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GST & ComplianceLatest

GST Composition Scheme 2026: Eligibility, Rates & Filing Guide

Turnover under ₹1.5 crore? GST Composition Scheme can slash your tax bill and monthly filings. Complete eligibility, rates & CMP-02 guide for 2026.

10 min read · 9 Jul
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Banking

RBI MSME Amendment 2026: Collateral-Free Loans Up to ₹20 Lakh Guide

The RBI MSME Amendment Directions 2026 doubled collateral-free loans to ₹20 lakh. Know the new rules, TReDS changes, and your action plan.

8 Jul 2026 · 11 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

Form 26AS vs AIS Mismatch: Complete Resolution Guide for ITR 2026

AIS mismatches are triggering ITR notices in July 2026. Master the 7-step reconciliation process, fix common errors, and file safely before the deadline.

6 Jul 2026 · 11 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

TDS on Rent India: Section 194I vs 194IB Complete Guide 2026

Master TDS on rent under Section 194I vs 194IB: threshold rules, the updated 2% rate, Form 26QC filing steps, and penalties to avoid.

5 Jul 2026 · 11 minRead →
GST & Compliance

MCA CCFS 2026: Clear Pending ROC Filings with 90% Fee Waiver

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.

4 Jul 2026 · 10 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GST on Advance Payments: Time of Supply, Vouchers & Reporting 2026

GST on service advances is payable at receipt, not invoice date. Learn receipt vouchers, GSTR-1 Table 11 reporting, and adjustment entries for 2026.

3 Jul 2026 · 12 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GST Invoice Management System: Mandatory ITC Compliance Guide 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.

2 Jul 2026 · 10 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

ITR-3 for AY 2026-27: Who Must File, Deadlines & AIS Guide

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.

1 Jul 2026 · 10 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

Section 43B(h): The 45-Day MSME Payment Rule & Tax Deductions 2026

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.

30 Jun 2026 · 10 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

Income Tax Act 2025: New TDS Sections & Forms Guide for 2026

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.

29 Jun 2026 · 10 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GST Audit Under Section 65: Preparation Checklist & Procedure 2026

Learn how to prepare for a GST audit under Section 65 — complete checklist, common issues, and ITC reconciliation tips for CA firms.

28 Jun 2026 · 6 minRead →
Banking

UPI Reconciliation for Indian Businesses: Step-by-Step Guide 2026

Master UPI transaction reconciliation with settlement matching, gateway fee accounting, and GST ITC claims for Indian businesses in 2026.

27 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GST Penalty Under Section 122: Types, Amounts & How to Avoid 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.

26 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
Accounting Basics

Cash Flow Statement: Indirect Method with Indian Examples 2026

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.

25 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
GST & Compliance

HSN & SAC Codes in GST: Mandatory Reporting Guide for 2026

HSN and SAC codes are mandatory in every GST invoice and return — learn digit requirements, Table 12 reporting, and Section 122 penalties.

24 Jun 2026 · 6 minRead →
GST & Compliance

QRMP Scheme for GST: Quarterly Returns, IFF & PMT-06 Guide 2026

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.

23 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

TDS on Property Purchase u/s 194IA: Form 26QB Filing Guide 2026

TDS under Section 194IA applies to property purchases above ₹50 lakh. Learn how to calculate, deduct and file Form 26QB correctly.

21 Jun 2026 · 6 minRead →
Payroll & HR

Professional Tax India: State-wise Slabs, Rates & Compliance 2026

Professional tax is a state levy on salaried employees and self-employed professionals. Learn state-wise slabs, due dates, and filing steps for 2026.

20 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
Payroll & HR

ESI Challan Filing: Rates, Due Dates & ESIC Portal Guide 2026

Master ESI challan filing with current contribution rates, due dates, and ESIC portal steps for Indian employers and CA firms in 2026.

19 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
GST & Compliance

e-Way Bill Compliance: Generation, Validity & Common Mistakes 2026

Everything CA firms need to know about e-Way Bill generation, validity rules, and avoiding common compliance mistakes in 2026.

18 Jun 2026 · 6 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

TDS Under Section 194C: Contractor & Sub-contractor Payments 2026

Master TDS compliance under Section 194C on contractor payments — covering rates, thresholds, sub-contractor rules, and Form 26Q filing for FY 2026-27.

17 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B Reconciliation: Fix Common Mismatches 2026

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.

