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GST State Code 33: Tamil Nadu
Every GSTIN registered in Tamil Nadu starts with 33. Here is what the code means for your invoices, which tax head applies, and how to check a GSTIN.
- GST state code
- 33
- State / UT
- Tamil Nadu
- Type
- State
- Capital
- Chennai
- Local (intra-State) supply
- CGST + SGST
- Supply to another state
- IGST
How 33 appears in a GSTIN
- Digits 1–2 (33): the state code, which shows the registration is in Tamil Nadu.
- Characters 3–12: the PAN of the business or proprietor (illustrative PAN shown).
- Character 13: the entity number for registrations under the same PAN in this state (1–9, then A–Z).
- Character 14: "Z" by default.
- Character 15: a check character calculated from the first 14. Verify it with the GSTIN validator.
Check if a GSTIN is from Tamil Nadu
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CGST, SGST/UTGST or IGST for Tamil Nadu
Compare the supplier's state code with the place of supply. If both are 33, the supply is intra-State and the rate is split as CGST + SGST. If the place of supply is in any other state or UT, the full rate is charged as IGST.
| Supply from Tamil Nadu (33) to | Code | Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu (same state) | 33 | CGST + SGST |
| Kerala | 32 | IGST |
| Karnataka | 29 | IGST |
| Andhra Pradesh | 37 | IGST |
| Puducherry | 34 | IGST |
Not sure where the place of supply is? Use the place of supply calculator, or let the GST invoice generator pick the tax head from both GSTINs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which state has GST state code 33?
33 is the GST state code of Tamil Nadu. Every GSTIN registered in Tamil Nadu begins with the digits 33.
What is the GST state code of Tamil Nadu?
The GST state code of Tamil Nadu is 33. It is the first two digits of the 15-character GSTIN.
Does a GSTIN starting with 33 mean the business is in Tamil Nadu?
It means the registration belongs to Tamil Nadu. A business registers separately in each state it supplies from, so the same company can hold GSTINs with other state codes. The shipping address on an invoice can also differ from the registered state.
Which GST applies on a sale within Tamil Nadu?
When the supplier is registered in Tamil Nadu and the place of supply is also Tamil Nadu, the supply is intra-State, so the rate is split as CGST + SGST. For example, an 18% item is charged as 9% + 9%.
Which GST applies on a sale from Tamil Nadu to another state?
Supplies from Tamil Nadu (33) to a place of supply in another state or UT are inter-State and carry IGST. For example, a sale to a buyer in Kerala (32) is charged IGST at the full rate.
Is Tamil Nadu a state or a Union Territory under GST?
For GST, Tamil Nadu is classified as: State.
Can one business have more than one GSTIN starting with 33?
Yes. A business can hold several registrations in the same state, for example for separate business verticals. They all start with 33 and share the same PAN in digits 3 to 12, but the 13th character (the entity number) is different.
Is the state code in a GSTIN the same as the place of supply?
No. The state code shows where the supplier or buyer is registered. The place of supply is worked out under the IGST Act rules for goods or services. Comparing the supplier's location with the place of supply decides whether CGST + SGST or IGST applies.
What happens if an invoice uses the wrong tax because of the state code?
If CGST + SGST is charged where IGST was due (or the other way round), the supplier generally has to pay the correct tax and claim a refund of the amount paid under the wrong head. The buyer's input tax credit can also be held up until the invoice is corrected, so check the buyer's GSTIN before invoicing.
Has GST state code 33 ever changed?
No. 33 has been the code for Tamil Nadu since GST began in July 2017, and the GST 2.0 rate changes did not affect state codes.