Frequently Asked Questions
Is SamRams Associates a registered chartered-accountant firm?
Yes. The partners hold active ICAI memberships and the firm operates under the Institute’s Code of Ethics, including its “pull-based” information rules.
Where is your office located and what are the timings?
2nd Floor, Lingaraju Complex, above Smart Point, Gandhi Bazar, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru 560004. We’re open Monday–Saturday, 9 am–6 pm.
Do you serve clients outside Bengaluru?
Absolutely. Cloud tools, e-sign workflows and secure portals let us onboard and support businesses across India and Indian subsidiaries abroad.
How do I start working with you?
- Submit the contact form or WhatsApp us.
- We schedule a 20-minute discovery call to scope your needs.
- You receive a fixed-scope proposal and engagement letter for e-signature.
Do you charge for the initial consultation?
No. The discovery call is complimentary so you can assess fit before committing.
Why don’t you list detailed prices online?
ICAI guidelines restrict advertising exact fees. We provide transparent, fixed quotes after understanding your specific compliance load.
What accounting software do you support?
We work with Zoho Books, QuickBooks Online, Tally-Web and custom ERPs. If you’re on spreadsheets, we’ll migrate you with minimal downtime.
Can you file my GST returns if bookkeeping is done in-house?
Yes. We review your ledgers for consistency, run reconciliations, then prepare and file GSTR-1, 3B or annual returns as required.
Do you handle income-tax notices and hearings?
We draft replies, compile supporting documents and, where necessary, appear virtually or in person to represent you before assessing officers.
I’m a freelancer under Section 44ADA - do I really need GST?
GST is mandatory only if your turnover crosses the threshold or you supply through e-commerce platforms. We’ll evaluate and register you only if needed.
Our NGO just secured foreign funding *- what’s next?
You’ll likely need FCRA registration or prior permission. We guide you through form FC-3A/B, annual FC-4 filings and donor reporting templates.
How do you ensure filings are on time?
Each client gets an automated compliance calendar with WhatsApp and email reminders 15, 7 and 1 day before due dates—backed by a 99% on-time record.
Can you help migrate from proprietorship to Pvt Ltd?
Yes. We manage name approval, incorporation, asset transfer agreements, new GST and PAN, plus closure of the old registration.
Where is my financial data stored?
All documents reside on encrypted, India-based servers. Only authorised staff and statutory portals can access your files.
What if I have ad-hoc queries after deliverables are done?
Most retainers include unlimited email/WhatsApp clarifications. One-off project clients can opt for a low-cost support add-on.
Can I switch packages later?
Certainly. As your business evolves, we’ll review needs each quarter and recommend scaling up or streamlining services.