SAC Code Finder

Search common services — IT, consulting, design, marketing, education, accounting and more — to find the right SAC code and GST rate.

IT / software design & development

SAC 998314

18% GST

IT consulting & support / SaaS

SAC 998313

18% GST

IT infrastructure & network management

SAC 998315

18% GST

Cloud computing / hosting services

SAC 996912

18% GST

Content writing / copywriting

SAC 998439

18% GST

Digital marketing / advertising

SAC 998361

18% GST

Graphic / UI / UX design services

SAC 998911

18% GST

Photography & videography

SAC 998912

18% GST

Business consultancy services

SAC 998312

18% GST

Management consulting services

SAC 998311

18% GST

Online education / coaching

SAC 999293

18% GST

Accounting, auditing & bookkeeping

SAC 997331

18% GST

Legal services

SAC 998212

18% GST

Rental or leasing of property

SAC 997212

18% GST

Other professional services

SAC 999299

18% GST

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Frequently asked questions

What is a SAC code?

SAC (Services Accounting Code) is a 6-digit code the GST system uses to classify services, the same way HSN codes classify physical goods. Every GST tax invoice for a service should carry the correct SAC code on each line item.

What's the difference between HSN and SAC?

HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) codes classify goods; SAC (Services Accounting Code) codes classify services. If you sell software, consulting, design, or any other service, SAC is what applies to you — not HSN.

Do I have to put a SAC code on every invoice?

GST Notification 78/2020 requires 6-digit HSN/SAC codes on tax invoices once your aggregate turnover crosses the notified threshold (currently ₹5 crore), and a shorter code below that. In practice, adding the correct 6-digit code from the start avoids having to fix your invoicing later.

This list doesn't have my service — where else can I check?

This tool covers the SAC codes most common for freelancers, agencies and digital-service businesses — the same list BillForge uses on real invoices. For the complete, official list across every service category, use the CBIC's own GST rate finder.

Is this SAC code tool free?

Yes, completely free with no login — the same code list BillForge itself uses when you're entering a line item on a real invoice.

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