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GST Tracking Made Easy for Small Businesses

Simplify GST compliance with digital tools. Track GST on transactions and generate reports effortlessly.

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Vikram Singh
GST compliance expert helping small businesses navigate indirect taxation
1 February 20258 min read

GST compliance is mandatory for Indian businesses with turnover above ₹40 lakhs (₹20 lakhs for services). While the concept is straightforward, implementation can be complex. Digital tools like Lekhhaa make GST tracking simple and automated.

Understanding GST Components - Every transaction has three GST components: CGST (Central GST), SGST (State GST), and IGST (Inter-state GST). You need to track input tax credit (ITC) on purchases and output tax on sales.

Setting Up GST Tracking - Register your business for GST if eligible. Connect your Lekhhaa account with GST portal credentials. The system will automatically categorize transactions and calculate tax liabilities.

Tracking Input Tax Credit - For every purchase, ensure you have proper GST invoices. Lekhhaa automatically captures GST amounts and adds them to your ITC ledger. This reduces your final tax payment.

Managing Output GST - When you sell goods or services, calculate and collect GST from customers. Include GST in your invoices and record collections properly. Lekhhaa generates compliant invoices automatically.

Filing GST Returns - File GSTR-1 (outward supplies) monthly/quarterly, GSTR-3B (summary return) monthly, and GSTR-9 (annual return) yearly. Lekhhaa generates filing-ready reports that can be directly uploaded to the GST portal.

GST Rate Management - Different goods and services have different GST rates (0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, 28%). Maintain proper HSN/SAC codes for accurate tax calculation. Lekhhaa comes pre-loaded with the latest GST rate database.

Reconciliation and Compliance - Regularly reconcile your books with GST portal data. Address discrepancies immediately to avoid penalties. Lekhhaa provides reconciliation reports and alerts for compliance deadlines.

Handling Amendments - If you need to correct past invoices, Lekhhaa maintains amendment trails and generates credit/debit notes automatically.

GST compliance doesn't have to be overwhelming. With the right digital tools and consistent tracking, small businesses can stay compliant while focusing on growth.

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