GST, Income Tax & Audit Services for Grocery & Kirana Stores
Kirana and provision stores sell a mix of exempt items (loose rice, fresh produce) and taxable packaged goods at different GST rates. Getting the classification right — and choosing between composition and regular GST — decides how much tax you actually pay.
Compliance checklist for grocery & kirana stores
- Check whether turnover crosses the ₹40 lakh GST threshold for goods
- Compare Composition (1% of turnover) with Regular GST for your margins
- Classify exempt, 5% and 18% items correctly in your billing software
- FSSAI registration or licence for food products
- Trade licence from the local corporation, municipality or panchayat
- Presumptive income tax under Section 44AD or regular books
- Stock register for bank cash-credit limits
How we help grocery & kirana stores
We start with a free review of your current registrations, billing and returns. You then get a simple action list and a fixed fee. Every month we collect your bills on WhatsApp, update your books, file GST and other returns before the due dates, and send you a short summary of sales, tax paid and what's coming up next.
At year-end we finalise your accounts, file the income tax return and, if your turnover requires it, complete the tax audit. When you need a bank loan, subsidy or new licence, your records are already in order.
Common problems we fix
- Wrong GST rate in billing software
- Unfiled or late GST returns and cancelled registrations
- Input tax credit lost due to supplier mismatches
- No proper books for bank loan applications
- Missed PF / ESI after staff growth
- Income tax notices for cash deposits or turnover mismatch
Questions from grocery & kirana stores owners
Do grocery shops have to charge GST on rice and dal?
Loose, unbranded staples are generally exempt, while pre-packaged and labelled items attract GST. Rates were revised from 22 September 2025, so we check your product list item by item.
Is composition scheme good for a kirana store?
For many neighbourhood stores selling to consumers, composition reduces paperwork and tax. If you buy mostly from registered suppliers and sell to businesses, regular GST may be better because of input credit.
Do you provide services for grocery & kirana stores in my area?
Yes. We serve grocery & kirana stores across Chennai and every taluk of Thanjavur district, online and in person. Call +91 7010 725 325.
Services for grocery & kirana stores
GST Registration
New GSTIN for proprietors, partnerships, LLPs and companies — application, Aadhaar authentication, clarification replies and certificate.
Learn moreGST Return Filing
Monthly & quarterly GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, CMP-08, annual GSTR-9/9C, ITC reconciliation with GSTR-2B and notice replies.
Learn moreIncome Tax Return Filing
ITR filing for shop owners, traders, professionals, salaried persons, firms and companies — with tax planning and notice handling.
Learn moreBusiness Registrations (Udyam, FSSAI, Trade Licence)
Proprietorship, partnership, LLP and company setup, Udyam MSME, FSSAI food licence, trade licence, shop & establishment and professional tax.
Learn moreMonthly Accounting & Bookkeeping
Tally / Zoho bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, payroll, MIS reports and year-end finalisation at a fixed monthly fee.
Learn moreTalk to a tax consultant today
Free first call. Tell us about your shop or business and we will list every registration, return and audit that applies — with a clear fixed fee.