Gst is applicable on turnover discount

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Querist : Anonymous

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22 March 2018 XYZ, a goods manufacturer and supllier company has made an agreement with a distributor to provide turnover discount (post-sales) if distributor achieves quarterly targets as mutually decided by both. Thereafter, Credit note is issued by suplier for this turnover discount. My question is that do distributor needs to pay any gst on such credit note issued against turnover and if not, do they need to be mentioned in GST returns

Udaya Chandran

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22 March 2018 ITC should be reverse for the discount.

Expert : Anonymous

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22 March 2018 No need for GST for the Turn Over Discount / Sale achievements... You can directly credit the values...

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Asha Kanta Sharma

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26 July 2024 In the context of GST, the handling of turnover discounts and the issuance of credit notes involves specific rules and treatment. Here’s a detailed breakdown of how GST applies to turnover discounts, credit notes, and their reporting in GST returns:

### 1. **GST on Turnover Discounts**

**Turnover Discount Definition:**
- A turnover discount is a post-sale discount given to a distributor if certain sales targets are met. This is agreed upon in advance and usually provided as a percentage of the turnover achieved by the distributor.

**GST Implications:**
- **No GST on Discount:** When a turnover discount is given, and a credit note is issued, no additional GST is applied to the credit note amount. The turnover discount itself does not attract GST, as it is considered a reduction in the value of the supply.

**Credit Note Treatment:**
- **Credit Note:** The credit note issued for turnover discounts should reflect the reduction in the value of the supply. It essentially adjusts the invoice amount and reflects the actual consideration received for the supply.

### 2. **Reporting in GST Returns**

**Supplier’s Perspective:**
- **Issuance of Credit Note:** The supplier needs to issue a credit note that references the original invoice against which the discount is being provided.
- **Reporting Credit Note:** The supplier should report the credit note in their GST returns. This includes:
- **GSTR-1:** The credit note should be reported in Table 9 (Credit/Debit Notes) of GSTR-1. It adjusts the taxable value and GST amount of the original invoice.

**Distributor’s Perspective:**
- **Adjustment of Input Tax Credit:** The distributor will adjust their Input Tax Credit (ITC) based on the credit note received. This adjustment is done in the GST return for the period in which the credit note is received.
- **Reporting in GST Returns:** The distributor should:
- **Reflect the Adjustment:** Adjust their input tax credit or reverse the credit (if it has been claimed) in their GST returns as per the credit note received.

### 3. **Important Considerations**

- **Documentation:** Both the supplier and the distributor should maintain proper documentation of the agreement, the credit note, and the achievement of targets to support the discount and its GST treatment.
- **Compliance:** Ensure that all transactions and adjustments are reported accurately in GST returns to avoid discrepancies and ensure compliance with GST rules.

### Summary

1. **GST on Credit Note for Turnover Discount:**
- No additional GST is applicable on the credit note issued for turnover discounts.

2. **Reporting in GST Returns:**
- **Supplier:** Report the credit note in GSTR-1.
- **Distributor:** Adjust Input Tax Credit and reflect the adjustment in their GST returns.

By following these guidelines, both the supplier and distributor can ensure proper GST compliance concerning turnover discounts and credit notes. For specific scenarios or complex cases, consulting with a tax professional or GST consultant is advisable.