GST on Laptops & Computers in India (2026): 18% & HSN
Laptops, desktops, tablets and servers all attract 18% GST (HSN 8471) — unchanged under GST 2.0. This guide covers computers, peripherals, ITC for businesses, and correct billing.
Part of: The Complete GST Guide for Small Business in India (2026)
Computers are one of the simplest GST categories: laptops, desktops, tablets and servers are all taxed at 18% under HSN 8471, and GST 2.0 left them there (they were already at 18%). Peripherals mostly follow at 18% too. Here's the quick guide with ITC rules for businesses.
Quick answer: GST on laptops and computers is 18% (HSN 8471), the same nationwide.
Computer GST rates at a glance
| Item | GST rate | HSN code |
|---|---|---|
| Laptop / desktop / tablet / server | 18% | 8471 |
| Monitor | 18% | 8528 |
| Keyboard / mouse / peripherals | 18% | 8471 / 8473 |
| Printer | 18% | 8443 |
| Hard disk / SSD / RAM | 18% | 8471 / 8523 |
| UPS | 18% | 8504 |
Input tax credit
A GST-registered business buying computers for business use can claim the full 18% as input tax credit against a valid tax invoice carrying its GSTIN. This makes the effective cost of IT hardware lower for registered businesses than the sticker price.
FAQs
Did GST 2.0 cut laptop GST?
No. Laptops and computers stayed at 18%. The 28%→18% cuts applied to large appliances (ACs, big TVs, fridges), not IT hardware, which was already at 18%.
General information only, not tax advice; rates can change. Confirm the current rate and HSN for your exact product on CBIC notifications or with your CA. Last reviewed: September 2026.
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KukBook stores the right HSN and 18% rate on every SKU, tracks serial numbers/warranty, manages ITC on your purchases, and prepares GST returns automatically.
