Advisor’s notes
Plain-language guides written at this desk — so you understand the ‘why’ before paying for the ‘how’.
ASMT-10, DRC-01A, DRC-01 or REG-03? How to read a GST notice, check its validity, reconcile and reply on time …
READ THE NOTE →GSTGSTR-9 and GSTR-9C for FY 2025-26: checklist before 31 December 2026Who must file GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C for FY 2025-26, the 31 December 2026 due date, late fees, and a practical rec…
READ THE NOTE →FUNDINGPMEGP: subsidy rates, eligibility and how to applyPMEGP gives 15–35% margin money subsidy on bank loans for new units. Who qualifies, project limits, own contri…
READ THE NOTE →BUSINESS & MSMESection 43B(h): how MSME suppliers get paid within 45 daysUnder Section 43B(h), buyers lose the tax deduction if they pay micro and small suppliers late. Who is covered…
READ THE NOTE →NGO & TRUSTS12A & 80G registration explained: how NGOs stop paying tax and start attracting donors12A frees your NGO's income from tax; 80G gives your donors a deduction. Here's the process, documents, validi…
READ THE NOTE →BUSINESS & MSMEMSME / Udyam registration: 7 benefits most businesses never claimIt's free from the government, takes a day, and unlocks collateral-free credit, payment protection and tender …
READ THE NOTE →INCOME TAXOld vs New Tax Regime (FY 2025-26): which one actually saves you money?The new regime's FY 2025-26 slabs made income up to ₹12 lakh effectively tax-free. But the old regime st…
READ THE NOTE →IP & BRANDTrademark vs copyright vs patent: which protection does your business actually need?Three different rights protecting three different things. Confuse them and you'll spend money protecting the w…
READ THE NOTE →INCOME TAXWhich ITR form should you file? ITR-1 to ITR-7, matched to your incomeSalary, capital gains, business, presumptive, firm or trust — pick the right form the first time and avoid a d…
READ THE NOTE →GSTWhy GST registration is mandatory — thresholds, rules and the cost of skipping itWhen the law forces you to take a GSTIN, what you gain by registering early, and the penalties waiting for tho…
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