Full List of Home Appliances Cheaper After New GST Rate Cut – TV, AC, Washing Machine & More
A variety of home electronics are now more reasonably priced thanks to the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates that went into effect on September 22. With the reduction of the former four-tier structure of 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28% to only two rates, 5% and 18%, this is the largest change since the introduction of the GST in 2017. With the implementation of the GST 2.0 changes on the first day of Navratri, consumers across are feeling happier.
Televisions: Households may now afford larger screens thanks to the reduction of the GST from 28% to 18% on televisions larger than 32 inches. In order to pass on the GST benefits to customers directly, television manufacturers are reducing their prices.
Vijay Sales offers the following television prices:
Panasonic 80cm (32 Inch) 2K HDR LED Smart TV is available at Rs 18,990, down from MRP OF Rs 28,990, a 34% discount.
LG 80cm (32 Inch) HD WebOS24 Smart LED TV is priced at Rs 18,990, reduced from Rs 28,490, offering a 33% discount.
Sony 80cm (32 Inch) HD Ready LED Google TV costs Rs 25,800, down from MRP of Rs 34,900, a 26% discount.
Xiaomi A Pro QLED Series 80cm (32 Inch) HD Google TV is available for Rs 13,499, reduced from Rs 26,999, giving a 50% discount.
Air Conditioner
The high GST on air conditioners has long been a source of complaints from consumers, but the burden has been lessened by the updated tax rates. Businesses are transferring the savings to customers directly after the GST on ACs was lowered from 28% to 18%. Prices for air conditioners at Vijay Sales now start at Rs 22,900, which includes all taxes. Some well-liked models and deals are:
Lloyd 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC is available at Rs 29,990, down from Rs 54,990, a 45% discount.
Daikin Premium Series 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC is priced at Rs 32,490, down from Rs 53,830, offering a 40% discount.
LG 1 Ton 3 Star AI Dual Inverter Split AC costs Rs 29,990, reduced from its MRP of Rs 62,590, a 52% discount.
Voltas 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC is priced at Rs 29,490, down from MRP Rs 59,790, offering a 51% discount.
Refrigerators
Refrigerators will now be subject to 18% GST instead of the previous 28% levy.
Toshiba 608 Litres 1 Star Double Door Frost Free Origin Inverter Refrigerator is priced at Rs 59,990, down from MRP of Rs 1,04,990, a 43% discount.
Bluestar 47 Litres 2 Star Minibar Refrigerator costs Rs 8,590, reduced from Rs 11,990, offering a 28% discount at Vijay Sales.
Voltas Beko 175 Litres 2 Star Single Door Direct Cool Refrigerator is available for Rs 12,990, down from Rs 25,990, a 50% discount.
Samsung 189 Litres 5 Star Horizontal Curve Design Single Door Refrigerator is priced at Rs 17,490, down from MRP of Rs 23,999, which is a 27% discount.
Washing Machines
Previously subject to a 28% tax, washing machines will now only be subject to an 18% GST, which would significantly lower their cost for middle-class consumers.
Voltas Beko 6.5 KG 5 Star Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine is available for Rs 13,490, down from Rs 24,490, a 45% discount, according to Vijay Sales.
LG 7 KG 5 Star Fully Automatic Front Load Washing Machine with Inverter Direct Drive costs Rs 28,990, reduced from MRP of Rs 44,490, offering a 35% discount.
Samsung 7 KG 5 Star Digital Inverter Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine is priced at Rs 16,990, down from Rs 22,500, a 24% discount.
Whirlpool 7 KG 5 Star Semi-Automatic Top Load Washing Machine is available for Rs 9,400, reduced from MRP of Rs 14,200, giving a 34% discount.
Dishwashers
Urban households now find dishwashers more enticing as a result of the GST reduction, which has modernized household tasks and decreased physical labor.
BOSCH Series 6 14 Place Settings Free Standing Dishwasher is available for Rs 49,490 at Croma, down from MRP of Rs 65,190, a 24% discount.
LG 14 Place Settings Free Standing Dishwasher costs Rs 48,190, reduced from MRP of Rs 64,999, which is a 26% discount.
Electrolux UltimateCare 700 14 Place Settings Free Standing Dishwasher with 8 Wash Programs is priced at Rs 57,990, down from Rs 89,990, a 36% discount.
Crompton Voila 14 Place Settings Free Standing Dishwasher with Steam Wash (Dark Silver) is available for Rs 39,990, down from Rs 53,490, giving a 25% discount.
Many customers have benefited from the GST revamp as it has reduced the price of necessary home electronics. As manufacturers pass on the tax savings, consumers may now take advantage of discounts on anything from refrigerators, washing machines, and contemporary dishwashers to larger televisions and energy-efficient air conditioners over this holiday season.
