Chapter 4911 Tariff Headings
HSN Codes Chapter 49: Books, newspapers, printed matter
Chapter 49 of the GST HSN tariff classifies printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans. This chapter contains 11 4-digit tariff headings with applicable GST rates effective 22 September 2025.
Official CBIC Rates (Notification 09/2025 & 10/2025)GST rates as per CBIC Notifications 09/2025 and 10/2025 (Central Tax - Rate), effective 22 September 2025. Last updated: October 2026. Always verify on the official GST portal before filing.. Main active GST slabs across goods are 0%, 5%, 18% and 40%.
4-Digit Tariff Headings in Chapter 49
Select any heading below to view its complete 6-digit and 8-digit sub-codes, item-level rate specifications, and CBIC notification details.
Printed Books, Brochures, Leaflets And Similar Printed Matter, Whether Or Not In Single Sheets
GST Rate:
0% (Nil / exempt)
5%
Newspapers, Journals And Periodicals, Whether Or Not Illustrated Or Containing Advertising Material
GST Rate:
0% (Nil / exempt)
Children'S Picture, Drawing Or Colouring Books
GST Rate:
0% (Nil / exempt)
Music, Printed Or In Manuscript, Whether Or Not Bound Or Illustrated
GST Rate:
0% (Nil / exempt)Applies to some sub-codes
Maps And Hydrographic Or Similar Charts Of All Kinds, Including Atlases, Wall Maps, Topographical Plans And Globes, Printed
GST Rate:
0% (Nil / exempt)
Plans And Drawings For Architectural, Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, Topographical Or Similar Purposes, Being Originals Drawn By Hand; Hand-Written Texts; Photographic Reproductions On Sensitised Paper And Carbon Copies Of The Foregoing
GST Rate:
18%Applies to some sub-codes
Unused Postage, Revenue Or Similar Stamps Of Current Or New Issue In The Country In Which They Have, Or Will Have, A Recognized Face Value; Stamp-Impressed Paper; Bank Notes; Cheque Forms; Stock, Share Or Bond Certificates And Similar Documents Of Title
GST Rate:
0% (Nil / exempt)
0% (Nil / exempt)
18%
Printed Or Illustrated Postcards; Printed Cards Bearing Personal Greetings, Messages Or Announcements, Whether Or Not Illustrated, With Or Without Envelopes Or Trimmings
GST Rate:
18%
Calendars Of Any Kind, Printed, Including Calendar Blocks
GST Rate:
18%
Other Printed Matter, Including Printed Pictures And Photographs
GST Rate:
18%
How Many HSN Digits Do You Need to Mention?
Under GST Notification 78/2020-Central Tax, businesses must declare HSN codes on tax invoices according to annual aggregate turnover:
| Annual Turnover | B2B Invoices | B2C Invoices |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹5 Crore | 4 Digits minimum | Optional (4 Digits recommended) |
| Above ₹5 Crore | 6 Digits mandatory | 6 Digits mandatory |
| Exports / Imports | 8 Digits mandatory | 8 Digits mandatory |