Start-up compliance checklist
Company type, team size, turnover and how you sell. See the registrations and filings that apply to you today, tick them off, and open a free guide or tool for each.
- The first year after incorporation
- Before your first hire
- Investor due diligence
Your start-up
What applies to you
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state; check with your CA or labour consultant before you act. Everything you type stays in your browser.
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How to use it
- Pick your company type and what you sell.
- Enter employees, turnover and years since incorporation.
- See what applies, tick what is done and open a guide for each.
Good to know
GST thresholds
GST registration is needed above ₹40 lakh turnover for goods or ₹20 lakh for services in most states (lower in some), and from the first sale for inter-state goods sellers and most e-commerce sellers.
Labour thresholds
PF applies at 20 or more employees, ESI at 10 or more where notified, and the POSH Internal Committee at 10 or more. Many start-ups register early to offer PF as a benefit.
First-year company filings
Private limited companies appoint the first auditor within 30 days and file the commencement of business declaration within 180 days of incorporation.
Check with your CA
Rules differ by state and change often. Use this list to prepare, then confirm with your CA or company secretary.
Questions people ask
Is it free? Do I need to sign up?
Yes, it is free and you do not need to sign up. Open it and use it as often as you like.
Is my data safe?
The numbers are worked out in your browser. Nothing you type is sent to USR unless you choose to email yourself the result.
How accurate is the result?
It is an estimate based on the rules shown on this page as of November 2026, not legal or tax advice. Rules and rates change, so check with your CA before you act.
Is this the full legal list?
It covers the common central rules. States and sectors add more. Confirm with your CA or company secretary.
Is my answer saved?
No. It stays in your browser. Use Copy to keep your list.
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