Place of Supply under GST – Complete Practical Guide

Created & Published by: Bhavik Bhoot
Strategic Tax, GST & Corporate Compliance Advisory
Published: April 2026

Place of Supply is the backbone of GST. It determines whether a transaction is intra-state (CGST + SGST) or inter-state (IGST). Incorrect determination can lead to wrong tax payment, denial of credit and litigation.

This guide explains Place of Supply rules for goods and services with practical examples and real-world scenarios.

Tax Determination

CGST vs IGST depends on POS

High Litigation Risk

Incorrect POS leads to notices

Complex Rules

Different rules for goods & services

1. Place of Supply – Goods

ScenarioPlace of Supply
Movement of goodsLocation where movement ends
No movementLocation of goods
Bill to ship toThird party location

2. Place of Supply – Services

TypeRule
B2BLocation of recipient
B2CLocation of supplier

3. Special Cases

4. Import & Export

5. Practical Examples

Place of Supply Decision Calculator

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Conclusion

Place of Supply is one of the most critical and complex areas in GST. Businesses must carefully evaluate each transaction to avoid incorrect tax treatment.

For professional assistance, consult a GST Consultant in Mumbai.

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