Confusion Cleared—No Extra Tax on Your UPI Payments
Lately, there’s been a lot of buzz—maybe even panic—about whether GST will be charged on UPI payments over ₹2,000. With digital payments being a part of our everyday life, it’s no surprise people were worried.
But here’s the truth: You will not be charged any GST on UPI payments, no matter the amount. Not on ₹200. Not on ₹2,001. Nothing.
Why People Got Worried
For many of us, UPI has become the simplest way to pay. Whether we’re sending money to a friend, paying the sabziwala, or shopping online—UPI is the go-to. So when rumors of “extra charges” started floating around, it made people anxious. Will digital payments become expensive? Is this the end of hassle-free transactions?
The claims that the Government is considering levying Goods and Services Tax (GST) on UPI transactions over Rs 2,000 are completely false, misleading, and without any basis. Currently, there is no such proposal before the Government: Ministry of Finance pic.twitter.com/dRaHRNOy5m
— ANI (@ANI) April 18, 2025
Luckily, the air has now been cleared. You can breathe easy.
Digital India Still Means Free UPI
This news is more than just a financial update—it’s a relief. It means India’s digital payment system continues to stay user-friendly and cost-free. It also means the government isn’t putting extra burden on ordinary people who are simply trying to go cashless and convenient.
What Should You Do?
Just keep using UPI like you always have. No hidden fees. No extra tax. And if someone says otherwise—know that it’s just a rumor.
Stay informed. Stay confident. And keep tapping to pay, worry-free.
