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Income Tax Return Filing in India: Complete Guide 2026

by Gaurav Kumar

You must file an income tax return if your income exceeds the basic exemption limit or you meet other conditions such as high deposits, foreign travel or electricity spend. Individuals without audit typically file by 31 July, audited cases by 31 October. The new tax regime is the default, and a late return attracts a fee of up to Rs 5,000.

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Tax, GST & TDS

Section 8 Company Registration: Complete Guide for NGOs

by Gaurav Kumar

A Section 8 company is a non-profit company under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, formed to promote objects such as education, charity, social welfare, science, art, sports or environment. Profits must be used only for its objects and no dividend can be paid. The licence and incorporation are obtained together through SPICe+ on the MCA portal.

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Business Registration

12A and 80G Registration for NGOs: Complete Guide 2026

by Gaurav Kumar

12A registration exempts an NGO's income from tax, and 80G approval lets donors claim a deduction for donations. New trusts, societies and Section 8 companies apply online in Form 10A for provisional registration, typically valid for three years, then apply in Form 10AB for regular registration valid for five years. Approval comes from the Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions).

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Business Registration

Patent Registration in India: Complete Guide for 2026

by Gaurav Kumar

A patent in India protects an invention that is new, involves an inventive step and is capable of industrial application. You file with the Indian Patent Office, optionally first as a provisional application, then a complete specification within 12 months, request examination, respond to the examination report and obtain grant. A patent lasts 20 years from filing, subject to annual renewal fees.

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Trademark, Copyright & Patent

Copyright Registration in India: Complete Guide 2026

by Gaurav Kumar

Copyright in India arises automatically when an original work is created, but registration with the Copyright Office under the Copyright Act, 1957 gives prima facie evidence of ownership in disputes. Applications are filed online at copyright.gov.in. After a 30-day objection period and examination, the work is entered in the Register of Copyrights.

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Trademark, Copyright & Patent

Shop and Establishment License: Complete Guide 2026

by Gaurav Kumar

A Shop and Establishment registration is a state-level registration under the applicable Shops and Establishments Act, required for shops, offices, restaurants, hotels and other commercial establishments. It is usually applied for online on the state labour department portal within the time allowed after starting business, and regulates working hours, holidays and employee conditions.

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Other Licenses & Registrations

Company Registration in Dubai for Indian Founders

by Gaurav Kumar

Indian founders can set up a Dubai company on the mainland, licensed by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, or in a free zone such as DMCC or IFZA. Most activities now allow 100% foreign ownership. UAE corporate tax of 9% applies to profits above AED 375,000. Indian residents investing must follow FEMA Overseas Investment Rules, 2022.

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Overseas Company Setup

Company Registration in Singapore for Indian Businesses

by Gaurav Kumar

A Singapore private limited company is incorporated with ACRA through BizFile+. It needs at least one locally resident director, at least one shareholder, a local registered address, and a company secretary appointed within six months. Paid-up capital can start from S$1. The corporate tax rate is 17% with partial exemptions. Indian residents invest under FEMA overseas investment rules.

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Overseas Company Setup

Payment Aggregator Licence from RBI: Complete Guide

by Gaurav Kumar

Non-bank payment aggregators that collect funds from customers on behalf of merchants need authorisation from the RBI under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 and RBI's payment aggregator guidelines. Applicants must be companies meeting net worth requirements (Rs 15 crore at application, Rs 25 crore within three years), keep funds in escrow, and follow merchant KYC and security norms.

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NBFC, Fintech & Insurance

Register a US Company from India: Delaware LLC or C-Corp

by Gaurav Kumar

Indian founders usually form a Delaware C-corporation if they plan to raise US venture capital, or an LLC for simpler operations. You appoint a registered agent, file the certificate of incorporation or formation, obtain an EIN from the IRS, and open a US bank account. Indian residents must invest through an AD bank under FEMA Overseas Investment Rules.

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Overseas Company Setup

Branch Office in India for Foreign Companies: Guide

by Gaurav Kumar

A foreign company can open a branch office in India for permitted activities such as export and import, professional or consultancy services, research, representing the parent, and IT services, with approval through an Authorised Dealer bank under FEMA. The parent needs a profit track record and net worth as prescribed. The branch registers with the ROC and is taxed as a foreign company.

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Overseas Company Setup

Medical Device Registration in India: CDSCO Licensing Guide

by Gaurav Kumar

All medical devices in India are regulated under the Medical Devices Rules, 2017. Devices are classified by risk into Class A, B, C and D. Manufacturing licences for Class A and B are issued by the State Licensing Authority, while Class C and D manufacturing and all import licences are issued by CDSCO. Applicants must follow quality management system requirements and apply online.

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Licenses — FSSAI, Drug & Medical

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