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12,223 articlesTDS under Section 194J on Professional and technical fees: rate, threshold & compliance
Section 194J covers TDS on fees for professional services, technical services, royalty and certain other payments. Learn the TDS rate, threshold, who must deduct, deposit and return-filing timelines under Section 194J.
Double-Entry Bookkeeping explained with examples
Double-entry bookkeeping records every transaction in two accounts — a debit and a credit. Learn the golden rules, the accounting equation, and why it keeps books balanced.
Tax & Compliance Guide for Restaurants in India
Opening a restaurant means FSSAI, GST, Shops & Establishment and more. Here is the complete registration and compliance checklist for restaurants.
Section 24(b) — home loan interest deduction: limits, eligibility and how to claim
Section 24(b) allows a deduction for interest paid on a housing loan. For a self-occupied property the cap is ₹2,00,000 a year; for a let-out property the entire interest can be set off (subject to the ₹2 lakh house-property loss set-off cap). Here is the deduction limit, who qualifies, the proof to keep and how to claim Section 24(b) in your income tax return.
How to File Income Tax Return (ITR) online: step-by-step guide
A complete guide to filing your income tax return online — choosing the ITR form and regime, gathering Form 16/26AS/AIS, e-filing and e-verification.
Tax & Compliance Guide for E-commerce Sellers
Selling on Amazon, Flipkart or your own store triggers mandatory GST, TCS and specific compliance. Here is what online sellers must do.
Company Annual Compliance: AOC-4, MGT-7 and ADT-1
Every private limited company must complete annual ROC filings — AOC-4 (financials), MGT-7 (annual return) and more. Learn the forms, due dates and penalties.
GST Registration in India: complete guide to thresholds, documents & process
A complete guide to GST registration in India — turnover thresholds, mandatory categories, documents, the online REG-01 process, and what your GSTIN means.
Profit & Loss Account: how to read it
The profit & loss account shows a business's income and expenses over a period, ending in net profit or loss. Learn its structure and key lines.
New vs Old Tax Regime: which should you choose?
The new tax regime offers lower slab rates but fewer deductions; the old regime rewards those who invest and claim deductions. Compare both and decide which saves you more.
Tax & Compliance Guide for Freelancers in India
Freelancers and consultants must handle their own income tax, GST and (optionally) presumptive taxation. Here is a simple compliance guide.
Balance Sheet: assets, liabilities and equity
A balance sheet is a snapshot of what a business owns and owes at a point in time. Learn the three components and why it always balances.
Presumptive Taxation under 44AD, 44ADA and 44AE
Presumptive taxation lets small businesses and professionals declare income at a fixed percentage without maintaining detailed books. Learn the rates, eligibility and limits.
Salary Components Explained: CTC, gross and in-hand
A salary is made of basic, allowances, and deductions. Learn how CTC, gross salary and in-hand salary differ, and what each component means.
Current Account vs Savings Account: which does your business need?
A savings account is for individuals and earns interest; a current account is built for high-volume business transactions. Compare the two and know which to open.
What is a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)? A complete guide
A Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is the electronic equivalent of a handwritten signature, used to sign documents and file forms on government portals. Here is how it works, the classes, validity and how to get one.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS vs UPI: which to use when
India has four main electronic transfer systems. Compare NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI on speed, limits and use cases so you pick the right one.
FSSAI Registration and Licence: Basic, State and Central
Every food business needs an FSSAI registration or licence. Learn the difference between Basic registration, State and Central licences, and how to apply on FoSCoS.
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