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23 June 2014 is ST levied on Permanat transfer of ST??

if not what is levied??

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23 June 2014 sorry, permanant transfer of copyrights

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20 July 2024 In India, Service Tax (ST) has been replaced by Goods and Services Tax (GST) effective from July 1, 2017. Prior to GST, Service Tax was levied on certain specified services provided or agreed to be provided by service providers. The transfer of copyrights or intellectual property rights (IPR) typically did not attract Service Tax, as it was not considered a service under the Service Tax regime.

However, when it comes to the transfer of copyrights, it's essential to distinguish between two types of transactions:

1. **Sale or Transfer of Copyrights:** If copyrights are transferred through a sale or assignment, it is generally treated as a transfer of property rights rather than a service. Such transfers are typically governed by provisions under the Copyright Act, 1957. This transaction does not attract Service Tax or GST.

2. **License of Copyrights:** If copyrights are licensed rather than transferred outright, it may be considered a service under certain circumstances. Prior to GST, licensing of copyrights for use in India could potentially attract Service Tax under the category of "Intellectual Property Service". Post-GST, licensing of intellectual property rights, including copyrights, is covered under the GST regime with specific provisions.

### Under the GST Regime:

Under GST, the transfer of copyrights or IPRs is generally treated as a supply of goods or services, depending on the nature of the transaction:

- **Transfer of Copyrights (Sale):** This is treated as a supply of goods and would attract GST under the provisions related to the supply of goods.

- **License of Copyrights:** This is treated as a supply of services and would attract GST under the provisions related to the supply of services.

### Conclusion:

- **Service Tax (ST):** Service Tax was not applicable on the transfer of copyrights or IPRs. Instead, it could apply to services related to licensing or other ancillary services, subject to the specifics of the transaction.

- **GST:** Under the GST regime, GST is applicable on the supply of goods or services, including the transfer or licensing of copyrights, depending on the nature of the transaction.

For precise advice tailored to your specific situation, especially under the GST regime, it's recommended to consult with a qualified tax advisor or GST consultant who can provide guidance based on the latest regulations and your specific transaction details.

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