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PAN, GST, licenses — one step at a time
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All guides updated April 2026
Common questions about starting a business in India
Quick answers to help you get started. Each links to a detailed guide.
At minimum, every business owner needs:
- Aadhaar card + PAN card — for identity & tax
- Bank account — current account recommended
- GST registration — mandatory above Rs 40 lakh turnover
Depending on your business type you may also need a Trade License, FSSAI registration (food), or MSME/Udyam registration for government benefits.
Many registrations are free or very low-cost:
- PAN card — Rs 107
- GST, MSME/Udyam — Free
- FSSAI basic — Free
- Pvt Ltd / LLP — Rs 2,000 - Rs 15,000
- Trademark — Rs 4,500 (MSME rate)
Our guides include exact current fees for each process.
Mandatory if your annual turnover exceeds Rs 40 lakh (Rs 20 lakh for services in special category states), or if you sell online or across state borders.
Voluntary registration is recommended even below the threshold — it unlocks input tax credit and adds credibility with larger clients.
A practical 4-step sequence:
- Google Business Profile — free, get found on Maps & Search
- WhatsApp Business — take orders via chat
- Amazon / Flipkart / Blinkit — list products on marketplaces
- Simple website — build for free with no-code tools
Our Go Online guides cover each step in detail.
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