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Tax & business guides
Expert-written, plain-English guides covering GST, income tax, company compliance and business setup for Indian businesses.
- Income Tax6 min read
Income Tax Business Code for Lawyers & Advocates in ITR
Which nature-of-business code should lawyers, advocates and legal professionals use in ITR? Full list of 5-digit ITR business codes for the legal profession with examples.
Updated 3 Sept 2026
- Income Tax5 min read
Income Tax Business Code 06002 — What It Means & Which Businesses Use It
Business code 06002 in ITR — find out which businesses and professions use this 5-digit income tax nature-of-business code, and how to enter it correctly in your ITR.
Updated 3 Sept 2026
- Income Tax5 min read
Income Tax Business Code 09028 — Meaning, Businesses & ITR Filing
Business code 09028 in ITR — understand which businesses use this 5-digit nature-of-business code, how to enter it in your ITR, and where to find the official code list.
Updated 3 Sept 2026
- Compliance13 min read
Annual Compliance Checklist for Companies
Annual compliance for Pvt Ltd companies in India: AOC-4, MGT-7, board meetings, statutory registers and AGM timelines.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Compliance11 min read
Audit Requirements and Process Guide
Statutory audit requirements for companies in India: who must audit, sections 139-147 of Companies Act, 2013, and due dates.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Business14 min read
Sole Proprietorship vs Partnership vs LLP vs Pvt Ltd vs OPC
Compare Pvt Ltd, LLP, OPC, Partnership and Proprietorship in India: liability, tax, compliance, cost, and funding fit.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Income Tax16 min read
Capital Gains Tax: Complete Understanding
Capital gains tax in India: short-term vs long-term, section 54 reinvestment exemption, STCG/LTCG rates and ITR reporting.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Business16 min read
Company Registration in India: Step-by-Step
Pvt Ltd company registration in India via SPICe+ on MCA21: DSC, DIN, name approval, MOA/AOA, incorporation certificate and PAN/TAN.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Intellectual Property12 min read
Copyright Protection for Digital Content
Copyright registration in India under the Copyright Act, 1957: literary, artistic, musical works and the application process.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Employment15 min read
Employee Benefits and Statutory Obligations
Statutory and optional employee benefits in India: PF, ESI, gratuity, bonus, leave encashment, and how to structure payroll.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Employment13 min read
Employment Contracts: Best Practices
Employment contract drafting in India: offer letter, appointment letter, NDA, non-compete, and termination clauses.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Compliance15 min read
Financial Statement Preparation and Filing
Financial statements for Indian companies: balance sheet, P&L, cash flow, schedules, and disclosure requirements under Schedule III.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- GST10 min read
GST Compliance Checklist for Businesses
GST compliance in India: monthly GSTR-1/3B, annual GSTR-9, ITC reconciliation, E-way bill and input tax credit rules.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- GST11 min read
GST Composition Scheme: A Beginner's Guide
GST composition scheme for small taxpayers in India: eligibility, tax rates, quarterly return (CMP-08), and restrictions.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- GST12 min read
Complete Guide to GST Registration in India
Step-by-step GST registration in India: eligibility under section 22, REG-01 form, documents required and approval timelines.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- GST15 min read
How to File GST Returns: Complete Process
GST returns filing in India: GSTR-1 by 11th, GSTR-3B by 20th, annual GSTR-9, reconciliation statement and late fee rules.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Financial Planning16 min read
Investment Planning for Long-term Wealth
Investment planning in India: 80C, 80D, ELSS, PPF, NPS, FDs and how to align them with your tax bracket and goals.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- GST14 min read
Understanding Input Tax Credit (ITC)
Input Tax Credit (ITC) under GST in India: section 16 conditions, blocked credits under section 17(5), matching and reconciliation.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Income Tax13 min read
Income Tax Return Filing Guide for Salaried Employees
ITR filing for salaried employees in India: ITR-1 vs ITR-2, Form 16, salary break-up, deductions and verification steps.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Business12 min read
LLC and LLP Registration Guide
LLP registration in India via FiLLiP on MCA21: minimum 2 partners, 2 designated partners, no minimum capital and LLPIN timeline.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Intellectual Property16 min read
Patent Registration and Protection Guide
Patent registration in India under the Patents Act, 1970: provisional vs complete specification, examination and grant timeline.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Financial Planning17 min read
Retirement Planning: A Comprehensive Guide
Retirement planning in India: NPS, EPF, PPF, mutual funds, SWP strategies and how to build a tax-efficient retirement corpus.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Income Tax14 min read
Self-Employment Income: Tax Planning Guide
Tax planning for freelancers and self-employed in India: presumptive taxation (44ADA), ITR-3/4, advance tax and GST registration.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Business20 min read
Starting a Business in India: Complete Guide
How to start a business in India: choose a structure, register on MCA21, obtain PAN/TAN/GSTIN, and open a current bank account.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Income Tax15 min read
Tax Deductions Under Section 80C and Beyond
Tax deductions for individuals in India: 80C, 80CCD(1B), 80D, 80E, 80G, 80TTA and how to maximise your regime-specific savings.
Updated 2 Jul 2026
- Intellectual Property14 min read
Trademark Registration: Complete Guide
Trademark registration in India via IP India: Vienna classification, Form TM-A, examination, opposition and registration timeline.
Updated 2 Jul 2026