Restaurant Bill Food GST (5% vs 18%) & Service Charge Legality Checker

Check restaurant food bill tax rates (5% without ITC for standard dining, 18% for 5-star hotels) and know your legal right to remove mandatory service charges.

Interactive Restaurant Bill Food GST (5% vs 18%) & Service Charge Legality Checker
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Formula & Calculation Methodology

Standalone Food GST = 5% (2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST) | Service charge is 100% voluntary.

Step-by-Step Worked Example

Food: ₹2,500, Restaurant added 10% Service Charge (₹250)

  1. Food Subtotal: ₹2,500
  2. Optional Service Charge: ₹250 (Can be waived off on request)
  3. GST (5%): ₹125
Result: Payable with Service Charge: ₹2,875 | Payable without Service Charge: ₹2,625

Frequently Asked Questions

Is paying service charge mandatory in restaurants?

No. Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) guidelines state service charge is completely voluntary and cannot be forced.

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