Retailers Association partners with Jio to launch JIO-GST

Mumbai: Retailers Association of India (RAI) has tied-up with Reliance Jio-GST for introducing a simple secure tax compliance solution for implementation of the Goods and Services Tax by retailers. Reliance Jio is one of the GST Suvidha Providers (GSP). Jio-GST solution will assist retailers to maintain records, file tax returns and to comply with the provisions of GST law, a statement said.

The Jio-GST is a mobile-first tax solution available for Rs 1,999 only, which is aimed at helping small retailers across the country to have a smooth transition to the new tax regime. With the launch of the JioGST Merchant Solution, Reliance Jio is taking its promise of digital life a step further. JioGST is a comprehensive digital solution covering the entire process of invoicing, billing as well as filing and reviewing of GST returns.

The process and time discipline is of paramount importance in availing GST credit and therefore millions of merchants in the country require a simple and robust platform to meet all their requirements. The JioGST Merchant Solution will help millions of small and medium enterprises achieve this discipline at a nominal cost in a smooth and hassle-free manner.

A new user needs to create the JioGST Taxpayer Account on www.jiogst.com and install the JioGST application to get going. The JioGST application comes with comprehensive functionality. It can manage various input mechanisms, including API based seamless integration of any other accounting and billing software.

JioGST is a cloud based solution and hence the user can login from anywhere. It also has a provision to create a separate log-in for the user’s tax practitioner. For inward supplies it offers an elaborate and efficient reconciliation process. The application is also equipped to generate timely reminders, alerts and MIS reports. Even subject matter support is made available through panel of experts, live webinars, guidance papers and useful videos.

The JioGST offers an attractive value proposition to its users. The one year subscription to this solution, along with a JioFi device and a Jio SIM with 24 GB data and unlimited voice calls, will be available for just Rs. 1,999/-. The starter kit of JioGST Merchant Solution can be purchased from any of the half a million Jio retail outlets across India.

Reliance Jio has come together with the Retailers Association of India (RAI) for this simple and secure GST compliance solution. JioGST offers a unique opportunity for small enterprises to transition to GST without hesitation to avail better growth opportunities. JioGST runs both on mobile as well as desktop platforms.