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GST Rate Card Generator for shops

Create a clean GST rate list / shop poster in seconds. Reduce billing counter arguments, disclose slabs clearly, and keep a professional display.

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Best practice: Clearly state whether prices are GST Inclusive or GST Exclusive on the poster. This reduces disputes.
Last reviewed: 26 Jan 2026 • Not legal advice • Verify before filing/inspection.
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GST Rate Card Sample - A4 Print Format

Format

A4 / Poster ready

Create your GST rate list

Pick a template to auto-fill common categories, then customize and print. Keep it visible near your billing counter.

One-click templates

Templates reflect common slabs. Always verify HSN/SAC for exceptions.

GST Rate Card Generator Tool

Add items, slab %, optional HSN, choose language, then print A4 PDF or save image.

Find HSN/SAC
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Not legal advice • Verify slabs/HSN before display • For composition, show the “not eligible to collect tax” line.

What this tool helps you do

Professional display + fewer disputes + faster counter decisions.

Print A4 PDF

Generate a high-quality poster ready for wall display.

Retail templates

Grocery, mobile, hardware, medical, textile & more.

Compliance-friendly

Clear GST disclosure improves transparency and reduces disputes.

HSN-aware clarity

Optional HSN/SAC fields to reduce “wrong rate” arguments.

Easy customization

Edit shop name, items, slabs, language and notes quickly.

Fast & free

No signup. Create in under a minute.

Can’t find an item rate?

Search the official HSN/SAC directory to confirm the correct GST slab for your product/service.

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Sector-wise GST rules

Common confusion points for shopkeepers, clarified (FY 2025–26 habits).

Grocery (Kirana)

  • Unbranded grains: usually 0% (exempt).
  • Branded/packed: often 5% GST.
  • Dry fruits: commonly 12%.

Mobile & Tech

  • Mobiles: 18% is common.
  • Accessories: cables/chargers are often 18%.
  • Repair labour: services commonly 18% (SAC 9987).

Cafe & Restaurant

  • Food services: 5% is common (conditions may apply, ITC often restricted).
  • Ice cream: commonly 18%.
  • Catering: often 18% depending on conditions.

Hardware & Paint

  • Cement: often 28%.
  • Paints: commonly 18%.
  • Iron/steel: bars/rods often 18%.

Medical (Pharmacy)

  • Life saving: some critical items 5%.
  • Standard meds: many are 12%.
  • Supplements: often 18%.

Textile & Footwear

  • Below ₹1000: garments often 5%.
  • Above ₹1000: garments often 12%.
  • Footwear: verify by HSN + price conditions.

Why you need a GST rate card in your shop

Customers frequently ask “GST kitna lagega?” or assume GST is included. A printed rate list helps you answer fast, reduces billing counter arguments, and improves trust.

Avoid customer confusion

  • ✅ Customers assume GST is included unless stated.
  • ✅ Mixed items have different slabs (0/5/12/18/28).
  • ✅ A printed list reduces disputes in front of other customers.

Build trust & transparency

  • ✅ Clear GST disclosure improves confidence.
  • ✅ Helpful during local transparency checks.
  • ✅ More professional shop experience.

Display guidelines & compliance

Maintain clear display of key details as a best practice for transparency.

  • Registered businesses are expected to display their Registration Certificate prominently.
  • GSTIN is commonly displayed on the main signboard.
  • Composition dealers should display “Composition Taxable Person” on signboards.

Reference: CBIC & GST Portal guidance. CBIC GST Portal

Why use this tool?

Printed rate cards build trust. Customers are less likely to bargain or suspect overcharging when they see a clean price list.

Staff-friendly output

Use the poster as a counter reference. It helps staff apply correct slabs and reduces “wrong rate” mistakes.

How to create a valid GST rate card

Template → shop details → verify slabs/HSN → print or save image.

  1. 1

    Select your business template

    Use one-click presets to auto-fill common items and slabs, then edit as needed.

  2. 2

    Customize shop details

    Add shop name, phone, address and choose English/Hindi.

  3. 3

    Verify & print / save

    Confirm slab + optional HSN/SAC. Print A4 PDF or save an image for WhatsApp.

FAQs

Keep your poster simple: clear slab, optional HSN, and a visible inclusive/exclusive note.

Is a GST rate card mandatory for retail shops?
A full rate card is not explicitly mandated for every shop under GST. But clear tax disclosure and transparent pricing are a best practice for consumer-facing businesses and can reduce disputes during local checks/inspections.
Should I show prices as GST-inclusive or GST-exclusive?
If customers see a final-looking price (especially for retail goods), they usually assume GST is included. If you charge GST extra, clearly label “GST Extra” / “GST as applicable”. This tool lets you print a clear inclusive/exclusive note.
Do composition dealers need to display GST rates?
Composition dealers cannot collect GST from customers. They should display: “Composition Taxable Person – Not Eligible to Collect Tax.” A rate card with slabs can confuse customers in composition cases.
How often should I update my GST rate card?
Update whenever GST rates/notifications affect your items, when your product mix changes, or when you add categories. A safe habit: review at least once every financial year.
Can I display multiple GST slabs in one shop?
Yes. Mixed-goods shops commonly have 0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, 28% items. The best way is to group items category-wise and clearly show slab + (optional) HSN/SAC.
Is mentioning HSN mandatory on a wall/display rate card?
HSN is primarily invoice-related and turnover-dependent. It’s not mandatory on a wall poster, but including HSN/SAC improves clarity and reduces “wrong-rate” arguments.
Can I charge GST extra even if I display a rate card?
Only if your displayed prices are clearly marked as GST-exclusive. If the display looks like a final price, customers may treat it as GST-inclusive. Label the pricing note prominently.
Does this tool replace billing or accounting software?
No. This tool is for customer-facing display and pricing transparency. Use billing/accounting software for invoices, serial numbering, GSTIN fields, e-invoicing (where applicable), and return compliance.

Tip: Save your PDF/image and reprint whenever your slabs/categories change.

Sources & verification
Rates/HSN guidance can vary by notifications and exceptions. Verify with official sources:
Last reviewed: 26 Jan 2026. Not legal advice. Always verify before display/inspection.

हिंदी में जानकारी

क्या आप अपनी दुकान के लिए GST रेट लिस्ट बनाना चाहते हैं? यह फ्री टूल आपको 30 सेकंड में प्रोफेशनल रेट कार्ड बनाने में मदद करता है। किराना (Grocery), मोबाइल, हार्डवेयर और मेडिकल स्टोर के लिए बने-बनाए टेम्पलेट (Templates) उपलब्ध हैं। बस अपनी दुकान का नाम लिखें, आइटम चुनें और PDF प्रिंट करें या इमेज डाउनलोड करें। यह 100% फ्री है और इसके लिए किसी लॉग-इन की जरूरत नहीं है।