GST guides
GST, explained for real businesses
Plain-language guides on GST invoicing, returns, and compliance — written for shop owners, freelancers, and traders, not tax experts.
Basics
Core GST concepts for Indian businesses — registration, tax splits, slabs, and everyday compliance basics.
Basics5 minCGST, SGST, and IGST explained with examples
What CGST, SGST, and IGST mean, and exactly when to charge each — with simple worked examples.
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Basics6 minGST for freelancers and service providers
When freelancers must register, the rate on services, and how to invoice Indian and overseas clients.
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Basics5 minGST slabs explained (GST 2.0: 0%, 5%, 18%, 40%)
The GST 2.0 slab structure — 0%, 5%, 18%, 40% — what each covers and where the 12% and 28% slabs went.
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Invoicing
How to create GST-compliant invoices, mandatory fields, HSN/SAC codes, and e-invoice essentials.
Invoicing6 minHow to create a GST invoice (format + mandatory fields)
Everything a valid GST tax invoice must contain — fields, format, tax split, and how to raise one in under a minute.
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Invoicing5 minE-invoicing under GST: what it is and who must do it
What an e-invoice is, who must generate one, and how IRN and the QR code work.
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Returns
GSTR filings explained — GSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B, due dates, late fees, and return types for small businesses.
Returns6 minGSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B: what's the difference?
What GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B each report, how they connect, and how to prepare both from your sales data.
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Returns6 minGST returns: types and due dates
What the main GST returns are, who files them, and how monthly vs quarterly filing works.
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Compliance
Advanced compliance topics — composition scheme, reverse charge, e-way bills, ITC rules, and audit-ready records.
Compliance5 minWhat is an HSN code and how to find the right one
What HSN and SAC codes are, how many digits you need, and how to find the right one for your goods or services.
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Compliance6 minInput Tax Credit (ITC) in GST: a simple guide
What input tax credit is, how it lowers your tax with a worked example, and the conditions to claim it.
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Compliance7 minGST registration: who needs it and how to apply
Turnover thresholds, mandatory cases, documents, and the step-by-step process to register for GST.
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Compliance6 minGST composition scheme explained
Who can opt for composition, the turnover limit and fixed rates, and the key trade-offs vs regular GST.
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Compliance5 minE-way bill: what it is and when you need one
When an e-way bill is needed, the value threshold, who generates it, and how long it stays valid.
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Compliance5 minReverse charge mechanism (RCM) in GST
What reverse charge is, common cases where the buyer pays GST, and how ITC works under RCM.
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More guides
GST Invoicing and Documentation3 minKirana Store GST Billing: Mobile vs Desktop Setup Guide
Learn how counter space, transaction speed, and daily workflow realities help kirana store owners choose between mobile and desktop GST billing setups for their specific business needs.
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GST Invoicing and Documentation3 minWhat is E-Invoice in GST: Complete Guide for Indian Business
Learn how e-invoice transforms your regular invoices into government-verified documents with unique IRN codes, covering turnover thresholds, mandatory compliance scenarios, and the IRP authentication process that validates every B2B sale.
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GST Invoicing and Documentation3 minRestaurant GST Rules: Billing
Restaurant GST rates vary by AC/non-AC setup. Service charges face separate tax rates. Mobile billing handles table splits and kitchen integration better than desktop systems.
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GST Types and Calculations2 minComplete Guide to India GST: Rules
Master India GST fundamentals covering registration thresholds, tax rate structures, invoice compliance requirements, and return filing deadlines for small businesses and freelancers.
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GST Invoicing and Documentation3 minE-Invoice Mandatory Rules: Thresholds and Steps for GST Business
Businesses crossing ₹10 crores turnover face mandatory e-invoice rules from the next month with no grace period. Learn the exact threshold calculations, implementation timeline, and step-by-step IRN generation process to avoid B2B sales disruptions and GSTR-1 filing errors.
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HSN and SAC Codes2 minHSN Code Lookup Tool: Find Correct Codes for GST Billing
Learn how to find correct HSN codes quickly using the official GST portal and mobile tools. Covers digit requirements by turnover, search methods, and verification steps to avoid GSTR-1 filing errors and billing delays.
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