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GST registration in India requires specific documents based on the type of business and the provisions of the CGST Act. Ensuring all required documents are ready before starting the application helps avoid delays and rejections during GST filing  and registration. TaxBuddy, a platform for tax compliance, streamlines this process by prompting users to upload the correct documents and verifying them for completeness before submission. Core requirements include PAN, Aadhaar, pas

GSTR-6 is a mandatory monthly GST return for Input Service Distributors that enables structured distribution of input tax credit across multiple branches under the same PAN. It ensures that credit received on common input services, such as audits, software, or professional fees, flows accurately to eligible units without reversal or compliance risk. Errors in GSTR-6 can block ITC for recipient units, making precision critical. With automated data capture, allocation logic, an

Multi-state businesses in India must navigate complex GST compliance, requiring separate GSTINs for each state under the same PAN. From April 2025, mandatory Input Service Distributor (ISD) registration ensures that input tax credits are accurately distributed across branches. Each GSTIN must independently file GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B , tracking state-specific sales, purchases, and ITC. Errors, mismatches, or delays invite penalties, making compliance a critical operational task.

Non-Resident Taxable Persons carrying out taxable supplies in India must comply with GST even without a fixed place of business. GSTR-5 is the mandatory monthly return that captures outward supplies, inward supplies, tax payments, and refunds for such entities. The  GST filing  process for GSTR-5 involves strict timelines, prior registration, bank verification, and accurate reporting of cross-border transactions. Any delay or mismatch can lead to penalties or blocked filings.

GSTR-4 is the annual GST return required from composition dealers, summarising quarterly CMP-08 filings into one consolidated statement of turnover and tax paid. It applies to small businesses registered under the composition scheme with limited compliance obligations but strict timelines. Missing the GSTR-4 deadline can lead to late fees, interest, and loss of scheme benefits. With recent system restrictions limiting delayed filings, accurate and timely GST filing has become

GST registration rules for freelancers and proprietorships may appear identical on paper, but practical differences emerge when business scale, banking requirements, and client expectations come into play. Both structures follow the same turnover thresholds under the CGST Act, yet the decision to register, especially voluntarily, impacts credibility, compliance burden, and growth potential. Choosing the correct path affects invoicing, input tax credit eligibility, ongoing GST

GSTR-2A and GSTR-2B  play a critical role in how businesses track and claim Input Tax Credit under GST. While both are auto-generated statements, they serve very different purposes in ITC planning and compliance. GSTR-2A reflects live supplier data and keeps changing, whereas GSTR-2B provides a fixed monthly snapshot of eligible and ineligible ITC. Understanding how these two statements work together helps businesses reduce mismatches, stay within Rule 36(4) limits, and avoid

Agencies that handle billing on behalf of clients face a unique GST challenge during GST filing. Their own service income attracts GST, while client-related billing may follow a different tax treatment depending on the contractual structure, documentation, and satisfaction of pure agent conditions. Mixing the two can trigger mismatches, blocked input tax credit, and scrutiny during return filing. Accurate segregation of an agency’s own GST liability and client-related GST is

The  QRMP scheme under GST  allows eligible taxpayers to file returns quarterly while paying taxes monthly using Form GST PMT-06, making GST filing  more flexible for small and medium businesses. This system reduces compliance pressure and improves cash flow by avoiding large quarter-end payments. PMT-06 acts as a single challan for depositing GST liability during the first two months of a quarter, with final adjustment in GSTR-3B. When handled correctly, it offers predictabi

Subscription-based businesses in India operate on recurring billing cycles, which makes GST compliance both continuous and sensitive to errors. Most subscription services, including SaaS, digital platforms, and online access services, attract 18% GST and require consistent invoice generation, accurate tax classification, and timely return filing. Any mismatch across invoices, GST returns, or input tax credit can quickly trigger notices or blocked filings. With stricter compli