Indian Wedding Photography GST & Milestone Payment Calculator
Free online calculator for Indian wedding, event, and commercial photographers. Calculate 18% GST under SAC Code 998361 (CGST, SGST, IGST) and split 30-50-20 or 25-25-35-15 booking milestone schedules.
How to calculate photography GST in India
- Input package quote — Enter your agreed base or total quote in INR.
- Choose tax mode — Select GST Exclusive (+18%) or GST Inclusive (extract 18%).
- Select client state — Intra-state (9% CGST + 9% SGST) or Inter-state (18% IGST).
- View milestone schedule — Get exact rupee amounts for Booking Advance, Shoot Days, and Album Delivery.
- Copy for WhatsApp — Share formatted breakdown directly with wedding couples.
Key facts on Photography GST (SAC 998361)
- SAC Code: 998361 (Commercial & Event Photography Services)
- GST Rate: 18% uniformly across India
- Threshold Limit: Mandatory registration above ₹20 Lakhs annual turnover (₹10 Lakhs in Special Category states)
- Standard Milestone Split: 30% Booking Advance, 50% on Shoot Days, 20% before Album Delivery
Frequently asked questions
What is the GST SAC Code for photography services in India?
The mandatory Services Accounting Code is SAC 998361 for photographic and video production services.
What is the GST rate on wedding photography?
Wedding photography is taxed at 18% (9% CGST + 9% SGST for same-state, 18% IGST for other states).
When is GST mandatory for photographers?
When aggregate annual turnover exceeds ₹20 Lakhs (₹10 Lakhs in Special Category states).
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