GST Rate for HSN 9965
Specific items under 9965
| HSN Code | Description | GST Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 996511 | Road transport services of goods including letters, parcels, live animals, containers and the like in referigerated vehicles, trucks, trailers or any other motor vehicle by a goods transport agency. | 0% |
| 996512 | Railway transport services of goods including letters, parcels, live animals, household and office furniture, intermodal containers, bulk cargo and the like by other than Container Transport Operators (CTOs) | 0% |
| 996513 | Transport services via pipeline of natural gas, petroleum, crude, motor spirit(commonly known as petrol), high speed diesel or aviation turbine fuel | 0% |
| 996514 | Transport services via pipeline of other chemicals, coal slurry and of other goods | 0% |
| 996515 | Moving services of household goods, office equipment and furniture | 0% |
| 996516 | Road transport services of goods including letters, parcels, live animals, containers and the like in referigerated vehicles, trucks, trailers or any other motor vehicle or in man or animal driven vehicles by any person other than a goods transport agency | 0% |
| 996517 | Railway transport services of goods including letters, parcels, live animals, household and office furniture, intermodal containers, bulk cargo and the like by Container Transport Operators (CTOs) other than Railways | 0% |
| 996518 | Transport of goods by ropeways | 0% |
| 996519 | Other land transport services of goods nowhere else classified | 0% |
| 996521 | Coastal water transport services of goods by refrigerated vessels, tankers, bulk cargo vessels, container ships and the like | 0% |
| 996522 | Inland water transport services of goods by refrigerated vessels, tankers and other vessels | 0% |
| 996523 | International water transport services of goods by refrigerated vessels, tankers, bulk cargo vessels, container ships and the like | 0% |
| 996531 | Domestic air and space transport services of letters and parcels and other goods | 0% |
| 996532 | International air and space transport services of letters and parcels and other goods | 0% |
| 996540 | Multimodal Transport of goods from a place in India to another place in India | 0% |
Tax calculator for HSN 9965
Enter a taxable value to calculate GST. You can use this for a quick invoice estimate.
Invoice example (₹1,000 taxable value)
Compliance pointers (ITC / RCM / classification)
Input Tax Credit depends on usage conditions, restrictions, and supplier eligibility. Treat this as a quick hint — verify for edge cases.
ITC is BLOCKED on construction of immovable property (for own use), food/beverages, outdoor catering, beauty treatment, and health services.
Reverse Charge is notification-based and can depend on supplier status and transaction type. If you see a warning, double-check notifications and your invoice terms.
- •Compare adjacent headings within Chapter 99 before finalizing.
- •Use chapter notes to avoid common confusions (materials vs finished goods, kits, etc.).
- •For services (99), place-of-supply can change whether IGST/CGST+SGST applies.
FAQs for HSN 9965
What is the GST rate for HSN 9965?▾
GST rate for HSN 9965 is 0%. Always verify the latest CBIC/GST notifications for changes.
Is HSN mandatory on invoices?▾
HSN is generally required on B2B invoices; the number of digits depends on turnover and the nature of supply. Exports/imports typically use more detailed codes.
How do I use this code on an invoice?▾
Add HSN 9965 in the line item and apply GST @ 0%. For intra-state supplies: 0% CGST + 0% SGST. For inter-state supplies: 0% IGST.
Does ITC apply for this HSN?▾
ITC depends on conditions and restrictions under GST law, plus the nature of usage and supplier eligibility. Use the ITC badge as a hint and verify with your CA for edge cases.
Can Reverse Charge (RCM) apply here?▾
RCM is notification-based and depends on the supply category, supplier status, and transaction type. If you see an RCM note, treat it as a “verify” signal.
What if I pick the wrong HSN?▾
Wrong classification can cause rate mismatch, notices, interest/penalty exposure, and reconciliation issues. Compare nearby headings and chapter notes before finalizing.
Sources & accuracy
General GST guidance, return filing references, and updates.
Rates, exemptions, and clarifications may change via notifications/circulars.
Use chapter notes/headings to avoid misclassification.
How we update pages + what “Last reviewed” means. Last reviewed: 22 Jan 2026.
Next steps after choosing HSN 9965
Use global search to compare descriptions and avoid wrong classification.
Check inclusions/exclusions and common confusions for Chapter 99.
Decide whether IGST or CGST+SGST applies based on POS rules.
Related tools & next actions
Common next actions: verify POS (tax type), check RCM risk, or compare similar HSN codes.