Plans and drawings for architectural, engineering, industrial, commercial, topographical or similar purposes, being originals drawn by hand, hand written texts, photographic reproductions on sensitised paper and carbon copies of the foregoing
HSN code 49060000 is
a 8-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code used in India for GST classification.
It covers: Plans and drawings for architectural, engineering, industrial, commercial, topographical or similar purposes, being originals drawn by hand, hand written texts, photographic reproductions on sensitised paper and carbon copies of the foregoing.
This code falls under Chapter 49
(Printed Books & Newspapers) of the Indian GST tariff.
The applicable GST rate is 12%
(CGST 6% + SGST 6% for intra-state, or IGST 12% for inter-state transactions).
Who needs this code? Any GST-registered business supplying
goods classified under this
HSN code must quote it on their tax invoices.
Turnover above ₹5 crore requires 6-digit codes;
exporters must use 8-digit HSN codes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HSN code 49060000?
HSN 49060000 refers to: Plans and drawings for architectural, engineering, industrial, commercial, topographical or similar purposes, being originals drawn by hand, hand written texts, photographic reproductions on sensitised paper and carbon copies of the foregoing. It belongs to Chapter 49 (Printed Books & Newspapers) of the GST tariff.
What is the GST rate for HSN code 49060000?
The GST rate for HSN code 49060000 is 12% — CGST 6% + SGST 6% for intra-state, or IGST 12% for inter-state supply.
Is HSN code 49060000 mandatory on invoices?
Yes. If your business supplies goods/services under this code, you must quote the HSN/SAC code on GST invoices. Businesses with turnover below ₹5 crore use 4-digit HSN; above ₹5 crore use 6-digit; exporters use 8-digit.
What chapter does HSN code 49060000 belong to?
HSN code 49060000 belongs to Chapter 49 of the GST tariff, which covers Printed Books & Newspapers.
