GST on apartment purchase

[Maneesh Agarwal]

I'm looking for under construction apartment which would be ready in a month time.

Builder is asking to pay GST on below items. Should GST be applicable on all these items?

• UDS consideration
• Cost of construction of apartment
• Township infrastructure charges
• Infrastructure and Amenities charges
• Development charges for Water & Electricity
• Development Charges for Pipes Gas
• Development charges for Generator

Thanks, -Maneesh

AI Summary

GST at 18% Applies to Under-Construction Apartment Costs; Verify Builder's GST Compliance to Avoid Issues. A forum participant inquired about the applicability of GST on various charges related to purchasing an under-construction apartment, including UDS consideration, construction costs, and development charges for amenities and utilities. Multiple respondents confirmed that GST is applicable at 18% on these charges. Some advised caution, noting that some builders might not remit the collected GST to the government, suggesting buyers verify the builder's reputation. One participant recommended buying a ready-to-move-in flat to avoid GST. The discussion highlighted the importance of ensuring compliance and transparency in GST payments.