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13 December 2013 is labour contractor comes under the manpower supplier under service tax reverse charge mechanisim?

Arun Kumar Singh

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13 December 2013 Yes, it will be fall under the reverse charge system.

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17 December 2013 but as per defination in service tax rule “supply of manpower” means supply of manpower, temporarily or otherwise, to another person to work
under his superintendence or control.
my query is that - in labour contractor, labours work under superintendence and control of service provider so how it comes under manpower

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Asha Kanta Sharma

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03 August 2024 In the context of service tax, understanding the distinction between "manpower supply" and "labour contracting" services is crucial, especially under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM).

### **Manpower Supply vs. Labour Contracting**

#### **1. **Manpower Supply Services**

- **Definition:** As per the definition under service tax rules, "supply of manpower" refers to providing manpower to another person to work under their superintendence or control. This typically means:
- You provide workers who work under the direction and control of the client.
- You, as the supplier, generally do not have control over how the workers perform their duties but simply provide them as required.

#### **2. **Labour Contracting Services**

- **Definition:** Labour contracting involves supplying workers who are engaged in providing services under the control and supervision of the client. The service provider here generally maintains a direct relationship with the workers, handling their payroll, and other employment-related matters.

- **Service Provider Control:** In a labour contracting scenario, the workers are technically employed by the contractor (the service provider) but work under the control of the client. However, the service provider retains responsibility for the employees, including their salaries, benefits, and compliance with labor laws.

### **Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) Applicability**

#### **Manpower Supply Services Under RCM:**

- **Manpower Recruitment or Supply Agency:** If you provide workers to a client who works under the client’s supervision, this generally falls under the "manpower supply" service, which is subject to RCM.

- **RCM Application:** The recipient of the manpower services (the client) is liable to pay the service tax under RCM, and you, as the service provider, do not collect service tax from the client.

#### **Labour Contracting Services:**

- **Labour Contracting:** This is often categorized under "work contract" services or similar. The classification depends on the nature of the work performed and the supervision and control exercised.

- **RCM Considerations:**
- Labour contracting services might not fall under the same category as manpower supply services for RCM purposes.
- **Service Tax** for labour contracting may be subject to different rules and categories and may not always be covered under RCM.

### **Regulatory Interpretation:**

1. **Service Tax Rules:**
- **Manpower Supply Services:** Subject to RCM as per the relevant service tax notifications if provided to a company.
- **Labour Contracting:** May be taxed differently and not necessarily under RCM, but rather as a work contract service.

2. **Notifications and Circulars:**
- It’s essential to check the latest notifications, circulars, or amendments in service tax laws, as definitions and applicability can change.

### **Summary:**

- **Manpower Supply:** Services where you provide manpower who work under the client’s supervision are classified under manpower supply and subject to RCM.
- **Labour Contracting:** If workers are provided under your (the contractor’s) control, it might not fall under the same category as manpower supply and may be taxed differently.

**For accurate classification and compliance, it’s advisable to consult a tax advisor or professional who can provide guidance based on the latest regulations and the specific nature of your services.**