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- Income TaxIntermediate12 min read
Section 44AD Complete Guide — Presumptive Taxation for Businesses in India
Complete guide to Section 44AD of the Income Tax Act: turnover limit, applicability, 8% deemed income, advance tax rules, ITR-4, common mistakes, and 44AD vs 44ADA — for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26).
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 10 Sept 2026
- GSTIntermediate14 min read
GST Return Filing Handbook 2026: Complete Compliance Calendar, ITC Reconciliation, and Penalty Schedule
Complete guide to GST return filing in 2026 — filing calendar for GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, and GSTR-9C, ITC reconciliation workflow, reverse charge treatment, late fee and interest schedule under Sections 47 and 50, e-invoicing thresholds, e-way bill rules, and the common errors that trigger notices.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 8 Sept 2026
- Income TaxBeginner6 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 3 Sept 2026
- Income TaxBeginner5 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 3 Sept 2026
- Income TaxBeginner5 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 3 Sept 2026
- ComplianceIntermediate13 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- ComplianceIntermediate11 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- BusinessIntermediate14 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Income TaxAdvanced16 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- BusinessAdvanced16 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Intellectual PropertyIntermediate12 min read
Copyright Protection for Digital Content
Copyright registration in India under the Copyright Act, 1957: literary, artistic, musical works and the application process.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- EmploymentAdvanced15 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- EmploymentIntermediate13 min read
Employment Contracts: Best Practices
Employment contract drafting in India: offer letter, appointment letter, NDA, non-compete, and termination clauses.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- ComplianceAdvanced15 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- GSTIntermediate10 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- GSTIntermediate11 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- GSTIntermediate12 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- GSTAdvanced15 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Financial PlanningAdvanced16 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- GSTIntermediate14 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Income TaxIntermediate13 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- BusinessIntermediate12 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Intellectual PropertyAdvanced16 min read
Patent Registration and Protection Guide
Patent registration in India under the Patents Act, 1970: provisional vs complete specification, examination and grant timeline.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Financial PlanningAdvanced17 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Income TaxIntermediate14 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- BusinessAdvanced20 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Income TaxAdvanced15 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.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
- Intellectual PropertyIntermediate14 min read
Trademark Registration: Complete Guide
Trademark registration in India via IP India: Vienna classification, Form TM-A, examination, opposition and registration timeline.
FinTax24 Compliance DeskUpdated 2 Jul 2026
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