Description
Course Name: Professional Certificate in GST Accounting
Course Id: PCGSTA/Q0001.
Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent.
Objective: The Professional Certificate in GST Accounting develops practical foundational knowledge and skills required to maintain accounting records for GST-related business transactions. The course covers GST fundamentals, GST registration awareness, tax invoices, sales and purchase accounting, input and output tax, Input Tax Credit concepts, credit and debit notes, GST ledgers, transaction reconciliation, return-preparation support and GST accounting reports. It prepares learners to record GST transactions accurately, organize supporting documents, reconcile purchase and sales records and assist accounts and taxation professionals with routine GST accounting and compliance activities.
Duration: Three Months.
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 examination 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 the examination.
- A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 days of the declaration of the 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
Module 1: Fundamentals of GST and GST Accounting: Meaning and Objectives of GST, Structure of GST in India, CGST SGST UTGST and IGST, GST Council and Tax Administration, GSTIN and Basic Registration Concepts, Taxable Person and Supply Concepts, Goods and Services Classification, Taxable Exempt and Nil-Rated Supplies, Role of Accounting in GST Compliance, GST Accounting Records and Documentation.
Module 2: GST Registration and Tax Documentation: GST Registration Requirements, Types of GST Registration, Registration Application Process, Amendment and Cancellation of Registration, Tax Invoice Preparation, Bill of Supply, Debit Note and Credit Note, Receipt Voucher and Payment Voucher, Delivery Challan Documentation, Maintenance of GST-Compliant Business Records.
Module 3: GST Accounting for Business Transactions: Accounting for Intra-State Purchases, Accounting for Inter-State Purchases, Accounting for Intra-State Sales, Accounting for Inter-State Sales, Purchase Returns under GST, Sales Returns under GST, Accounting for Advances and Adjustments, Reverse Charge Transactions, Accounting for Discounts under GST, Reconciliation of GST Transaction Records.
Module 4: Input Tax Credit and GST Liability Management: Fundamentals of Input Tax Credit, Eligibility for Input Tax Credit, Conditions for Claiming ITC, Ineligible and Blocked Credits, ITC Documentation and Verification, Input Tax Credit Reconciliation, Output Tax Liability Records, Adjustment of Available Tax Credits, Reversal and Reclaim of Input Tax Credit, Periodic Review of GST Liability and Credit Records.
Module 5: GST Returns and Digital Compliance: Overview of GST Return System, GSTR-1 Preparation and Reporting, GSTR-3B Preparation, Annual Return Awareness, Invoice Data Verification, GST Return Reconciliation, E-Invoicing Fundamentals, Invoice Reference Number and QR Code Awareness, E-Way Bill Procedures and Documentation, GST Portal-Based Compliance Records.
Module 6: GST Accounting Software and Compliance Control: GST Configuration in Accounting Software, Creation of GST Customer and Supplier Masters, GST Ledger Management, Product and Service Tax Classification Setup, GST-Compliant Digital Invoice Processing, GST Purchase and Sales Register Review, GST Reports and Management Information, Identification and Rectification of GST Accounting Errors, GST Audit and Compliance Documentation Awareness, Digital Record Security and Professional GST Accounting Practices.
Job Opportunities after Professional Certificate in GST Accounting
Certified learners can pursue entry and support-level opportunities in GST accounting, accounts administration, billing, taxation support, bookkeeping and financial operations across businesses and professional service organizations, subject to employer requirements and applicable regulations.
Top Roles: GST Accounts Assistant, GST Executive, Junior GST Executive, Accounts Executive, GST Billing Executive, Accounts & Tax Assistant, Bookkeeping Executive, Finance & Accounts Assistant, GST Documentation Executive and Accounts Coordinator.
Key Skills: GST accounting, GST invoices, sales accounting, purchase accounting, GST journal entries, Input Tax Credit awareness, input and output GST records, customer and supplier ledgers, GST reconciliation, GST documentation, return-preparation support and GST reporting.
Salary Range (India):
- Entry-level: ₹2.5–6 LPA
- Mid-level: ₹6–12 LPA
- Senior-level: ₹12–25+ LPA
Scope: Learners can explore GST accounting opportunities with accounting firms, tax-consulting offices, manufacturing companies, trading businesses, retail organizations, wholesale businesses, e-commerce companies, logistics organizations, service companies and corporate accounts departments. With relevant experience, updated GST knowledge, accounting-software skills and higher qualifications, professionals can progress toward positions such as Senior GST Executive, GST Accountant, Accounts & GST Executive, Taxation Executive, Accounts Supervisor or Assistant Accounts Manager.
