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Logistics business in India 2026: what a 3PL needs

CalcGuru · calcguru.in Free Intermediate India

An August 2026 guide to the asset-light logistics business (a 3PL that owns no fleet): GST registration in each state of operation, common carrier registration, transporter ID for e-way bills, and the fact that the 12% GST option for transport agencies ended on 22 September 2025.

  • A bundled logistics price is taxed at 18% as one supply.
  • Common carrier registration applies even if you own no truck.
  • Working capital is the real constraint: payment cycles run long.
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  1. How do I start a logistics or transport company in India?

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