Question 1

What is an HSN code?

Accepted Answer

HSN stands for Harmonized System of Nomenclature, an international system for classifying goods. In India, HSN codes are used on GST invoices and returns to identify each product and the GST rate that applies to it.

Question 2

What is the difference between HSN and SAC codes?

Accepted Answer

HSN codes classify goods, while SAC (Services Accounting Code) codes classify services. SAC codes used under GST start with 99.

Question 3

How many digits of the HSN code must I show on invoices?

Accepted Answer

Businesses with aggregate turnover up to ₹5 crore in the previous financial year must show a 4-digit HSN code on B2B invoices. Businesses with turnover above ₹5 crore must show a 6-digit HSN code on all invoices.

Question 4

Where can I confirm the exact GST rate for my product?

Accepted Answer

The GST rate depends on the exact description and tariff item of your product, so confirm it against the CBIC rate notifications or with your CA before filing. Rates on this page reflect the changes effective 22 September 2025.

Question 5

Does hisabkitab apply HSN codes and GST rates automatically?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Save the HSN code and rate once on each item and every invoice uses them automatically. On the Advanced plan, AI also reads HSN codes from your supplier bills.

Question 6

Which hisabkitab plans include GST reports?

Accepted Answer

GST reports, e-invoicing and e-way bills are part of every plan, starting with Launch at ₹2,999 per year (exclusive of 18% GST).

Question 7

Which plan includes the Tally Connector in Accuhisab kitab?

Accepted Answer

The Tally Connector is included in the Advance Plan (₹6,999/year) which also includes AI OCR for bank statements and purchase invoices, unlimited billing, up to 4 companies and 5 users, custom fields, freeze transactions, audit trail, advanced business reports, and 1 integration with a payment gateway or CRM. For businesses that want to upgrade Tally with cloud access and AI automation, the Advance Plan provides the most complete feature set.

Question 8

Can I continue using Tally alongside Accuhisab kitab after connecting them?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Accuhisab kitab Tally Connector is designed as an upgrade layer not a forced replacement. Businesses can continue operating in Tally as usual while Accuhisab kitab syncs the data to the cloud in the background. This allows a gradual, zero-disruption transition where teams can explore Accuhisab kitab's cloud features and AI automation at their own pace before fully migrating their primary accounting workflow.

Question 9

Is the Tally Connector suitable for CA firms managing multiple client companies in Tally?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Accuhisab kitab's Tally Connector is particularly valuable for CA firms that manage multiple client companies in Tally. The Advance Plan supports up to 4 companies under a single login allowing CAs to connect and sync data from multiple Tally client accounts, access all companies' books remotely, run AI-powered GST reconciliation across clients, and generate audit-ready reports all from a single centralised cloud dashboard without logging into different Tally installations separately.

Question 10

How is Accuhisab kitab's Tally Connector different from simply migrating from Tally?

Accepted Answer

A full migration from Tally involves moving all data to a new system and stopping Tally use entirely which can be disruptive for established businesses. The Accuhisab kitab Tally Connector offers a non-disruptive alternative syncing Tally data to the cloud while preserving the existing workflow, interface familiarity, and historical records. Businesses get the best of both worlds the reliability of Tally they know and the cloud access, AI automation, and modern compliance features of Accuhisab kitab without a forced cutover.

SAC code	Description
998611	Support services to crop production
998612	Animal husbandry services
998613	Support services to hunting
998614	Support services to forestry and logging
998615	Support services to fishing
998619	Other support services to agriculture, hunting, forestry and fishing
998621	Support services to oil and gas extraction
998622	Support services to other mining n.e.c.
998631	Support services to electricity transmission and distribution
998632	Support services to gas distribution
998633	Support services to water distribution
998634	Support services to Distribution services of steam, hot water and air-conditioning supply

SAC Code 9986: GST Rate on Support services to agriculture, hunting, forestry, fishing, mining and utilities.

SAC Code 9986: GST Rate on Support services to agriculture, hunting, forestry, fishing, mining and utilities.

Rate at a Glance

GST rate guide

All 12 SAC codes under 9986

1. Add the code once

1. Add the code once

1. Add the code once

2. Bill without looking it up

2. Bill without looking it up

2. Bill without looking it up

3. File with clean GST reports

3. File with clean GST reports

3. File with clean GST reports

GST reports included in every plan

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