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Blinkit vs Zepto Dark Store Franchise: FOFO vs COFO Explainedbusiness growth

Blinkit vs Zepto Dark Store Franchise: FOFO vs COFO Explained

Blinkit and Zepto both let you open a dark store as a franchise partner — but the two models put inventory risk in completely different places. Here's how FOFO and COFO actually differ, and the business registration and GST questions to sort out before you sign.

27 August 202616 min read
GST for Franchise Businesses: Fees, Royalty & ITC Explainedgoods and services tax

GST for Franchise Businesses: Fees, Royalty & ITC Explained

Franchise fees, royalties, and brand-usage payments all attract GST — but at different rates depending on what's actually being supplied. Here's how GST applies to franchisors and franchisees, and what ITC you can actually claim.

27 August 202612 min read
Quick Commerce & GST: Why Every Dark Store Needs an APOB Registrationgoods and services tax

Quick Commerce & GST: Why Every Dark Store Needs an APOB Registration

Selling through Blinkit, Zepto, or Swiggy Instamart means your goods sit in dark stores across multiple states — and under GST law, every one of them needs to be registered as an Additional Place of Business. Here's what that actually requires, and why regulators are now trying to simplify it.

27 August 202617 min read
How to Sell on Blinkit: Brand & Vendor Onboarding Guide (2026)e commerce

How to Sell on Blinkit: Brand & Vendor Onboarding Guide (2026)

Blinkit doesn't work like Amazon or Flipkart — it's an invite-approved vendor model, not self-serve listing. Here's the actual onboarding process, documents, commission structure, and the GST detail most guides skip: APOB registration for every dark store you supply.

27 August 202613 min read
How to Sell on Swiggy Instamart: Seller Registration Guide (2026)e commerce

How to Sell on Swiggy Instamart: Seller Registration Guide (2026)

Swiggy Instamart requires full GST registration for every seller — no composition scheme, no Enrolment ID shortcut. Here's the onboarding process, commission structure, settlement cycle, and the multi-state GST requirement first-time quick-commerce sellers miss.

27 August 202612 min read
How to Sell on Zepto: Vendor Registration Guide (2026)e commerce

How to Sell on Zepto: Vendor Registration Guide (2026)

Zepto runs one of the most curated vendor approval processes among Indian quick-commerce platforms — expect weeks, not days. Here's the registration process, required documents, and the GST/APOB requirement that trips up first-time quick-commerce vendors.

27 August 202612 min read
GST on Discounts, Freebies and Combo Offers: A Seller's Guidegoods and services tax

GST on Discounts, Freebies and Combo Offers: A Seller's Guide

How GST treats pre- and post-supply discounts, BOGO combos, and "free" gifts under Section 15 — with the credit note and ITC reversal rules e-commerce sellers get wrong during festive-season sales.

17 August 202611 min read
GSTR-9C Reconciliation Guide: Table-by-Table Mechanics for Sellersgoods and services tax

GSTR-9C Reconciliation Guide: Table-by-Table Mechanics for Sellers

A table-by-table walkthrough of GSTR-9C reconciliation — turnover matching, ITC reconciliation, marketplace TCS checks, and the mismatches that trigger GST scrutiny for e-commerce sellers above ₹5 crore turnover.

17 August 202610 min read
tools and software

Best GST Software for E-commerce Sellers in India (2026)

Best GST Software for E-commerce Sellers in India (2026)

Comparing the best GST software for Indian e-commerce sellers — ClearTax, Zoho Books, Vyapar, myGSTcafe, and Tally Prime. Pricing, features, and our top picks for 2026.

18 February 20269 min read
The Future of Crypto Taxes in India: What to Expectgoods and services tax

The Future of Crypto Taxes in India: What to Expect

Uncertain about crypto taxes in India? Learn about potential changes, tax structures, and global trends. Stay ahead with expert insights.

24 July 20247 min read
goods and services tax

Unlocking MSME Credit: How GSTN Integration is Changing the Game

Unlocking MSME Credit: How GSTN Integration is Changing the Game

Discover how the integration of GSTN into the Account Aggregator framework is revolutionizing credit access for MSMEs and how Dhanaay can help you seize these opportunities.

25 October 20239 min read
goods and services tax

Easy Ways of GST Filing

Easy Ways of GST Filing

Discover easy ways to file GST returns in India through online, bulk, or manual methods. Avoid penalties and ensure compliance with these simple filing techniques.

1 July 20239 min read
goods and services tax

Impact of GST on Restaurant Industry

Impact of GST on Restaurant Industry

This article explores the impact of GST on the Indian restaurant industry, including its positive and negative implications.

25 April 20236 min read
goods and services tax

Impact of GST on Small Business Owners

Impact of GST on Small Business Owners

The implementation of GST has impacted small businesses in various ways. Read on to know more about the pros and cons of GST on small business owners.

25 April 20239 min read
goods and services tax

Top 5 legal considerations to expand internationally

Top 5 legal considerations to expand internationally

Learn about the top 5 legal considerations that small businesses need to keep in mind when expanding internationally.

25 April 20236 min read
e commerce

Seller Registration Guide - Zomato

Seller Registration Guide - Zomato

Learn how to register as a seller on Zomato in India with this comprehensive guide.

