Expert guides on GST, TDS, compliance, payroll, and accounting — written by practising CAs, updated with every CBIC notification and GST Council decision.
Section 43B(h) disallows MSME payments made beyond 45 days, raising your tax bill. Track payables, avoid disallowances, and stay compliant in FY 2026-27.
TDS defaults cost 1–1.5% monthly interest plus 100% penalty. Learn to detect, correct, and clear TDS errors on TRACES before a demand notice hits.
Master Professional Tax compliance across India — state-wise slabs for Maharashtra, Karnataka, West Bengal & more, with filing deadlines.
GSTR-3B Table 4 ITC is hard-locked from July 2026. CAs must reconcile GSTR-2B and act on IMS before the August 20 filing deadline.
Master dual depreciation frameworks: Companies Act 2013 Schedule II versus Income Tax Act 2025 WDV rates, with journal entries and real examples.
Wrong HSN or SAC codes trigger GST demands and Section 122 penalties. Learn correct classification, mandatory digit rules, and how to respond to demand notices.
Master GST job work compliance: send inputs to job workers under Section 143 without paying tax, claim ITC, and file ITC-04 on time in 2026.
Your accounting software must have a tamper-proof audit trail under MCA Rule 3 — your auditor is legally required to report on it.
Q2 advance tax for FY 2026-27 is due September 15. Learn how to compute your instalment, avoid Section 234C interest, and pay on time.
Form 130 replaces Form 16 from April 2026 under Section 392. Learn the new structure, TRACES generation steps, and the June 2027 deadline for every employer.
Miss the September 30 AGM deadline and ROC penalties start at ₹100/day with no cap. Complete AOC-4, MGT-7 & filing checklist for FY 2025-26.
File a belated ITR for AY 2026-27 before Dec 31, 2026. Know Section 234F late fees, 234A interest, and which losses you forfeit by filing late.
EPF Scheme 2026 caps mandatory PF at ₹1,800/month from 29 June. Action guide for employers on VPF opt-ins, ECR 2.0 filing, and the 15 Aug deadline.
Received a GST Section 73 demand notice? Learn the exact penalty timelines, how to respond to DRC-01, and what to pay—and when—in 2026.
File GSTR-9 & GSTR-9C for FY 2025-26 without errors — who must file, turnover thresholds, reconciliation traps, and the December 31 deadline.
New RBI TReDS Master Directions and MSME Ministry CPSE mandate transform invoice financing — your complete action guide for 2026.
Finance Act 2026 permanently extends ITR-3 and ITR-4 due dates from July 31 to August 31. Who qualifies, what changed, and your action checklist.
Master GST Reverse Charge Mechanism under Section 9(3) and 9(4): notified services, accounting entries, ITC eligibility rules, and GSTR-3B filing.
Learn how to calculate gratuity under the Payment of Gratuity Act 1972, understand tax exemptions up to ₹20 lakh, and account for the liability correctly.
Master BRS for Indian businesses: step-by-step methodology, UPI and NACH reconciling items, real INR examples, and common mistakes to avoid in 2026.
Master the e-invoice IRN workflow for 2026 — who must comply, step-by-step IRP upload, cancellation rules, and GSTR-1 auto-population.
Master GST ITC reversal under Rules 42 and 43 with step-by-step formulas, worked examples in rupees, and the annual reconciliation method.
India's GST moved to two slabs — 5% and 18% — from September 22, 2025. Learn what changed, ITC impact, and the action checklist your business needs.
File ITR-4 by July 31: Section 44AD covers businesses up to ₹3 crore, 44ADA covers professionals up to ₹75 lakh. Skip complex books legally.
From April 2026, submit Form 121 instead of old 15G/15H to avoid TDS on FD interest, salary, and rent. Complete step-by-step guide for CAs and clients.
Learn how to compute deferred tax under AS-22 with real journal entries, worked rupee examples, and correct balance sheet presentation for Indian companies.
CBIC has set July 31, 2026 as the last date to file GSTAT backlog appeals. Know the pre-deposit rules, portal steps, and who qualifies.
India's first Q1 TDS return under Income-tax Act 2025 is due 31 July 2026. Know Section 393 payment codes, the new 2% rent rate & Form 141.
Learn how to file a GST Letter of Undertaking to export goods and services without paying IGST and protect your working capital in 2026.
The GST AATO amendment window for FY 2025-26 is open until July 31, 2026. Fix your annual aggregate turnover now to avoid year-long compliance errors.
GSTN mandates Ship-To GSTIN in all e-Way Bills and e-Invoices from 1 August 2026. Understand the API changes, system validations, and action checklist.
CBDT expanded ITR-1 to two house properties for AY 2026-27. Know all key ITR form changes and file correctly before the July 31, 2026 deadline.
Reconcile GSTR-2B with your purchase register to claim only valid ITC. Step-by-step guide with ₹examples and four mismatch fixes for 2026.
Turnover under ₹1.5 crore? GST Composition Scheme can slash your tax bill and monthly filings. Complete eligibility, rates & CMP-02 guide for 2026.
The RBI MSME Amendment Directions 2026 doubled collateral-free loans to ₹20 lakh. Know the new rules, TReDS changes, and your action plan.
