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Transfer Pricing Services in India
If your business deals with international or inter-company transactions, Transfer Pricing compliance is not optional.
OverviewTransfer Pricing regulations ensure that businesses pricing goods, services, or intangibles across related entities (within or outside India) follow arm’s length principles. Incorrect pricing may lead to tax penalties, disallowances, or audit scrutiny. Start Bharat helps you navigate this complex territory through proper documentation, functional analysis, benchmarking studies, and reporting — all handled in compliance with Indian Income Tax Act and global OECD guidelines.
Who Is This For?Start Bharat’s transfer pricing service is perfect for companies with related-party transactions, especially in international or inter-group setups.
Indian Subsidiaries of Foreign Parent Companies
Businesses operating in India that pay royalties, management fees, or share resources with their global HQ
Group Entities With Shared Services or Inter-Company Loans
Companies with multiple branches or associated firms exchanging support services or internal capital.
Exporters, Importers, and Cross-Border Service Providers
Firms invoicing foreign clients within their own group or making related-party imports.
Contract Manufacturers or R&D Centres in India
Companies producing goods or services for their parent entity and paid on cost-plus or margin-based models.
Startups With Global Investors or Holding Companies
Indian startups receiving funding or services from foreign group companies or offering software licenses across borders.
Solutions OfferedStart Bharat offers end-to-end services for Transfer Pricing compliance and strategic documentation.
- Review of Related Party Transactions & TP Applicability
- Functional, Assets & Risk (FAR) Analysis
- Selection of Most Appropriate Transfer Pricing Method
- Preparation of Local File & Master File Documentation
- Benchmarking Analysis Using Global TP Databases
- TP Policy Design and Invoicing Support
- Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) Advisory
- TP Audit Support & Department Liaison
Benefits A well-managed transfer pricing strategy protects your group against tax litigation, double taxation, and business disruption.
Avoids Heavy Penalties & Interest on Tax Adjustments
Non-compliance may attract up to 100–200% penalty of tax underpaid — we ensure full prevention.
Reduces Litigation Risk With Bulletproof Documentation
Our reports and benchmarking are built to withstand detailed scrutiny and audit verification.
Creates Transparency With Tax Authorities
A clear pricing model backed by data ensures better trust and faster return processing.
Supports Global Expansion Without Tax Hurdles
Multinational structures need clean documentation to avoid double taxation or disallowances.
Enables Peace of Mind for Finance Teams & Investors
Transfer pricing issues can block funds and stress CFOs — we eliminate that risk.
Essential for Businesses With Royalties, IP or Management Fees
These are high-risk TP items — and clean compliance ensures they don’t get disallowed.
Step-by-Step ProcessStart Bharat delivers structured TP compliance across four actionable steps.
Identify & Classify Related-Party Transactions
We list every transaction with group entities, define type, value, and transfer pricing applicability.
Conduct FAR Analysis & Select TP Method
We analyze functions, risks, and assets of each party and choose the suitable TP method accordingly.
Prepare Documentation, Report & Filing
We create Form 3CEB, TP report, benchmarking analysis, and submit within the due timeline.
Support Audits or Plan APA/Safe Harbour If Needed
We offer audit support and advise if long-term APA or Safe Harbour route is beneficial for the group.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve amassed a large number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)
It’s the pricing of goods/services between related entities. Indian law requires it to follow the arm’s length principle with proper documentation.
Any business that has transactions with associated enterprises — within India or outside — must comply if value crosses specified limits.
Form 3CEB must be filed along with ITR. TP report includes benchmarking, FAR analysis, and justification of pricing method.
No. Specified domestic transactions (SDTs) also require TP if they meet threshold and related-party definition.
No. You must use one of the prescribed TP methods and justify it with proper benchmarking and data.
Your expenses may get disallowed, profit may be artificially increased, and you could face penalties or scrutiny.