HSN code for generator.
Generator is classified under HSN code 8502 (ELECTRIC GENERATING SETS AND ROTARY CONVERTERS). The GST rate is 18%, effective 2025-09-22, per 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate).
Equipment that generates electricity using mechanical power (like diesel or petrol engines) or converts between different types of electrical current. This includes generator sets, alternators combined with engines, and rotary converters that change AC to DC or vice versa.
GST rate for generator
| gst | cgst + sgst | what it covers | entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18% | 9% + 9% | Electric generating sets and rotary converters | Sch II S.No 4759/2025-Central Tax (Rate) |
source: 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) · effective 2025-09-22
Invoice examples at 18%
Intra-state sale of ₹10,000 at 18% GST
- Taxable value₹10,000
- CGST @ 9%₹900
- SGST @ 9%₹900
- Invoice total₹11,800
Inter-state sale of ₹1,00,000 at 18% GST
- Taxable value₹1,00,000
- IGST @ 18%₹18,000
- Invoice total₹1,18,000
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Full detail — official text, every sub-code and rate history — on the HSN 8502 code page → · chapter 85 — Electrical machinery and equipment and parts there
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