GST Rate Cuts Go Live: Prices of ACs, TVs, Refrigerators Drop

New GST Structure – Govt removed the 12% & 28% GST slabs – Many household electronics shifted from 28% → 18% GST – Effective from 22 Sept 2025 (Navratri start) – Consumers to save around 8–10% on appliances – Companies already announcing price drops

Price Drop Examples Air Conditioner (₹30,000): Old GST 28% = ₹8,400 → New GST 18% = ₹5,400 → Save ₹3,000 LED/LCD TV 32"+ (₹20,000): Old GST ₹5,600 → New GST ₹3,600 → Save ₹2,000 Dishwasher (₹10,000): Old GST ₹2,800 → New GST ₹1,800 → Save ₹1,000

Impact on Market – ACs, TVs, refrigerators now up to ₹10,000 cheaper – Mobile accessories (chargers) see price cuts – Mixers, microwaves, vacuum cleaners, air coolers also cheaper – Monitors & projectors moved from 28% → 18% – Electronics & home appliances become more affordable