{"id":1507,"date":"2026-11-13T14:43:07","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T14:43:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=1507"},"modified":"2026-11-13T14:43:09","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T14:43:09","slug":"gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"GST Compliance Guide for New and Growing Businesses in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Goods and Service Tax (GST) is one of the most critical indirect tax compliances that businesses need to undertake in India. Whether it is GST registration, issuance of tax invoice, filling of returns, input tax credit reconciliation or record keeping, there are certain GST compliances which businesses have to undertake regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Starting off with a new business, having knowledge about GST compliance from the very start will definitely save the businesses from incurring unnecessary interest, penalties and compliances. While growing as a business, it becomes even more essential to have proper GST compliance mechanisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This document covers GST compliances which new and growing businesses have to adhere to in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#What_is_GST_Compliance\" >What is GST Compliance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Who_Needs_GST_Registration\" >Who Needs GST Registration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#GST_Registration_for_New_Businesses\" >GST Registration for New Businesses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Basic_GST_Registration_Process\" >Basic GST Registration Process<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Step_1_Determine_GST_Applicability\" >Step 1: Determine GST Applicability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Step_2_Collect_Documents\" >Step 2: Collect Documents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Step_3_Submit_Application\" >Step 3: Submit Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Step_4_Verification\" >Step 4: Verification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Step_5_GSTIN\" >Step 5: GSTIN<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Important_GST_Compliances\" >Important GST Compliances<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#A_GST_Return_Filing\" >A. GST Return Filing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#B_Tax_Payment\" >B. Tax Payment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#C_Input_Tax_Credit\" >C. Input Tax Credit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#D_Invoice_Compliance\" >D. Invoice Compliance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#E_Reconciliation\" >E. Reconciliation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#F_E-Invoicing\" >F. E-Invoicing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#G_E-Way_Bills\" >G. E-Way Bills<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#GST_Invoicing_Requirements\" >GST Invoicing Requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#GST_Return_Filing\" >GST Return Filing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Input_Tax_Credit_Reconciliation\" >Input Tax Credit Reconciliation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#E-Invoicing_and_E-Way_Bill_Compliance\" >E-Invoicing and E-Way Bill Compliance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#GST_Records_and_Documentation\" >GST Records and Documentation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/gst-compliance-guide-for-new-and-growing-businesses\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_GST_Compliance\"><\/span>What is GST Compliance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GST compliance refers to fulfilling the various requirements prescribed under the Goods and Services Tax laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the nature and size of the business, GST compliance may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/gst-registration.php\"><strong>GST registration<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issuing tax invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charging the correct GST rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filing GST returns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment of GST<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Claiming eligible Input Tax Credit (ITC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reconciling purchase records with GST data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-invoicing, where applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-way bill compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintaining GST records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Responding to GST notices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filing amendments and cancellation applications, where required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exact requirements depend on factors such as turnover, nature of business, type of supplies and the applicable GST provisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Needs_GST_Registration\"><\/span>Who Needs GST Registration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GST registration requirements depend on the nature of supplies, turnover and other conditions prescribed under GST law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses may need registration when they cross the applicable aggregate turnover threshold. Certain categories of persons may also require registration under specific provisions irrespective of the normal turnover threshold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses should therefore not determine their GST liability solely by looking at turnover. The nature and location of supplies and other statutory conditions should also be examined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples of businesses that may require GST registration include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Traders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manufacturers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Service providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-commerce businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consultants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contractors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online sellers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Importers and exporters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Businesses making inter-State supplies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Businesses covered under specific compulsory registration provisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GST_Registration_for_New_Businesses\"><\/span>GST Registration for New Businesses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a new business, GST registration should be evaluated at the time of starting operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The registration process is generally completed online through the GST portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_GST_Registration_Process\"><\/span>Basic GST Registration Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Determine_GST_Applicability\"><\/span>Step 1: Determine GST Applicability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First determine whether GST registration is mandatory or whether voluntary registration may be beneficial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Collect_Documents\"><\/span>Step 2: Collect Documents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common documents include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PAN of business\/proprietor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aadhaar\/identity proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photograph<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of business premises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bank account details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Constitution documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Details of authorised signatory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital Signature, where applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Submit_Application\"><\/span>Step 3: Submit Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The application is filed electronically on the GST portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Verification\"><\/span>Step 4: Verification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The GST authorities may verify the information and documents submitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_GSTIN\"><\/span>Step 5: GSTIN<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once approved, the taxpayer receives a GST Identification Number (GSTIN).