What is Sales tax

Last updated at August 13, 2026 by

Sales Tax is of two types

(1) VAT

(2) CST

Difference between VAT and CST

VAT CST
It is a tax on sale of gooods within state It is a tax on sale of gooods outside state

What is Sales tax - Different Taxes In India

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