FAQ: New GST Rates and Home Appliance Prices
Q1. What are the new GST rates for home appliances?
The new GST 2.0 structure has simplified tax slabs to just 5% and 18%, replacing the earlier four-tier system (5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%). This major reform came into effect on September 22, 2025.
Q2. Which home appliances have become cheaper under the new GST rates?
Products like televisions (above 32 inches), air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, and dishwashers are now taxed at 18% instead of 28%, making them more affordable for consumers.
Q3. How have television prices changed after the GST revision?
Televisions larger than 32 inches saw GST drop from 28% to 18%, leading to big discounts. For example:
Sony 32-inch Google TV: Now ₹25,800 (MRP ₹34,900)
Xiaomi QLED 32-inch: Now ₹13,499 (MRP ₹26,999)
Q4. What about air conditioners?
Air conditioners are now under the 18% GST bracket instead of 28%. Prices at Vijay Sales start from ₹22,900, with heavy discounts like:
LG 1 Ton AI Dual Inverter AC: ₹29,990 (MRP ₹62,590, 52% off)
Voltas 1.5 Ton Inverter AC: ₹29,490 (MRP ₹59,790, 51% off)
Q5. How did the GST change affect refrigerators?
Refrigerators now attract 18% GST. Discounts include:
Toshiba 608L Double Door Refrigerator: ₹59,990 (MRP ₹1,04,990, 43% off)
Voltas Beko 175L Single Door Refrigerator: ₹12,990 (MRP ₹25,990, 50% off)
Q6. What’s the new GST rate for washing machines?
Washing machines are now taxed at 18% (earlier 28%). Examples of revised prices:
LG 7 KG Front Load Washing Machine: ₹28,990 (MRP ₹44,490, 35% off)
Whirlpool 7 KG Semi-Automatic: ₹9,400 (MRP ₹14,200, 34% off)
Q7. Are dishwashers also cheaper now?
Yes, dishwashers also benefit from the 18% GST rate. Discounts include:
Bosch Series 6 Dishwasher: ₹49,490 (MRP ₹65,190, 24% off)
Electrolux UltimateCare 700 Dishwasher: ₹57,990 (MRP ₹89,990, 36% off)
Q8. Why is this GST change significant?
This is the biggest GST reform since 2017, launched on the first day of Navratri 2025, reducing tax burdens and making essential electronics more affordable for middle-class households.
Q9. Are these discounts permanent?
While the GST cut is permanent, retailers are offering festive season deals to pass on tax savings, so actual prices may vary after the holiday sales.
Q10. How will consumers benefit in the long run?
With lower GST rates, consumers can expect sustained affordability, better access to energy-efficient appliances, and more savings during festive shopping seasons.
Q11. When did the new GST rates come into effect?
The new GST rates became effective on September 22, 2025, coinciding with the start of Navratri, giving consumers festive savings on electronics and appliances.
Q12. What was the previous GST rate structure?
Earlier, GST had four tiers – 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. Many home appliances like ACs, refrigerators, washing machines, and TVs (above 32 inches) were taxed at the highest slab of 28%, making them expensive.
Q13. What is the new GST structure under GST 2.0?
Now, GST has been simplified to only two slabs: 5% and 18%. This rationalization has reduced tax rates on big-ticket household electronics, encouraging affordability.
Q14. Will small appliances also get cheaper?
Yes. Items that previously attracted 12% or 18% GST (like microwaves, mixer grinders, water purifiers) are now under the 18% slab, ensuring price uniformity and often slight reductions.
Q15. How much savings can a household expect under the new GST rates?
Depending on the product category, customers can save anywhere between 10%–20% on taxes, in addition to festive discounts, leading to overall price drops of 20%–50% during sales.
Q16. Which retailers are offering discounts after GST rate cuts?
Major retailers like Vijay Sales, Croma, Reliance Digital, and online giants like Amazon & Flipkart are already reflecting new GST-adjusted prices in their festive season sales.
Q17. How does this impact manufacturers?
Manufacturers are now passing GST savings directly to consumers, which could boost sales volumes. This benefits companies like LG, Samsung, Voltas, Whirlpool, Bosch, Panasonic, and Xiaomi.
Q18. Are energy-efficient appliances cheaper too?
Yes, appliances like 5-star rated refrigerators, inverter ACs, and fully automatic washing machines have become more accessible, encouraging households to shift toward eco-friendly, power-saving models.
Q19. Will rural and small-town consumers also benefit?
Definitely. With lower taxes and festive discounts, even tier-2 and tier-3 cities will see greater affordability of appliances, bridging the urban-rural lifestyle gap.
Q20. Could GST rates go down further in the future?
Currently, 5% and 18% are the only slabs, and further cuts seem unlikely soon. However, the government may continue to tweak GST policies during future budgets depending on consumer demand and economic goals.
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