AIS mismatches are triggering ITR notices in July 2026. Master the 7-step reconciliation process, fix common errors, and file safely before the deadline.
Master TDS on rent under Section 194I vs 194IB: threshold rules, the updated 2% rate, Form 26QC filing steps, and penalties to avoid.
The MCA CCFS-2026 window closes July 15, 2026 — file overdue MGT-7 and AOC-4 with a 90% late fee discount before ROC initiates strike-off proceedings.
GST on service advances is payable at receipt, not invoice date. Learn receipt vouchers, GSTR-1 Table 11 reporting, and adjustment entries for 2026.
IMS is mandatory from April 2026 with ITC hard lock. Learn to accept, reject or defer supplier invoices in the GST portal to protect your credits.
ITR-3 utility is live for AY 2026-27. Know who must file, July deadlines, AIS reconciliation steps, and key changes under the Income Tax Act 2025.
Miss MSME payment deadlines and Section 43B(h) disallows your entire expense deduction. Here's what your CA must check before ITR AY 2026-27.
India's Income Tax Act 2025 renumbered all TDS sections from April 2026. Complete guide to new Sections 392, 393, 394 and all new form numbers.
Learn how to prepare for a GST audit under Section 65 — complete checklist, common issues, and ITC reconciliation tips for CA firms.
Master UPI transaction reconciliation with settlement matching, gateway fee accounting, and GST ITC claims for Indian businesses in 2026.
Section 122 of the CGST Act prescribes penalties for GST violations — from non-filing to fraudulent ITC claims. Know the amounts and how to avoid them.
Learn to prepare a cash flow statement using the indirect method with step-by-step Indian rupee examples — the essential guide for CA firms in 2026.
HSN and SAC codes are mandatory in every GST invoice and return — learn digit requirements, Table 12 reporting, and Section 122 penalties.
The QRMP scheme lets small GST taxpayers file quarterly returns and pay tax monthly via PMT-06 — learn IFF filing, eligibility, and key due dates.
TDS under Section 194IA applies to property purchases above ₹50 lakh. Learn how to calculate, deduct and file Form 26QB correctly.
Professional tax is a state levy on salaried employees and self-employed professionals. Learn state-wise slabs, due dates, and filing steps for 2026.
Master ESI challan filing with current contribution rates, due dates, and ESIC portal steps for Indian employers and CA firms in 2026.
Everything CA firms need to know about e-Way Bill generation, validity rules, and avoiding common compliance mistakes in 2026.
Master TDS compliance under Section 194C on contractor payments — covering rates, thresholds, sub-contractor rules, and Form 26Q filing for FY 2026-27.
Discover the most common GSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B mismatches, why they occur, and a step-by-step process to resolve them before every filing.
Understand short-term and long-term capital gains tax on property and shares under Indian income tax law with 2026 updated rates and calculations.
Master GSTR-9 annual return filing for FY 2025-26 with our step-by-step guide covering key tables, ITC reconciliation, and GSTR-9C.
Plan your advance tax for FY 2026-27 — know all four installment due dates, calculate your exact liability, and avoid interest under Section 234B/234C.
A detailed GST filing checklist for growing Indian businesses, with reconciliation steps, review tables, common mistakes, and compliance controls.
A practical guide for small business owners on GST compliance in 2026.
Master GST Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) — identify applicable transactions, pay tax via cash ledger, and file GSTR-3B correctly.
Section 194J mandates TDS on fees for professional and technical services. Learn rates, thresholds, and filing steps for 2026.
Learn how to file PF ECR 2.0 returns on the EPFO unified portal — step-by-step, with contribution calculations and penalty guidance.
Master TDS on salary with step-by-step Form 24Q filing, TRACES portal tips, and error-free Form 16 issuance for FY 2025-26.
Simplify ITR filing with presumptive taxation under Section 44AD and 44ADA — the essential guide for small businesses and professionals in 2026.
Master ITC reversal under Rule 42 & 43 with step-by-step formulas, rupee examples, and year-end reconciliation tips for GST-compliant CA firms.
Master GST e-Invoice IRN generation, avoid common IRP errors, and protect your clients' ITC claims with this step-by-step compliance guide.
Master inventory valuation with FIFO, LIFO, and weighted average—AS-2 compliant methods explained with Indian rupee examples for CA firms.
See how a Pune-based CA firm managing 50+ GST clients cut monthly compliance hours by 76% and recovered ₹4.2 lakh in missed ITC using corpus.
Master WDV and SLM depreciation under Companies Act 2013 and Income Tax Act with rate tables, ₹ examples, and common errors to avoid.
Master BRS preparation with this step-by-step guide covering timing differences, outstanding cheques, and common reconciling errors for Indian businesses.
The New Wage Code 2021 mandates basic pay at 50% of CTC, raising PF contributions and gratuity liabilities for every employer in India.
Master TDS deduction under Section 194Q on purchase of goods — applicability, rates, due dates, and Form 26Q filing for FY 2025-26.
Learn how to reconcile GSTR-2B with your purchase register to maximise ITC claims, handle mismatches, and avoid GST demand notices in 2025.
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