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After receiving GST registration, the business should ensure that its invoices, accounting system and internal records are configured correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_GST_Compliances\"><\/span>Important GST Compliances<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once a business is registered under GST, several ongoing compliances may become applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_GST_Return_Filing\"><\/span>A. GST Return Filing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Registered taxpayers generally need to file applicable GST returns within the prescribed timelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Tax_Payment\"><\/span>B. Tax Payment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GST collected from customers must be properly reported and paid after considering eligible Input Tax Credit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Input_Tax_Credit\"><\/span>C. Input Tax Credit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses should claim only eligible ITC and maintain supporting documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Invoice_Compliance\"><\/span>D. Invoice Compliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tax invoices should contain the particulars prescribed under GST law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"E_Reconciliation\"><\/span>E. Reconciliation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sales, purchase and GST records should be reconciled regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"F_E-Invoicing\"><\/span>F. E-Invoicing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses covered by the applicable e-invoicing provisions need to generate e-invoices through the prescribed system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"G_E-Way_Bills\"><\/span>G. E-Way Bills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where applicable, e-way bills need to be generated for the movement of goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GST_Invoicing_Requirements\"><\/span>GST Invoicing Requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A proper tax invoice is an important part of GST compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending upon the nature of the transaction, an invoice generally contains details such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Invoice number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invoice date<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplier&#8217;s name and GSTIN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recipient&#8217;s name and GSTIN, where applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Description of goods\/services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HSN\/SAC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quantity, where applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taxable value<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GST rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CGST\/SGST\/IGST amount, as applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total invoice value<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses should ensure that invoices are issued within the prescribed time limits applicable to their type of supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Incorrect invoices can affect both the supplier&#8217;s reporting and the recipient&#8217;s Input Tax Credit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GST_Return_Filing\"><\/span>GST Return Filing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/gst-return-filing.php\">GST return filing<\/a> <\/strong>is one of the most important recurring compliances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending upon the taxpayer and applicable scheme, returns\/forms may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>GSTR-1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GSTR-1 contains details of outward supplies and is used for reporting sales-related information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>GSTR-3B<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GSTR-3B is a summary return through which taxpayers report taxable supplies, tax liability and eligible ITC and discharge their tax liability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>GSTR-9<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GSTR-9 is an annual return that applies to taxpayers covered under the relevant provisions and exemptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There could be other forms of GST returns and statements that need to be filed based on the business model and registration of the taxpayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The timing could be different and, hence, businesses have to prepare a GST filing calendar rather than having a single date of filing each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Input_Tax_Credit_Reconciliation\"><\/span>Input Tax Credit Reconciliation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Input Tax Credit (ITC) allows taxpayers who qualify for ITC to claim tax credits against the GST that is payable on their taxable acquisitions and thereby reduce their GST liabilities, if any, resulting from their business sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It becomes even more critical for growing businesses as the growth of the business results in an increased number of purchase invoices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It should comprise of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Books of Accounts \u2192 Purchase Register \u2192 GST Records \u2192 Supplier Reporting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses should identify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Missing invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorrect GSTIN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorrect invoice numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Differences in taxable value<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Differences in GST amount<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credit notes\/debit notes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invoices not reflected in the relevant GST data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ineligible ITC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A proper reconciliation process can help reduce the risk of incorrect ITC claims and future tax disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"E-Invoicing_and_E-Way_Bill_Compliance\"><\/span>E-Invoicing and E-Way Bill Compliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>E-Invoicing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">E-invoicing is applicable to taxpayers who exceed the specified turnover threshold and belong to the notified category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the process of e-invoicing, the relevant invoices are uploaded on the Invoice Registration Portal (IRP) that issues the Invoice Reference Number (IRN) along with the QR code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are possibilities of changing the threshold and other conditions by means of government notifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>E-Way Bill<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">E-way bill is mandatory for goods that are transported after crossing the threshold limit of value of the consignment as per the relevant laws and exceptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Businesses should ensure that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Correct GSTIN is entered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invoice details are accurate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vehicle details are updated where required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-way bill validity is monitored<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changes are updated where 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Is GST Registration compulsory for all businesses?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. GST registration depends on the applicable turnover thresholds and the nature of the supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. What is GSTIN?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GSTIN stands for Goods and Services Tax Identification Number. It is the identification number allotted to a registered taxpayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. What are the basic GST returns?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The common GST returns are GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B. There could be other returns\/statements as per the taxpayer and the provisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. 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