which tax is levied

[Roshan Begrajka]

Hi all,

One of my client, Mr x (Registered dealer) doing business of Readymade garments in Jharkhand purchasing goods from Mr Y of West Bengal readymade manufacturer (not a registered dealer). when Mr x sells goods to any other person charges VAT @ 5% on such goods and paid to the Govt. My query is

1) Is there any tax levied on Purchase? if any then which tax and what is the procedure

2) where we have to show in VAT return 1) purchase from unregistered dealer or 2) Any other rows.

Please reply and suggest, its urgent.

Thanks in advance

AI Summary

Business Owner Queries Tax on Goods from Unregistered Dealer; Expert Clarifies VAT and Interstate Purchase Recording. A business owner in Jharkhand dealing in readymade garments queries about tax obligations when purchasing goods from an unregistered dealer in West Bengal. The main concerns are whether a purchase tax is applicable and how to record such transactions in VAT returns. An expert clarifies that purchase tax is not applicable since VAT is charged at the time of sale. It is suggested that these purchases be recorded as interstate purchases in the VAT return. The concern about potential entry tax inquiries is also raised.