
Updated for 2026. This article was revised on 10 November 2026 for the Income-tax Act, 2025, Budget 2026 and GST 2.0.
1. Digital readiness
- Books in Tally Prime or Zoho Books, shared with you, not locked in someone's laptop.
- Monthly GSTR-2B reconciliation, not a scramble at year-end.
- Documents exchanged over WhatsApp or email with a clear folder structure.
2. Compliance coverage
- GST returns and annual returns, TDS deposits and quarterly statements (Forms 138/140 from Tax Year 2026-27).
- ROC filings — AOC-4, MGT-7/7A, DPT-3, MSME-1 and director KYC (now once every three years).
- Advance tax planning so there is no 234B/234C interest surprise.
- Statutory and tax audits by practising Chartered Accountants — and clarity on who signs.
3. Advice on structure
Proprietorship, partnership, LLP or private limited company — the right choice depends on liability, funding plans, the number of owners and how much compliance you can carry. A good advisor explains the trade-offs before you register, not after.
4. Clear pricing
Ask for a written scope and fee for each service — monthly GST, quarterly TDS, annual ITR and ROC — and what is extra (notices, revisions, registrations). Avoid open-ended billing.
5. Who actually does your work?
Ask who will prepare and review your returns, and how quickly you get answers near due dates. Direct access to a senior person matters most when a notice arrives.
Talk to us
Visit VJ & Associates at Railway Road, Patiala Chowk, Jind, Haryana - 126102, or message the office on WhatsApp at +91 80537 80570 for a straight answer on what your business needs.
General information as on 10 Nov 2026, not advice for your specific case. Laws, rates and dates change — see the disclaimer.
