30 July 2012
1) Composition scheme is withdrawn from 01.07.12.
2) New construction = 12.36% on 40% of the total contract value (including labour plus materials) Abatement is 60%
In case if you are filing vat return and showing the value of material cost separately under vat act, then the service tax 12.36% is payable only on the balance value of the contract, i.e labour cost only.
If you are a firm or individual, then under reverse charge mechanism, you need to pay only 50% of taxable turnover on the above working and balance 50% will be paid by the service receiver. Also, Kindly see all the relevant notifications on works contract.