Banks lend gold in physical form for a period not exceeding 6 months. Banks receive interest on the gold ounces disbursed and the same is converted into Rupees after calculation of interest on the ounces and the USD/INR conversion. Will the same methodology continue in case of GST as well wherein Banks shall pay a provisional GST (i.e. IGST/SGST/CGST) on ongoing market prices and pay the final GST as and when the prices are fixed

Yes, Banks may avail of the benefit of provisional assessment provided under section 60 of the CGST Act, 2017.

( FAQ 5: GEMS AND JEWELLERY)