Food & grocery

GST rate on Paneer

Pre-packaged and labelled paneer attracts 5% GST; sold loose it is generally exempt.

GST rate

5%

HSN code

0406

Intra-state split

2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST

The GST rate on paneer in India is 5% under GST 2.0, classified under HSN code 0406. For an intra-state sale this is split as 2.5% CGST and 2.5% SGST; for an inter-state sale it is charged as a single 5% IGST.

This is a commonly-applicable rate for quick reference under GST 2.0 (effective 22 September 2025). Rates and classifications can change with GST Council notifications — verify the exact rate on the official GST portal before issuing tax invoices.

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