Kerala GST Updates for Small and Medium Businesses in 2026
Stay compliant with the latest SGST and CGST rules introduced this quarter in Kerala. Learn how the composition scheme thresholds impact local retailers.
Keeping up with GST regulations in India can feel like a full-time job. With the newest amendments implemented by the Kerala State GST department, small and medium retailers have several key shifts to watch out for.
Here is a quick breakdown of what Kerala retailers need to know:
1. Revised Threshold Limits
The threshold limit for mandatory GST registration remains at ₹40 Lakhs for goods suppliers in Kerala. However, the department is conducting stricter audits on shops crossing the threshold without active GSTIN numbers.
2. Benefits of the Composition Scheme
If your shop's annual turnover is below ₹1.5 Crores, you can opt for the GST Composition Scheme. Under this, you pay a flat 1% tax on your turnover, making compliance incredibly simple. EdgeRetail POS has native composition scheme support to generate simplified sales reports.
3. New Rules on E-Invoicing
E-invoicing mandates are progressively covering businesses with lower turnovers. Make sure your POS software is future-proof and capable of generating standardized JSON receipts as required by the GST portal.
4. Seamless Filing with EdgeRetail
Instead of running to tax consultants with cartons of paper bills at the end of every quarter, EdgeRetail lets you download a pre-formatted, error-free GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B summary sheet in one click.