{"id":36251,"date":"2026-06-23T16:38:19","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T11:08:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/?p=36251"},"modified":"2026-06-23T16:38:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T11:08:19","slug":"how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start a Flipkart Business in India: Complete Step-by-Step Guide (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-36252\" src=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-300x158.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"828\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-200x105.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-400x211.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-600x316.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-800x422.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-1024x540.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM-1200x633.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-23-2026-04_31_42-PM.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 828px) 100vw, 828px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A guy from Surat started selling bedsheets on Flipkart from his father&#8217;s textile shop in 2022. No website, no ads, no big investment. Within eight months, he was clearing Rs 3 lakh every month sitting in the same shop. Same stock, just a new channel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Starting a <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in India in 2026 is one of the most practical things you can do if you have a product and want to reach crores of buyers without building your own store. Flipkart has over 15 lakh sellers, ships to 27,000-plus pin codes, and is still the first choice for fashion, home, and electronics buyers across tier-2 and tier-3 India. But setting it up wrong, skipping GST, choosing the wrong business structure, or ignoring brand protection can get your account suspended before you even find your feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>LegalRaasta <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">gets your Flipkart business legally ready from day one with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/public-limited-company-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">company registration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, GST, trademark, and complete compliance support under one roof.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Who_Can_Start_a_Flipkart_Business_in_India\" title=\"Who Can Start a Flipkart Business in India?\">Who Can Start a Flipkart Business in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Documents_Required_to_Start_a_Flipkart_Business_in_India\" title=\"Documents Required to Start a Flipkart Business in India\">Documents Required to Start a Flipkart Business in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Do_You_Need_GST_to_Sell_on_Flipkart_India\" title=\"Do You Need GST to Sell on Flipkart India?\">Do You Need GST to Sell on Flipkart India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Which_Business_Structure_Works_Best_for_a_Flipkart_Business\" title=\"Which Business Structure Works Best for a Flipkart Business?\">Which Business Structure Works Best for a Flipkart Business?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Step-by-Step_Process_to_Start_a_Flipkart_Business_in_India\" title=\"Step-by-Step Process to Start a Flipkart Business in India\">Step-by-Step Process to Start a Flipkart Business in India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Step_1_Register_Your_Business\" title=\"Step 1: Register Your Business\">Step 1: Register Your Business<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Step_2_Get_GST_Registration\" title=\"Step 2: Get GST Registration\">Step 2: Get GST Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Step_3_Open_a_Business_Current_Account\" title=\"Step 3: Open a Business Current Account\">Step 3: Open a Business Current Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Step_4_Create_Your_Flipkart_Seller_Account\" title=\"Step 4: Create Your Flipkart Seller Account\">Step 4: Create Your Flipkart Seller Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Step_5_List_Your_Products\" title=\"Step 5: List Your Products\">Step 5: List Your Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Step_6_Choose_Your_Fulfilment_Method\" title=\"Step 6: Choose Your Fulfilment Method\">Step 6: Choose Your Fulfilment Method<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Step_7_Apply_for_Trademark_Registration\" title=\"Step 7: Apply for Trademark Registration\">Step 7: Apply for Trademark Registration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Flipkart_Advantage_vs_Self-Shipping_Which_One_Should_You_Pick\" title=\"Flipkart Advantage vs Self-Shipping: Which One Should You Pick?\">Flipkart Advantage vs Self-Shipping: Which One Should You Pick?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Flipkart_Seller_Fees_in_India\" title=\"Flipkart Seller Fees in India\">Flipkart Seller Fees in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Legal_Compliance_for_Running_a_Flipkart_Business_in_India\" title=\"Legal Compliance for Running a Flipkart Business in India\">Legal Compliance for Running a Flipkart Business in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Why_Trademark_Registration_Matters_for_Your_Flipkart_Business\" title=\"Why Trademark Registration Matters for Your Flipkart Business\">Why Trademark Registration Matters for Your Flipkart Business<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Common_Mistakes_New_Flipkart_Sellers_Make\" title=\"Common Mistakes New Flipkart Sellers Make\">Common Mistakes New Flipkart Sellers Make<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#How_Much_Money_Do_You_Need_to_Start_a_Flipkart_Business\" title=\"How Much Money Do You Need to Start a Flipkart Business?\">How Much Money Do You Need to Start a Flipkart Business?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#How_LegalRaasta_Helps_Flipkart_Sellers\" title=\"How LegalRaasta Helps Flipkart Sellers\">How LegalRaasta Helps Flipkart Sellers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-flipkart-business-in-india\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Start_a_Flipkart_Business_in_India\"><\/span><b>Who Can Start a Flipkart Business in India?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pretty much anyone with a product to sell. Here is what Flipkart asks for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Indian citizen above 18 years of age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/pan-card-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">PAN card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> (personal or business)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Active bank account in India<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">GST registration number (compulsory for taxable products)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Working email ID and phone number<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Individuals and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/opc-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">registered businesses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> can both sell on Flipkart. If you are just starting out with low volume, a sole proprietorship is fine. But if you are serious about growing, a Private Limited Company or LLP is the smarter foundation. Suppliers take you more seriously, GST stays cleaner, and you need it when you apply for Flipkart&#8217;s brand programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_to_Start_a_Flipkart_Business_in_India\"><\/span><b>Documents Required to Start a Flipkart Business in