16 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

Capital Gains Tax on Property & Shares: Complete Guide 2026

Understand short-term and long-term capital gains tax on property and shares under Indian income tax law with 2026 updated rates and calculations.

15 Jun 2026 · 6 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GSTR-9 Annual Return Filing: Complete Guide for FY 2025-26

Master GSTR-9 annual return filing for FY 2025-26 with our step-by-step guide covering key tables, ITC reconciliation, and GSTR-9C.

14 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

Advance Tax FY 2026-27: Due Dates, Calculation & Penalty Guide

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.

13 Jun 2026 · 5 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GST Filing Checklist for Growing Indian Businesses

A detailed GST filing checklist for growing Indian businesses, with reconciliation steps, review tables, common mistakes, and compliance controls.

3 Jun 2026 · 9 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GST Compliance Checklist for Small Businesses in 2026

A practical guide for small business owners on GST compliance in 2026.

3 Jun 2026 · 3 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GST Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM): Complete Compliance Guide 2026

Master GST Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) — identify applicable transactions, pay tax via cash ledger, and file GSTR-3B correctly.

11 May 2026 · 5 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

TDS on Professional Services Under Section 194J: Complete Guide 2026

Section 194J mandates TDS on fees for professional and technical services. Learn rates, thresholds, and filing steps for 2026.

10 May 2026 · 5 minRead →
Payroll & HR

PF ECR 2.0 Filing: Step-by-Step Guide for CA Firms in 2026

Learn how to file PF ECR 2.0 returns on the EPFO unified portal — step-by-step, with contribution calculations and penalty guidance.

9 May 2026 · 6 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

TDS on Salary: Form 16, Form 24Q & TRACES Filing Guide 2026

Master TDS on salary with step-by-step Form 24Q filing, TRACES portal tips, and error-free Form 16 issuance for FY 2025-26.

8 May 2026 · 6 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

Presumptive Taxation Under Section 44AD & 44ADA: Complete Guide 2026

Simplify ITR filing with presumptive taxation under Section 44AD and 44ADA — the essential guide for small businesses and professionals in 2026.

4 May 2026 · 5 minRead →
GST & Compliance

ITC Reversal Under Rule 42 & 43: A Complete Guide for CA Firms 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.

3 May 2026 · 5 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GST e-Invoice IRN Generation: Complete Compliance Guide 2026

Master GST e-Invoice IRN generation, avoid common IRP errors, and protect your clients' ITC claims with this step-by-step compliance guide.

1 May 2026 · 5 minRead →
Inventory & ERP

FIFO, LIFO & Weighted Average: Inventory Valuation Methods in 2025

Master inventory valuation with FIFO, LIFO, and weighted average—AS-2 compliant methods explained with Indian rupee examples for CA firms.

28 Apr 2026 · 5 minRead →
Case Studies

Managing 50+ GST Clients: CA Firm Cloud Accounting Case Study 2026

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.

26 Apr 2026 · 6 minRead →
Accounting Basics

WDV vs SLM Depreciation: Complete Guide for CA Firms in India 2025

Master WDV and SLM depreciation under Companies Act 2013 and Income Tax Act with rate tables, ₹ examples, and common errors to avoid.

25 Apr 2026 · 5 minRead →
Banking

Bank Reconciliation Statement (BRS): A Practical Guide 2026

Master BRS preparation with this step-by-step guide covering timing differences, outstanding cheques, and common reconciling errors for Indian businesses.

24 Apr 2026 · 5 minRead →
Payroll & HR

New Wage Code 2021: CTC, PF and Take-Home Pay Impact in 2025

The New Wage Code 2021 mandates basic pay at 50% of CTC, raising PF contributions and gratuity liabilities for every employer in India.

22 Apr 2026 · 5 minRead →
TDS & Income Tax

TDS Under Section 194Q: Complete Compliance Guide for 2025

Master TDS deduction under Section 194Q on purchase of goods — applicability, rates, due dates, and Form 26Q filing for FY 2025-26.

21 Apr 2026 · 6 minRead →
GST & Compliance

GSTR-2B Reconciliation: Step-by-Step Guide for CA Firms in 2025

Learn how to reconcile GSTR-2B with your purchase register to maximise ITC claims, handle mismatches, and avoid GST demand notices in 2025.

21 Apr 2026 · 5 minRead →
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