Description

Course Name: Certificate in Indirect Taxation
Course Id: CIIT/Q0001

Eligibility: 10+2 Grade(Higher Secondary) or Equivalent.

Objective: The Certificate in Indirect Taxation is a specialized course that focuses on the understanding and application of indirect taxes, such as Goods and Services Tax (GST), customs duties, excise duty, service tax, and other similar taxes. This program is designed for individuals who want to build a career in indirect taxation or enhance their knowledge in the field of finance and tax laws related to indirect taxation.

Duration: Two Month.

 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:

 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.

 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.

 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.

 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.

 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.

 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.

 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.

 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.

 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.

Online Examination Detail:

Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions			Marks Each Question		Total Marks
1	10			5		50
2	5			4		20
3	5			3		15
4	5			2		10
5	5			1		5
	30					100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.		Marks	Grade
1		91-100	O (Outstanding)
2		81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3		71-80	A (Very Good)
4		61-70	B (Good)
5		51-60	C (Average)
6		40-50	P (Pass)
7		0-40	F (Fail)

 Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:

 Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.

 Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.

 Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.

 Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.

 Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.

 Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.

Syllabus

Introduction to Indirect Taxation: Overview of Direct vs. Indirect Taxes, Importance and Impact of Indirect Taxes on the Economy, Types of Indirect Taxes (GST, Customs Duty, Excise Duty, etc.), Evolution of Indirect Taxation in India and Other Countries. Technology and Automation in Taxation: GST Software and Online Filing Tools, Digital Payments and Taxation Compliance, Role of Artificial Intelligence in Tax Management, Blockchain and Taxation Transparency.

Goods and Services Tax (GST) Framework: Concept and Structure of GST, GST Council and Its Role, Types of GST (CGST, SGST, IGST, UGST), GST Registration and Compliance, GST Rates and Tax Slabs, GST Returns and Compliance: Types of GST Returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, etc.), Filing Process and Deadlines, Input Tax Credit (ITC) Mechanism, GST Audit and Assessment, E-Invoicing and GST Network (GSTN), GST Valuation and Tax Calculation: Time, Place, and Value of Supply, Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM), Tax Invoice, Debit Note, and Credit Note, Composite and Mixed Supply, Exemptions and Zero-Rated Supplies.

Customs Duty and Import-Export Regulations: Basics of Customs Duty and Import Tariffs, Valuation under Customs Act, Export Promotion Schemes (MEIS, SEIS, Duty Drawback), Special Economic Zones (SEZ) and Customs Bonded Warehouses, Customs Documentation and Compliance.

Other Indirect Taxes in India: Excise Duty (Overview and Applicability), Professional Tax and Entertainment Tax, Stamp Duty and Registration Fees, Road Tax and Other Local Levies, Anti-Dumping Duty and Safeguard Duty.

Taxation of E-Commerce and Digital Transactions: GST Applicability on E-Commerce Platforms, Tax Collection at Source (TCS) & Tax Deducted at Source (TDS), Place of Supply Rules for Online Transactions, GST on Digital Services and International Transactions.

Litigation, Appeals, and Tax Dispute Resolution: GST Tribunal and Adjudication Process, Dispute Resolution Mechanisms, Penalties and Prosecution under GST Law, Role of Advance Rulings in Indirect Taxation.

💼 Career Options After Certificate in Indirect Taxation 

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1️⃣ GST Practitioner

Role:

• Help businesses comply with GST regulations, file GST returns, handle input credit claims, assist during audits.

Industries:
Accounting firms, consultancies, SMEs, manufacturing companies, service sector, freelancing.

Salary Range:
₹25,000 – ₹80,000/month
₹3 LPA – ₹9.6 LPA (freelancers may earn ₹500 – ₹2,000 per return)

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2️⃣ Indirect Tax Consultant

Role:

• Advise clients on GST, Customs, Excise, and VAT issues, tax planning, and compliance strategies.

• Provide legal opinions on indirect tax matters.

Industries:
CA firms, legal consultancies, corporates, advisory firms, MNCs

Salary Range:
₹40,000 – ₹1,50,000/month
₹4.8 LPA – ₹18 LPA

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3️⃣ Accounts Executive (Indirect Tax Focus)

Role:

• Maintain company books with correct GST invoicing, ITC adjustments, e-way bill generation, and monthly filings.

Industries:
All companies, especially manufacturing, trading, logistics, and services.

Salary Range:
₹20,000 – ₹70,000/month
₹2.4 LPA – ₹8.4 LPA

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4️⃣ Customs Compliance Officer

Role:

• Ensure proper compliance with customs regulations for import/export businesses, manage duties, exemptions, documentation.

Industries:
Import-export houses, shipping companies, freight forwarding, logistics

Salary Range:
₹35,000 – ₹1,00,000/month
₹4.2 LPA – ₹12 LPA

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5️⃣ Indirect Tax Auditor

Role:

• Review compliance, detect non-compliance or tax leakages, prepare audit reports for management or tax authorities.

Industries:
Audit firms, CA firms, MNCs, manufacturing, trading companies

Salary Range:
₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000/month
₹4.8 LPA – ₹14.4 LPA

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6️⃣ Legal Assistant (Tax Litigation & Appeals)

Role:

• Assist in representing clients in GST assessments, appellate tribunals, and other tax dispute forums.

Industries:
Law firms, CA firms, corporate legal departments

Salary Range:
₹30,000 – ₹90,000/month
₹3.6 LPA – ₹10.8 LPA

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7️⃣ GST Compliance Manager

Role:

• Monitor and manage indirect tax compliance across multiple business units.

• Ensure timely filings, audits, and policy updates.

Industries:
Large corporates, banks, insurance companies, MNCs

Salary Range:
₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000/month
₹6 LPA – ₹18 LPA

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8️⃣ Freelance GST Practitioner / Consultant

Role:

• Handle GST filings, tax registrations, annual returns, reconciliation, and tax advisory independently.

Industries:
Freelancing, consulting for SMEs, startups, traders, professionals

Earnings Potential:
₹3 LPA – ₹15 LPA+ (based on client base and scale)

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9️⃣ Indirect Tax Software Analyst

Role:

• Work with GST software companies, train users, resolve technical tax compliance queries, handle automation processes.

Industries:
Tax software companies like ClearTax, Zoho, Tally, Taxmann, QuickBooks

Salary Range:
₹25,000 – ₹80,000/month
₹3 LPA – ₹9.6 LPA

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🔟 Indirect Tax Research Analyst

Role:

• Track changes in indirect tax laws, write reports, contribute to journals, develop tax guides and knowledge base content.

Industries:
Publishing companies, legal research firms, tax consultancies

Salary Range:
₹25,000 – ₹70,000/month
₹3 LPA – ₹8.4 LPA

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