Archive · 5 Sep 2025
GST Council Decisions: Auto and Insurance Reforms
The government is changing taxes to make cars and insurance more affordable.
For cars, small vehicles and two-wheelers will have a lower tax rate, potentially lowering prices.
This is expected to boost sales.
Also, health insurance will no longer have GST, making it cheaper to buy policies.
This is to encourage more people to get insurance and help the industry.
Motorcycles over 350cc will become more expensive.
These changes are expected to benefit both consumers and the economy.
GST on small passenger vehicles and two-wheelers will be reduced to 18%.
Two-wheeler sales volume is expected to grow 5-6% due to GST changes.
Passenger vehicle sales may rise 2-3% due to GST changes.
Health and life insurance policies will be exempt from GST.
Motorcycles over 350cc will face a higher tax.
- Who
- Consumers, Government, Auto Industry
- What
- Changes to GST rates on vehicles and health insurance
- When
- September 22, 2025 (for auto changes), Not Specified (for health insurance)
- Where
- India
- Why
- To boost demand, streamline taxation, and increase insurance affordability.
- Effective Date for Auto GST Changes
- September 22, 2025
- GST Rate on Small PVs & Two-Wheelers
- 18%
- Two-Wheeler Sales Growth Forecast
- 5-6%
- PV Sales Growth Forecast
- 2-3%
- Health Insurance GST Change
- Exempted from GST
- Health Insurance GST Revenue Loss
- ₹9,700 crore
- Motorcycle GST Rate (Over 350cc)
- 40%
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