Quick summary
Kolkata's trading and jute/tea economy creates specific GST bookkeeping needs. Here's what to look for and what it costs in 2026.
Bookkeeping costs in Kolkata (2026)
Kolkata is generally the most affordable metro for bookkeeping services.
- Sole proprietor / trader: ₹1,800–₹4,000/month
- Pvt Ltd with GST + TDS: ₹3,500–₹8,000/month
- Trading company (high invoice volume): ₹6,000–₹14,000/month
- IT/ITES company: ₹4,500–₹10,000/month
West Bengal-specific compliance
Kolkata businesses must comply with West Bengal Professional Tax (PT). Employers deduct from employee salaries (max ₹2,500/year) and file quarterly returns with the WB Commercial Taxes Department. The West Bengal Labour Welfare Fund also applies to eligible businesses. Kolkata's large trading community (Burrabazar, Metiabruz) deals with high-volume inter-state GST that requires careful ITC reconciliation.
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