SAC Code 998596

Events, exhibitions, conventions and trade show organisation services

Typical GST rate

18%

9% CGST + 9% SGST intra-state

Type

Service

SAC classification

Code level

6-digit

Sub-heading

Reading code 998596

SAC codes are always six digits and always begin with 99 — the services chapter. In 998596, the heading 9985 narrows the service group, and the final digits identify this specific service: events, exhibitions, conventions and trade show organisation services

All services under GST carry a 6-digit SAC beginning with 99 — construction, transport, IT, professional, financial, and every other service classification.

Related codes in heading 9985

998511 — Executive or retained personnel search services · GST 18%
998512 — Permanent placement services, other than executive search services
998513 — Contract staffing services · GST 18%
998514 — Temporary staffing services
998515 — Long-term staffing (pay rolling) services
998516 — Temporary staffing-to-permanent placement services
998517 — Co-employment staffing services
998519 — Other employment and labour supply services nowhere else classified
998521 — Investigation services · GST 18%
998522 — Security consulting services

Frequently asked questions

Goods and services under 998596 typically attract 18% GST. Rates can vary by sub-classification and notifications, so confirm the applicable rate for your specific item.

Businesses with annual aggregate turnover of ₹5 crore or more must report at least 6 digits on e-invoices and e-way bills; below ₹5 crore, 4 digits is the B2B minimum. Exports require 8 digits.

Every line item on a GST tax invoice carries its SAC code alongside the description, quantity, taxable value, and tax breakup. The code also flows into your GSTR-1 HSN summary.

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