GST Rate List India 2026 – Complete GST Slabs

Updated: April 2026

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India is divided into different tax slabs. These rates are applied to different goods and services depending on their category.

GST Slab Rates in India

GST Rate	Applicable Items
5%	Essential goods like packaged food, transport services
12%	Processed foods, computers, mobile phones
18%	Most goods and services including electronics and restaurants
28%	Luxury items like cars, ACs, tobacco products

GST on Gold

Gold attracts 3% GST, and making charges have 5% GST.

How GST Rates Affect Prices

Higher GST rates increase the final price of products, while lower rates make goods more affordable.

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Why GST Rate List is Important

Knowing GST rates helps businesses price products correctly and helps consumers understand their bills.

FAQs

What are GST rates in India?
5%, 12%, 18%, and 28% are the main GST slabs.

Which GST rate is most common?
18% GST is the most commonly applied rate.

Is GST same for all products?
No, GST varies based on product category.