composition scheme under GST?
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Under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, the Composition Scheme is a simplified taxation scheme for small businesses. As a qualified Chartered Accountant, I can explain it as follows:
The Composition Scheme under GST is designed to ease the compliance burden for small businesses. Eligible businesses with an annual turnover below a specified threshold can opt for this scheme. Once opted, they pay tax at a fixed percentage of their turnover, without the hassle of maintaining detailed records.
Key points about the Composition Scheme:
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Eligibility: Small businesses with an annual turnover limit, which varies by state, can opt for the scheme. As of my last update in September 2021, the threshold was Rs. 1.5 crore.
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Tax Rate: Businesses under the Composition Scheme pay tax at a fixed percentage of their turnover. This rate is lower than the regular GST rates and varies for manufacturers, service providers, and restaurant owners.
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No Input Tax Credit: Businesses under this scheme cannot claim input tax credit on their purchases. This means they cannot reduce their tax liability by the taxes they paid on inputs.
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Limited Compliance: Simplified quarterly returns are filed instead of regular monthly returns, reducing the compliance burden significantly.
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Interstate Sales: Businesses under the Composition Scheme cannot make interstate sales. They can only sell goods or services within their own state.
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Limited Applicability: Certain businesses like interstate suppliers, e-commerce operators, and manufacturers of certain goods are not eligible for the Composition Scheme.
It’s important to note that the specifics of the Composition Scheme, including the turnover threshold and tax rates, might have been updated since my last training data in September 2021. Therefore, it’s advisable to consult the latest GST regulations or a current tax professional for the most recent information.
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