Joel Dsouza

Joel Dsouza

Joel Dsouza is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and compliance expert with over 7 years of hands-on experience in company registration, tax structuring, GST, ROC filings, and MCA compliance. As a qualified member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and Co-Founder at RegisterKaro, he has personally advised more than 1,000 startups and SMEs across India, helping founders navigate incorporation, regulatory frameworks, and financial planning from Day 1. With deep expertise across all three levels of Finance and Portfolio Management, Joel is committed to promoting financial literacy and simplifying India's startup ecosystem through clear, actionable guidance that entrepreneurs can act on immediately.

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Company Registration & ComplianceGST Registration & ComplianceTrademark & Intellectual Property ComplianceCompany Law & MCA FilingsLegal Documentation & Regulatory ComplianceMSME & Startup India AdvisoryTaxation & Business Structuring

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LLP registration fees in India affordable than you think. It’s the perfect choice for entrepreneurs who want to protect their assets, and scale fast.

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GST on flat purchases in India applies only to under-construction properties. The rate is 1% for affordable housing and 5% for standard residential flats. Both rates apply without Input Tax...

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To change a director in a One Person Company (OPC), obtain the incoming director's DSC and DIN, collect Forms DIR-2 and DIR-8, pass the required resolution, and file Form DIR-12...

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Working in a private company in India means constant struggles with understanding the company's policies. As an employee, it is important to understand your rights and duties to ensure fair...

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A nominee in an OPC is the person chosen to take over its membership if the sole owner dies or becomes incapable of contracting. The owner names the nominee in...

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