13 April 20235 min read
goods and services tax

Seller Registration Guide - eBay

Seller Registration Guide - eBay

A guide detailing how to register as a seller on eBay - online e-commerce marketplace

10 April 20235 min read
e commerce

Seller Registration Guide - Etsy

Seller Registration Guide - Etsy

Know the process of registration through ETSY

10 April 20233 min read
goods and services tax

Benefits of GST Outsourcing

Benefits of GST Outsourcing

Discover the benefits of GST outsourcing and how it can help you focus on growing your business.

6 April 20236 min read
goods and services tax

Impact of GST on Fashion Industry

Impact of GST on Fashion Industry

Learn about the impact of GST on the fashion industry in India, including advantages such as smoother input credit systems and reduced manufacturing costs.

6 April 20238 min read
goods and services tax

Basic GST Registration Guide for E-commerce Sellers

Basic GST Registration Guide for E-commerce Sellers

Follow this step-by-step guide for GST Registration if you are an e-commerce seller

10 March 20235 min read
goods and services tax

Explained Simply - GST Audit

Explained Simply - GST Audit

Learn how to get your business ready for a GST audit with this fun and informative story for small business owners.

17 February 20238 min read
goods and services tax

How to Prepare for a GST Audit

How to Prepare for a GST Audit

Learn how to get your business ready for a GST audit with detailed tips, tricks and mistakes to avoid

17 February 20237 min read
e commerce

Seller Registration Guide - Bewakoof

Seller Registration Guide - Bewakoof

We explain easy steps to follow to become a registered seller in Bewakoof

3 February 20235 min read
goods and services tax

A Look Back: How India's Budgets Have Shaped its Economic Growth

A Look Back: How India's Budgets Have Shaped its Economic Growth

As budget 2023 is around the corner, we look at how India's budgets have shaped its economic growth especially the SME sector over the years.

27 January 20239 min read
goods and services tax

Due Dates for GST Returns

Due Dates for GST Returns

We understand the due date of filing for various GST returns

4 January 20234 min read
goods and services tax

The importance of accurate GST return filing for SMBs

The importance of accurate GST return filing for SMBs

Learn about the importance of accurate GST return filing for small and medium businesses in India

3 January 20236 min read
goods and services tax

How to choose the right accounting software for your business

How to choose the right accounting software for your business

Find out how to choose the right accounting software for your small business with these tips and resources.

31 December 20226 min read
goods and services tax

Common Mistakes in GST Return Filing

Common Mistakes in GST Return Filing

We look at the common mistakes while filing GST returns

24 December 20224 min read
goods and services tax

GSTR 1 - Quick Intoduction

GSTR 1 - Quick Intoduction

We understand what is GSTR 1 and why it is important.

24 December 20224 min read
goods and services tax

GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C: Complete Annual Return Filing Guide (FY 2025-26)

GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C: Complete Annual Return Filing Guide (FY 2025-26)

GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C are annual GST filings due December 31. Full guide to who must file, table-by-table reconciliation, late fees, and the most common errors that trigger notices.

16 December 202210 min read
goods and services tax

GST Registration - Quick Note

GST Registration - Quick Note

Understanding the GST registration process, benefits and why you may choose not to register

6 December 20225 min read
goods and services tax

Seller Registration Guide - Amazon

Seller Registration Guide - Amazon

Follow up on some simple steps to get yourself registered on Amazon

27 November 20224 min read
e commerce

How to Become a Meesho Seller: Supplier Registration Guide (2026)

How to Become a Meesho Seller: Supplier Registration Guide (2026)

Step-by-step Meesho supplier registration for 2026 — GSTIN, bank details, catalogue upload, commission structure, and the franchise vs. reseller question everyone asks.

27 November 20228 min read
e commerce

How to Become a Flipkart Seller: Registration Guide (2026)

How to Become a Flipkart Seller: Registration Guide (2026)

Step-by-step Flipkart seller registration for 2026 — GSTIN, documents, commission structure by category, and how Flipkart Quick/Minutes changes onboarding for quick-commerce sellers.

15 November 20228 min read
goods and services tax

GST Composition Scheme: A Complete Guide

GST Composition Scheme: A Complete Guide

Explore the benefits and limitations of the GST Composition Scheme. Learn how small businesses can simplify tax compliance under this scheme.

4 October 20227 min read
goods and services tax

GST registration - Process, requirement and exemptions

GST registration - Process, requirement and exemptions

In this article, we discuss GST registration - Process, requirement and exemptions

4 October 20224 min read
goods and services tax

GST Registration - The Beginners guide

GST Registration - The Beginners guide

The article discussed the eligibility criteria for GST Registration and the steps essential to registering in the GST Portal.

4 October 20227 min read
goods and services tax

GST Input Tax Credit

GST Input Tax Credit

Input Tax Credit (ITC) rules for e-commerce sellers — eligibility, blocked credits, GSTR-2B reconciliation, marketplace commission ITC, and the step-by-step claiming process for FY 2026-27.

22 May 20229 min read
goods and services tax

Should you use GST Composition Scheme?

Should you use GST Composition Scheme?

GST provides for composition scheme. But is it suitable for everyone? We try and find out. GST incorporates amidst itself lot of taxes. However the requirement to keep invoices and transaction details is quite onerous for many small and medium enterprises. GST composition scheme may be better here as the cost of compliance goes down.

15 March 202219 min read