GST Council Reforms 2025: Two-Rate Structure, Tribunal Launch & Boost in Tax Revenue
Revised GST Rates Now Effective
From September 22, 2025, India’s GST structure has been consolidated into two primary slabs: 5% and 18%, with a special 40% slab for high-impact “sin goods” like tobacco.
Essentials, packaged foods, insurance, and selected electronics have seen rate reductions.
Compliance has been simplified through pre-filled returns, faster refunds, and easier MSME registration.
Tribunal Launch & Legislative Updates
The newly introduced Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) is set to improve dispute resolution and ensure fair compliance.
- The reform emphasizes transparency and MSME empowerment.
- Updated IGST and UTGST structures have also been rolled out.
GST Collections Surge
India’s GST revenue collections for September 2025 grew 9.1%, reaching ₹1.89 lakh crore – the fastest pace in four months. This signals robust economic momentum and higher consumption post-reform.
Conclusion
India’s GST reforms are not only simplifying compliance but also boosting confidence in the economy. With reduced rates, stronger dispute resolution mechanisms, and record GST collections, businesses and consumers both stand to benefit.
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FAQ'S
Q1: What are the new GST slabs effective from September 22, 2025?
Two main slabs – 5% and 18%, with a special 40% rate for luxury/sin goods like tobacco.
Q2: What is GSTAT?
The Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal is a new body launched to improve GST dispute resolution.
Q3: Which items became cheaper under GST 2.0?
Essentials, packaged food, insurance, some electronics, and household goods now fall under reduced rates.
Q4: What was India’s GST revenue collection in September 2025?
₹1.89 lakh crore, up 9.1% from the previous month.
Q5: How do these reforms benefit MSMEs?
MSMEs get pre-filled returns, faster refunds, simplified registration, and improved compliance clarity.
