Goods & Service Tax (GST) 2 October 2026
New 2026 E‑Commerce Consumer Protection Rules Add Compliance Burdens
The 2026 amendment to India’s Consumer Protection (E‑Commerce) Rules introduces extra compliance duties for online sellers, requiring proof of transaction history for the past 30 days, verification of tax identification numbers and adherence to MSME guidelines. The changes aim to tighten consumer safeguards and align e‑commerce operations with broader tax and SME policies.
Key updates
- Sellers must retain and be ready to present records of all goods or services sold in the previous 30 days.
- Mandatory verification of the seller’s tax identification number before listing.
- New alignment with Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) criteria, affecting eligibility for certain benefits.
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