GST Eligibility & Exemption Checker for Online Resellers
Find out if you need a GST number to sell on WhatsApp, Instagram, or Meesho. A simple legal guide for Indian housewives and home-based resellers. Business setup tools.
Everything Resellers Need to Know About GST in India
What is the turnover limit?
For most Indian states, the threshold for mandatory GST registration for goods (like Sarees, Clothing, Jewelry) is an annual turnover of ₹40 Lakhs. For service providers, the limit is ₹20 Lakhs.
Is GST needed for WhatsApp?
Selling via WhatsApp groups or Instagram DMs is considered "Direct Selling." As long as your total sales are under the limit and you sell within your state, you generally don't need a GST number.
GST Guide for Home-Based Business Categories
If you source Kurtis or Suits from local wholesalers and sell to your neighbors or friends, you are 100% exempt under the 40L threshold.
Handmade or curated jewelry sold via Instagram is a popular choice for housewives. GST only becomes an issue once you start shipping globally or using huge platforms like Amazon.
One of the biggest fears for new resellers dealing in Women's Apparel or Handicrafts is the GST requirement and complex tax laws. In India, small business owners selling locally or via social media groups often qualify for GST exemption if their annual turnover is below the threshold and they aren't shipping interstate. Use our simple checker to find out if you can legally run your boutique without a GST number, giving you the confidence to start small and scale big.
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