India<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><b>Document<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>Why You Need It<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">PAN Card (personal or company)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Identity and tax verification<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">GST Registration Certificate<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Compulsory for taxable products<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bank Account Details<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flipkart pays settlements here<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Address Proof<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Business or home address<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Business Registration Certificate<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For companies, LLPs, partnerships<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Trademark Certificate (recommended)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For Flipkart Brand Registry<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cancelled Cheque or Bank Statement<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Confirms payment account<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep all of these ready before you begin. Missing one document during verification can delay your account by a week.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_You_Need_GST_to_Sell_on_Flipkart_India\"><\/span><b>Do You Need GST to Sell on Flipkart India?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, for almost everything. Flipkart makes GST registration compulsory for sellers who sell taxable goods. The only exception is sellers dealing in GST-exempt items like certain fresh produce, which is a very small category.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For e-commerce sellers, there is no minimum turnover limit. You cannot wait until you cross Rs 40 lakh. You need a GSTIN before your first listing goes live.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/gst-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">GST registration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> takes 3 to 7 working days on the government portal. Your GSTIN shows on every Flipkart invoice and is used to calculate tax on every order you get.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Business_Structure_Works_Best_for_a_Flipkart_Business\"><\/span><b>Which Business Structure Works Best for a Flipkart Business?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><b>Structure<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>Good For<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>GST<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>Trademark<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>Investor Ready<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/proprietorship-firm-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sole Proprietorship<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Beginners, small volume<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/partnership-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Partnership<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2 to 3 founders<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Limited<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/llp-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">LLP<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Growing sellers<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Partially<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/private-limited-company-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Private Limited Company<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Scaling, brand programs, funding<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For anyone planning to grow, Private Limited Company is the right call. It gets you into Flipkart&#8217;s brand protection programs, makes wholesale suppliers take you seriously, and matters a lot if you ever want a business loan or want to sell your brand. LLP works if you want lower compliance but still want limited liability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Process_to_Start_a_Flipkart_Business_in_India\"><\/span><b>Step-by-Step Process to Start a Flipkart Business in India<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This guide covers starting a Flipkart business from scratch, including business registration, GST setup, bank account opening, seller account creation, product listing, fulfilment setup, and brand protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Register_Your_Business\"><\/span><b>Step 1: Register Your Business<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pick your structure and apply on the MCA21 portal. For a Private Limited Company, the SPICe+ form handles incorporation, PAN, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/tan-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">TAN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, and bank account in one single application. Takes 3 to 7 working days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Get_GST_Registration\"><\/span><b>Step 2: Get GST Registration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Apply at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/gst.gov.in\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">gst.gov.in<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with your incorporation certificate, PAN, address proof, and bank details. GSTIN is issued within 3 to 7 working days after Aadhaar verification goes through.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Open_a_Business_Current_Account\"><\/span><b>Step 3: Open a Business Current Account<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flipkart pays your settlement amount into a current account. Your bank will ask for your incorporation papers, PAN, and GST certificate. Keep these ready before you walk in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Create_Your_Flipkart_Seller_Account\"><\/span><b>Step 4: Create Your Flipkart Seller Account<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Go to <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/seller.flipkart.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">seller.flipkart.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and register. You need PAN, GSTIN, bank details, and your address. Your store display name is set here, so think it through properly before you type it in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_List_Your_Products\"><\/span><b>Step 5: List Your Products<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Write clear titles, honest bullet points, and upload sharp photos. Use the correct HSN code for your product category. Flipkart&#8217;s algorithm gives better placement to listings that are complete and accurate from day one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Choose_Your_Fulfilment_Method\"><\/span><b>Step 6: Choose Your Fulfilment Method<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flipkart gives you two options. Flipkart Advantage, where they store and ship from their own fulfilment centres, or self-shipping, where you pack and hand over to their logistics partner. This affects your delivery speed, seller rating, and fee structure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_7_Apply_for_Trademark_Registration\"><\/span><b>Step 7: Apply for Trademark Registration<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Apply for your brand trademark at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/ipindia.gov.in\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ipindia.gov.in<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> under the right product class. Even with a pending application, you can use your filing number to enrol in Flipkart Brand Registry and start protecting your listings from day one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flipkart_Advantage_vs_Self-Shipping_Which_One_Should_You_Pick\"><\/span><b>Flipkart Advantage vs Self-Shipping: Which One Should You Pick?