Service tax liability on commercial coaching.

[MANASH MUKHERJEE]

A commercial coaching institute short term courses as well courses under DOEACC scheme at O/A/B/C level. My question is whether the fee received against DOEACC scheme is taxable or non taxable.

AI Summary

Are DOEACC Scheme Courses Taxable? Exploring Service Tax Implications for Commercial Coaching Institutes Offering Recognized Computer Courses A discussion on a forum addressed the service tax liability for a commercial coaching institute offering courses under the DOEACC scheme. The primary question was whether fees from DOEACC courses are taxable. Participants explained that commercial coaching services are generally taxable unless they fall under the negative list, which includes certain educational services. DOEACC, being an autonomous body, offers recognized computer courses. If these courses qualify as approved vocational education courses, they are non-taxable. The conversation highlighted the distinction between non-taxable and exempted services and emphasized verifying if DOEACC courses meet the criteria for non-taxability.