Effortless GST Compliance Services in Mumbai – CA Vijay Singh
Effortless GST Compliance: From Registration to Return Filing
GST Made Simple. We Handle Your Invoicing, Filing, and Compliance, So You Can Focus on Your Clients.
For freelancers and independent professionals, GST can feel like a full-time job on its own. From figuring out when to register to creating compliant invoices and filing monthly or quarterly returns, the rules are complex and the penalties are harsh. We take the entire GST burden off your plate so you can focus on growing your business not paperwork.
What We Deliver:
- GST Registration Guidance & Execution: We assess if you need to register for GST (based on the ₹20 lakh turnover threshold or if you serve foreign clients) and manage the entire online registration process for you.
- GST-Compliant Invoicing: We provide you with a simple template to ensure every invoice you issue is fully GST-compliant, containing all mandatory details like your GSTIN, SAC codes, and the correct tax breakdown.
- Monthly/Quarterly Return Filing: We handle the timely filing of all your GST returns (GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B), ensuring you avoid late fees and penalties, even if you have no transactions in a period.
- Input Tax Credit (ITC) Optimisation: We ensure you claim every bit of Input Tax Credit you are entitled to on your business expenses such as laptops, software, and internet bills. This directly reduces your cash outflow on GST, improving your profitability.
As a freelance developer, my income crossed the GST threshold, and I was lost. I didn't know how to register or what an HSN code was. The team handled my entire GST registration online, gave me a compliant invoice template, and now files my returns every quarter. It's a huge weight off my shoulders, and I can claim ITC on my software subscriptions, which I never knew was possible.
I was struggling to decide between the regular tax method and the presumptive scheme. The team did a simple analysis and showed me that with my low expenses, Section 44ADA was a no-brainer. I now pay tax on just 50% of my income, and I don't have to keep a shoebox full of receipts. The time I've saved is invaluable.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Registration is mandatory only if your turnover exceeds ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh in some states) or if you provide services to foreign clients. We assess your situation to confirm if GST applies to you.
The GST portal automatically levies late fees and interest, even for nil returns. Delayed filings can also block your ability to issue compliant invoices.
ITC allows you to reduce the GST you pay on sales by claiming credit for GST paid on your business purchases. It’s one of the biggest tax-saving opportunities under GST.
Yes. Exports of services are zero-rated under GST, but registration is still required if you exceed the threshold or want to claim input tax credit refunds.
GST Compliance for Freelancers & Solopreneurs
GST registration, monthly returns, and annual compliance for freelancers, consultants, and solopreneurs – structured for the small-operation reality, not for enterprise compliance.
By CA Vijay R Singh, FCA
ICAI Membership No. 153926 | FRN 136869W | Practising since 2013
Quick Summary
Most freelancers approach GST with one of two wrong defaults – skip it entirely (and lose B2B clients who want GST invoices) or sign up for an enterprise compliance retainer they do not need. This service is GST work right-sized for solopreneurs – registration, monthly returns, annual reconciliation, audit support if triggered.
Strategic Fit: Is this right for you?
B2B Freelancer
Where clients want GST invoices to claim ITC.
E-commerce Seller
Where platforms mandate GST registration.
Inter-State Supply
Where IGST registration is triggered.
Voluntary Registration
Where input tax credit on business expenses is worth claiming.
Above Threshold
Rs 20 lakh services / Rs 40 lakh goods triggered.
Composition Scheme
Sub-Rs 50 lakh service providers eligible for 6% composition.
Final Deliverables Checklist
Everything you receive at the end of the engagement.
- GST registration application + GSTIN allotment
- Monthly GSTR-1 (outward supplies) by 11th
- Monthly GSTR-3B (summary + tax payment) by 20th
- Quarterly GSTR-4 (if composition scheme)
- Annual GSTR-9 (annual return)
- GSTR-9C reconciliation (if turnover > Rs 5 cr)
- ITC reconciliation + 2A/2B matching
- Notice handling (Form DRC-01A scrutiny)
UNDERSTANDING THE THREE GST ROUTES FOR FREELANCERS
Below Threshold + B2C
Voluntary registration optional. If clients are individuals not claiming ITC, skip. Avoid monthly compliance load.
Above Threshold OR B2B
Mandatory registration. Monthly GSTR-1 + GSTR-3B. Issue tax invoices. Claim ITC on business expenses.
Composition Scheme (Sec 10)
Service providers under Rs 50 lakh – 6% flat tax (CGST+SGST). Quarterly GSTR-4. No ITC. Cannot supply inter-state.
The Engagement Lifecycle
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Transparent Pricing Structure
Statutory & Third-Party Costs – pass-through, NOT our fees
These are paid directly to government departments, certifying authorities, and banks. They are not VRS professional fees.
- GST registration: nil government fee
- Monthly GSTR-1/ GSTR-3B filing: nil government fee
- Annual GSTR-9/GSTR-9C filing: nil government fee
- Late filing fee: Rs 50/day per return (Rs 20 for nil returns)
- Interest on late tax payment: 18% per annum
Engagement & Fees
We manage your GST cycle end-to-end — registration, GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B filing, input-tax-credit reconciliation, and notice support — scoped to your turnover and transaction profile during an initial scoping call.
Fees are confirmed per engagement after the scoping call, based on the scope and complexity involved. You receive a clear, written quote before any work begins — no hidden charges.
Quoted per Engagement
The final quote depends on the scope, volume, and statutory complexity of your specific engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
I am a freelancer below Rs 20 lakh. Should I register for GST?
Two reasons to register: (a) B2B clients want GST invoices to claim ITC, (b) e-commerce platform mandates registration. Two reasons not to: (a) below threshold and B2C, (b) monthly compliance not worth it for small operation.
What is the composition scheme?
Sec 10 – service providers under Rs 50 lakh can opt for 6% flat tax ($3\% CGST + 3\% SGST$). Quarterly GSTR-4. No ITC claim. Cannot supply inter-state.
I forgot to file GSTR-3B last month. What is the penalty?
Late filing fee Rs 50/day (Rs 20 for nil return) + 18% per annum interest on tax dues. Late filing also blocks subsequent GSTR-1 filing.
I issued an invoice with wrong GST rate. Can I fix it?
Yes – issue a credit note for original invoice + fresh invoice with correct rate. Report in GSTR-1 of issue month.
I am exporting services to a foreign client. GST applies?
Export of services is zero-rated under Sec 16 IGST. Two options: (a) supply under LUT without paying IGST, (b) supply with IGST and claim refund.
Do I need GSTR-9C?
Reconciliation statement GSTR-9C is mandatory if aggregate turnover > Rs 5 crore. Self-certified (no CA audit required post FY 2020-21).