How to Set Up GST in Your Restaurant POS
Complete guide to configure CGST + SGST for restaurant billing in India
Understanding GST Slabs for Restaurants
5%
Applies to: Sweets, Tea/Coffee, Packaged food
12%
Applies to: Frozen food, Butter, Cheese
18%
Applies to: Restaurant services, Catering, Most food items
28%
Applies to: Aerated drinks, Energy drinks
Important Note
Restaurant services (dine-in with AC) are typically taxed at 18% GST. This is split equally between CGST (9%) and SGST (9%) for intra-state transactions.
Manual GST Setup Process
Most POS systems require 45-60 minutes of manual configuration
Understand Your Tax Slabs
Identify which GST rate applies to each menu category
Calculate CGST/SGST Split
Divide total GST by 2 for Central and State GST
Configure in POS
Add tax rules for each item category manually
Test Bills
Generate test bills to verify calculations
Common Issues with Manual Setup
- • Incorrect tax calculations leading to compliance issues
- • Time-consuming process for each menu item
- • Needs updates when tax rates change
The EaseMyRestro Advantage
Skip the manual setup completely
Auto-Configuration
Select 'India' during setup. GST rates auto-populate instantly.
Smart Tax Calculation
Automatic CGST/SGST split. Handles inter-state IGST too.
Compliance Ready
GST-compliant invoices. Ready for GST return filing.
Setup Time: 30 seconds
Just select India. We handle the rest.