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><b>Factor<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>Flipkart Advantage<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>Self-Shipping<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Storage<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flipkart fulfilment centre<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your own space<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Delivery Speed<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Faster, assured delivery<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Depends on your courier<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Seller Rating Impact<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Better scores typically<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">More variables<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Returns<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flipkart handles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You handle<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cost<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">FA fees apply<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lower fees, more effort<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Best For<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Standard, high-volume products<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Custom or low-volume items<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flipkart Advantage makes sense once your order volume is steady enough to justify the storage fees. When you are just starting out, self-shipping keeps costs down while you figure out what actually sells.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flipkart_Seller_Fees_in_India\"><\/span><b>Flipkart Seller Fees in India<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before you price anything, know what Flipkart takes from each sale:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Commission Fee:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 3% to 25% depending on product category<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Collection Fee:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Per-order charge for payment handling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Shipping Fee:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Based on product weight and delivery zone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Fixed Fee:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Per-item charge on lower-priced products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>GST on Fees:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 18% GST on all Flipkart charges to sellers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Work out your margin after every single deduction before you finalise your price. New sellers who skip this math lose money on their first few hundred orders without understanding why.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Compliance_for_Running_a_Flipkart_Business_in_India\"><\/span><b>Legal Compliance for Running a Flipkart Business in India<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Going live is just the start. These are the ongoing obligations you need to stay on top of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>GST Returns:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> File GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B monthly or quarterly as applicable<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>TCS Credit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Flipkart cuts 1% TCS from your sales and pays it to the government. Claim this credit back when you file your GST returns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Income Tax:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Include all Flipkart income in your annual ITR. Most sellers file ITR-3 or ITR-4 depending on structure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Trademark Renewal:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Valid for 10 years. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/trademark-renewal\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Renew the trademark<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> before it lapses, or you lose access to brand programs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Seller Performance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Flipkart tracks cancellation rate, return rate, and response time. Fall below their threshold, your listings get pulled, or your account gets suspended<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Trademark_Registration_Matters_for_Your_Flipkart_Business\"><\/span><b>Why Trademark Registration Matters for Your Flipkart Business<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Without a trademark, anyone can sell under your brand name on Flipkart. A competitor can list cheap copies using your exact brand, and Flipkart cannot do much about it without legal proof from you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/trademark-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">registered trademark<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, you get:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Entry into Flipkart Brand Registry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tools to report and remove fake or unauthorised listings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Legal standing under the Trade Marks Act, 1999<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stronger position when dealing with Flipkart&#8217;s seller support team<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Brand protection that covers all platforms with the same single registration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Government trademark fees start at Rs 4,500 per class for individuals and MSMEs. Full certificate takes 12 to 18 months but Brand Registry access starts from your application filing date itself.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_New_Flipkart_Sellers_Make\"><\/span><b>Common Mistakes New Flipkart Sellers Make<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>No GST before going live:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Flipkart blocks listings immediately without a valid GSTIN<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Wrong HSN code:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Causes GST mismatches and problems during tax audits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Skipping trademark:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Brand has zero legal protection from the moment you list<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Not calculating fees:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Commission, shipping, and GST on fees can easily eat your margin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Staying sole proprietor while growing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Creates problems with banks, brand deals, and investors later<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Ignoring seller metrics:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Flipkart suspensions happen fast and reversing them takes time<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Money_Do_You_Need_to_Start_a_Flipkart_Business\"><\/span><b>How Much Money Do You Need to Start a Flipkart Business?