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Employers Must Pay GST on Nominal Salary Deductions for Canteen and Transport Services Under Specific Conditions

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....The AAR ruled that nominal deductions from employee salaries for canteen and transportation services constitute a "supply of service" under GST. The authority determined that the recovered amounts are taxable, while the employer's perquisite portion remains non-taxable. For canteen services, input tax credit (ITC) is not available, and GST applies to the employee-recovered amount. In the case of non-air-conditioned bus transportation, GST is applicable on the nominal deduction, and ITC can be claimed from the transport service provider. The decision hinges on distinguishing between employer-provided benefits and taxable service recoveries, ultimately establishing a nuanced approach to GST treatment of employee welfare services.....