Chartered Accountant Services for Hardware Engineering Companies in India

Hardware engineering businesses operate at the intersection of design, manufacturing, imports, R&D, and strict regulatory oversight. From prototype development to large-scale production, financial accuracy and compliance discipline are not optional.

At N D Savla & Associates, we work closely with hardware engineering companies, electronics manufacturers, product design firms, and embedded system businesses to manage taxation, accounting, and regulatory compliance without disrupting operations.

Whether you are a startup building prototypes or an established hardware manufacturer scaling production, we provide end-to-end CA support tailored to the hardware engineering sector.


Who This Page Is For

This service is designed for:

  • Hardware engineering companies

  • Electronics & embedded system manufacturers

  • Product design and prototyping firms

  • IoT device manufacturers

  • Industrial equipment and component manufacturers

  • Hardware startups and R&D-driven businesses

If your business involves physical products, BOMs, imports, testing, and manufacturing costs, generic accounting is not enough. You need industry-aware financial management.


Key Accounting & Compliance Challenges in Hardware Engineering

Here’s the reality most hardware engineering firms face:

  • Complex GST treatment on components, sub-assemblies, and finished goods

  • Input tax credit mismatches due to imports and multiple vendors

  • High-value inventory tracking and valuation

  • R&D expenditure accounting and capitalisation

  • Customs duty, IGST on imports, and vendor reconciliation

  • Revenue recognition across design, prototyping, and production stages

  • Frequent audits, assessments, and departmental scrutiny

Our role is to simplify these challenges while keeping your business fully compliant.


Our CA Services for Hardware Engineering Companies

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

  • Industry-specific accounting setup

  • Inventory accounting and valuation

  • BOM cost tracking and margin analysis

  • Monthly MIS and cost reports

2. GST Advisory & Compliance

  • GST registration and classification of goods

  • Input tax credit reconciliation (GSTR-2B)

  • GST returns and audit support

  • Handling GST on imports and job work

3. Income Tax & Tax Planning

  • Corporate tax planning for hardware businesses

  • R&D expenditure treatment and deductions

  • Advance tax computation and compliance

  • Assessment and notice handling

4. Audit & Assurance

  • Statutory audit

  • Tax audit

  • Internal audit for manufacturing controls

  • Process and compliance reviews

5. Import–Export & Customs Support

  • Accounting for customs duty and IGST

  • FEMA compliance for foreign payments

  • Support for import-export documentation

6. Startup & Growth Advisory

  • Entity structuring for hardware startups

  • DPIIT startup recognition support

  • Financial projections and fundraising readiness

  • Compliance support for scaling operations


Why Hardware Engineering Companies Choose N D Savla & Associates

What really matters is not just compliance, but understanding how hardware businesses work.

  • Experience working with manufacturing and engineering-driven companies

  • Clear understanding of inventory, cost structures, and margins

  • Strong GST and audit expertise

  • Transparent processes and clear communication

  • Dedicated support for growing and scaling businesses

We don’t push templates. We align our work with how your engineering and operations teams function.


When Should You Engage a CA for Hardware Engineering Compliance?

You should speak to a CA if:

  • You are moving from prototype to production

  • Your GST input credits are frequently mismatching

  • You deal with imports, job work, or contract manufacturing

  • You are planning to raise funds or scale manufacturing

  • You have received tax or GST notices

Early involvement prevents costly mistakes later

FAQs – CA Services for Hardware Engineering Companies

Do hardware engineering companies need GST registration?
Yes. Most hardware businesses dealing in goods, manufacturing, or interstate sales require GST registration.

How is GST handled on imported components?
IGST paid at the time of import is eligible for input tax credit, subject to proper documentation and reconciliation.

Can R&D expenses be claimed as deductions?
Yes, subject to income tax provisions and proper classification between revenue and capital expenditure.

Do hardware startups need audits?
Audit requirements depend on turnover, entity type, and statutory thresholds. We evaluate this case-by-case.

Can you support hardware startups with funding readiness?
Yes. We assist with financial structuring, projections, compliance, and investor documentation.