How GST Rate Cuts Are Making Real Estate More Affordable in 2025
Introduction
In a bid to boost consumption and simplify taxation, the Indian government revamped the GST structure in September 2025. Slashing multiple slabs, it now features two core rates—5% (merit) and 18% (standard)—along with a steep 40% slab reserved for luxury and “sin” goods. These reforms, effective from September 22, 2025, are poised to significantly impact the real estate sector.
Key Changes for Real Estate
GST Reductions on Construction Materials
- Cement: GST has been slashed from 28% to 18%, reducing housing construction costs and making homes more affordable. Estimates suggest overall project expenses could decline by 5–7%, especially for mid-income and affordable housing projects.mintThe Economic TimesThe Economic TimesHousivityThe New Indian Express
- Granite & Marble: Tax on these materials has dropped from 12% to 5%, enabling further cost savings for developers.mint
GST on Property Purchases
- Affordable Housing: Remains subject to a 1% GST, with no input tax credit (ITC).HousingRustomjee
- Non-Affordable Residential Properties: At 5% without ITC.HousingRustomjee
- Commercial Properties: Typically taxed at 12%, though this falls under the older regime and may change with evolving guidance.HousingRustomjee
Overall Construction Cost Reduction
Some developers report up to a 20% drop in GST burden across residential, commercial, industrial, and warehousing projects.The New Indian Express
What This Means for Homebuyers & Developers
For Homebuyers
- Reduced material costs could translate into price corrections, attractive launches, or improved loan eligibility.
- Affordable housing becomes even more accessible thanks to cumulative savings.Hindustan TimesHousivity
- While savings may take time to show in ongoing projects, new developments are more likely to reflect these benefits quickly.Hindustan Times
For Developers
- Enhanced margins and improved cash flow due to lower carbon component costs.
- Projects are financially more viable, potentially speeding up delivery timelines.
- A smoother sales momentum, especially in the festive season, is expected.The Economic Times+1The Times of India
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