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Overview

SAC (Services Accounting Codes) is used to classify services for GST purposes in India. It provides a systematic way to identify and categorize different types of services for taxation and compliance.

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Key Features

  • Service Focus: Specifically designed for service classification
  • 6-Digit Code: Structured classification system
  • GST Compliance: Mandatory for service providers under GST
  • Industry Coverage: Covers all service sectors comprehensively

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Statistics

LevelCount
Chapters12
Headings99
Service Codes425+

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SAC Structure

998313
├──┼──┤
│  └ Service sub-category
└ Chapter (99 = Services)

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Major Service Categories

CodeCategoryDescription
9931ConstructionBuilding, civil engineering
9954AccommodationHotels, lodging
9963Food ServicesRestaurants, catering
9964TransportPassenger and goods
9965Goods TransportFreight, logistics
9966Vehicle RentalCar hire, leasing
9971FinancialBanking, insurance
9972Real EstateProperty services
9973LeasingEquipment rental
9981ResearchR&D services
9982LegalLegal, accounting
9983IT ServicesSoftware, consulting

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Common IT/Tech SAC Codes

CodeDescription
998311IT consulting services
998312IT design and development
998313IT infrastructure management
998314IT support services
998315Software licensing
998316Web hosting
998319Other IT services

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Using SAC in FQL

# Search by exact SAC code
saccd == '998313'

# Search by SAC description
sdesc CONTAINS 'IT services'

# Find IT service providers in a state
saccd == '998313' AND state == 'Karnataka' AND Status == 'Active'

# Multiple SAC codes
saccd IN ['998311', '998312', '998313']

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API Endpoint

Look up SAC codes via the API: 
GET /api/reference/sac-codes
Authorization: Bearer YOUR_TOKEN