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><b>What You Are Spending On<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>Rough Cost (Rs)<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/indian-subsidiary-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Business Registration<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rs 5,000 to Rs 15,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">GST Registration<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Free<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Trademark Registration<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rs 4,500 to Rs 9,000 per class<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Starting Inventory<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rs 20,000 to Rs 2,00,000+<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Product Photos<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rs 3,000 to Rs 15,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Packaging<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rs 5,000 to Rs 20,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">First FA Shipment<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rs 5,000 to Rs 30,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Total to Get Started<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rs 50,000 to Rs 3,00,000+<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can start a small <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh by picking one product, self-shipping, and keeping opening stock tight. Reaching Rs 5 to 10 lakh in monthly sales usually means putting early profits straight back into inventory.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_LegalRaasta_Helps_Flipkart_Sellers\"><\/span><b>How LegalRaasta Helps Flipkart Sellers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">LegalRaasta handles the legal and compliance work so you can focus on selling:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Private Limited Company or LLP registration through MCA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">GST registration and monthly return filing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Trademark registration and Flipkart Brand Registry support<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">MSME and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/msme-registration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Udyam registration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for lower fees and easier credit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yearly MCA and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/company-roc-compliance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ROC compliance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> filings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Documentation help if your seller account gets suspended<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Starting a <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in India in 2026 is one of the most realistic ways to build a real income without a big setup. You get access to crores of buyers, a delivery network that works deep into smaller cities, and tools that give new sellers the same shot as established brands.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But sellers who actually last are not just the ones with good products. They are the ones who registered properly, protected their brand early, stayed GST compliant, and ran their Flipkart store like a real business from the start.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Connect with <\/span><b>LegalRaasta <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">today and get your company, GST, and trademark done before your first product goes live on Flipkart.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>How do I start a Flipkart business in India?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Register your business, get GST, open a current account, then sign up at seller.flipkart.com. Your <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> needs PAN, GSTIN, and bank details to go live.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Is GST mandatory for a Flipkart business?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes. Flipkart needs a valid GSTIN for most products. Without it, your <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> listings get blocked before they even go live on the platform.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Which business structure is best for selling on Flipkart?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Private Limited Company suits a <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> planning to scale or access brand programs. Sole proprietorship works only for very small, early-stage selling with low volume.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>What documents are needed for Flipkart seller registration?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> account needs PAN, GSTIN, bank details, address proof, and a business registration certificate if you are running as a company or LLP.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>What is Flipkart Brand Registry and who can join?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Brand Registry protects your <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> from fake sellers. You need a registered trademark or a valid pending application in the right product class to enrol.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>What are the seller fees on Flipkart India?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> pays commission fees of 3 to 25%, collection fees, shipping charges, and 18% GST on all Flipkart charges. Calculate all of this before you set any price.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>What is Flipkart Advantage and should I use it?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flipkart Advantage means Flipkart stores and ships your stock. It improves delivery speed and seller ratings for your <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Best for standard products with consistent order volume.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>How much money do I need to start a Flipkart business?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A basic <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> needs Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh to start covering registration, stock, and packaging. Scaling to steady monthly revenue needs early profits reinvested into more inventory.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Is trademark registration needed for a Flipkart business?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Not compulsory to start but very important. Without one, your <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> brand can be copied, and Flipkart has very limited ways to help without <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/empower-intellectual-property-right\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">legal IP proof<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> on your side.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>How does LegalRaasta help with a Flipkart business?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">LegalRaasta handles registration, GST, trademark, and Brand Registry support so your <\/span><b>Flipkart business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is legally protected and fully compliant from the very first day you go live.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A guy from Surat started selling bedsheets on Flipkart from his father&#8217;s textile shop in 2022. No website, no ads, no big investment. 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