Short answer: Because procurement teams have rejected gifting vendors over missing paperwork before, and I never wanted that to happen to us. Every Meru Gifting order ships with a proper GST invoice, and we're a registered GeM vendor, so PSU and government buyers can place a compliant order without a separate approval fight.
Updated September 2026.
Why do I talk about GST invoicing on a gifting website?
Because early on we lost a large order — not on price, not on design, but because our paperwork wasn't tight enough for the client's finance team to approve it. I decided after that to make GST invoicing and GeM registration a standard part of how we operate, not an afterthought we scramble to produce when someone asks.
What does a GST invoice from Meru Gifting actually include?
Our GSTIN, a line-item breakdown of the products ordered, applicable GST rate, and the total — everything a finance or accounts team needs to book the expense correctly. It's issued on every order, whether it's 50 branded diaries or a single bespoke Dharohar piece.
What does GeM registration mean for a government or PSU buyer?
It means you can source from us through the Government e-Marketplace using your organisation's own procurement process, without needing a separate off-platform vendor approval. We've supplied institutions this way alongside our regular corporate clients.
Does a gift qualify for input tax credit?
No. Under Section 17(5)(h) of the CGST Act, GST input tax credit on goods given away as gifts is blocked — this applies regardless of which vendor you buy from. We still issue a full GST invoice for your accounting records; ask your CA how to treat it on your books.
Is there a tax-free limit on employee gifts?
| Rule | What it means |
|---|---|
| ₹5,000 per employee per financial year | Exempt as a perquisite under Income-tax Rule 3(7)(iv); the excess above this is taxable in the employee's hands. |
| Gifts above ₹50,000 in a year | Treated as a supply under GST rules. |
| ITC on gifted goods | Blocked under Section 17(5)(h) of the CGST Act, regardless of invoice. |
These are general rules; confirm the specifics with your CA before finalising a company-wide gifting budget.
PU Diary with Gold Trim and Magnetic Clasp (8030-25)₹450 · MOQ 50 branded
Stainless Steel Bottle with Gift Box 1000 ml (MGH 2061)₹850 · MOQ 50 branded
Corporate Travel Desk Hamper₹8,999 · MOQ 50 branded
Lekhan Personalised Leather Stationery Set₹2,999 · MOQ 50 branded
Which procurement checklist do I tell buyers to run before placing a bulk order?
Where does this fit into how you'd compare two gifting vendors?
Vendor with GST + GeM in place
- Invoice ready without a follow-up request
- Usable by PSU/government buyers on GeM
- Finance approval is usually faster
Vendor without formal registration
- May need extra back-and-forth for invoicing
- Not usable for GeM-routed procurement
- Can still be fine for small, informal orders
Need a GST-compliant gifting vendor for procurement?
Send your order size and whether you're routing this through GeM, and I'll get the paperwork sorted before we talk products.
Does Meru Gifting provide GST invoices?
Yes, every order — branded bulk or bespoke artisanal — ships with a GST invoice showing our GSTIN and a full line-item breakdown.
Is Meru Gifting a registered GeM vendor?
Yes, we're registered on the Government e-Marketplace, so PSU and government buyers can order through their own procurement process.
Can a company claim GST input tax credit on corporate gifts?
No. ITC on gifted goods is blocked under Section 17(5)(h) of the CGST Act, regardless of the vendor. Confirm treatment with your CA.
What is the tax-free limit for employee gifts in India?
₹5,000 per employee per financial year is exempt as a perquisite under Income-tax Rule 3(7)(iv); anything above that is taxable in the employee's hands.
Do gifts above a certain value count as a GST supply?
Yes, gifts above ₹50,000 to an individual in a year are treated as a supply under GST rules.
