Q3HSN Code 9701
Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand
Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading 4906 and other than hand-painted or hand-decorated manufactured articles; collages, mosaics and similar decorative plaques
GST rate
5%
Codes under 9701
| Code | Description | GST rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9701 10 | Paintings, drawings and pastels: | 5% |
| 9701 10 10 | Madhubani paintings (on textiles) | 5% |
| 9701 10 20 | Kalamkari paintings (on textiles) | 5% |
| 9701 10 30 | Rajasthani paintings (on textiles) | 5% |
| 9701 21 | Paintings, drawings and pastels | 5% |
| 9701 22 | Mosaics | 5% |
| 9701 29 | Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading 4906 and other than hand-painted or hand-decorated manufactured articles; collages, mosaics and similar decorative plaques › Other | 5% |
| 9701 90 | Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading 4906 and other than hand-painted or hand-decorated manufactured articles; collages, mosaics and similar decorative plaques › Other | 5% |
| 9701 90 91 | Domestic articles of wood (hand decorated ) | 5% |
| 9701 90 92 | Restaurant decoration of plastics | 5% |
| 9701 91 | Paintings, drawings and pastels | 5% |
| 9701 92 | Mosaics | 5% |
| 9701 99 | Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading 4906 and other than hand-painted or hand-decorated manufactured articles; collages, mosaics and similar decorative plaques › Other | 5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand?
The HSN code for paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand is 9701, under Chapter 97 (Paintings, sculptures and antiques).
What is the GST rate on paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand?
Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand is taxed at 5% GST under HSN code 9701.
How many digits of the HSN code go on a GST invoice?
It depends on your turnover in the previous financial year: businesses above ₹5 crore generally show 6 digits (8 for certain specified goods), and smaller businesses show 4 digits on B2B invoices. Check the current e-invoicing/HSN notification for the exact threshold that applies to you.
Rates as per Notifications No. 9/2025-Central Tax (Rate) and 13/2025-Central Tax (Rate), as amended, as of 7 October 2026. For guidance only — verify with your tax advisor.