Guides for Indian shop owners
Short, practical articles on GST, stock, udhari and billing — written for people who run a shop, with examples in rupees.
GSTGST invoice format: what must be on a GST bill
Every detail a GST tax invoice must show under Rule 46, with a filled example in rupees, CGST vs IGST, HSN digits, the ₹200 and ₹50,000 rules and e-invoicing.
StockHow to manage stock in a shop: a simple 8-step system
A simple system to keep shop stock right: one item list, an opening count, every sale and purchase recorded, weekly counts, reorder levels and dead stock.
UdhariHow to collect udhari: 7 ways that work
Seven practical ways to get udhari back from customers on time: clear records, credit limits, polite reminders with a UPI link, statements and what to do last.
BarcodeBarcode billing for small shops: a step-by-step guide
Start billing with barcodes: use the codes already on packets, print labels for loose items, pick a scanner or use your phone, and count stock by scanning.
GSTWhen is an e-way bill required? A guide for shops
E-way bill rules in plain words: the ₹50,000 limit (tax included), Part A and Part B, the 50 km rule, one day of validity per 200 km, exemptions and penalties.
GSTGST composition scheme for small shops: is it right for you?
Composition scheme explained: who can opt in, the 1% rate for traders, bill of supply, no input tax credit, CMP-08 and GSTR-4 dates, and a worked example.
StockLow stock and reorder point: when to order and how much
Stop running out and stop overbuying: find the reorder point from daily sales and supplier time, add safety stock, decide how much to order and spot dead stock.
GodownFind items fast in your godown with QR labels
Stop searching: number every almirah, rack and box, stick a QR label on each, record what goes where, and scan to find any item in seconds, even with new staff.
KhataKhata book or billing app? An honest comparison for shops
Paper khata or a billing app? Compare totals, backups, reminders, statements and GST records honestly, see when paper still works, and move your khata safely.
SwitchingSwitching from Vyapar or myBillBook: a step-by-step guide
A calm, step-by-step guide to moving items, parties and balances from Vyapar or myBillBook to a new app: when to switch, what to download and how to check.
Bills, stock and khata in one app
Make GST or simple bills, keep stock right and know who owes you — on phone, iPad or computer, in English or Hindi.