Compliant Service Agreements
Watertight contracts that correctly define the independent contractor relationship, protect IP, and withstand scrutiny from Indian tax and labour authorities.
Zero misclassification risk
Manage India contractors
Manage India contractors
without the legal risk
From compliant service agreements to invoice processing and TDS deductions — we give you a clean, structured framework for engaging independent contractors across India.
The Service
Contractor flexibility, employee-level structure
Independent contractors give you workforce flexibility — but poorly structured engagements in India carry misclassification risk, TDS compliance gaps, and GST complications. Our Contractor Management service wraps your contractor relationships in a legally sound framework.
We draft watertight service agreements, handle TDS deductions and Form 16A issuance, manage invoice collection, and maintain the audit trail your finance team needs.
0
Misclassification cases
100%
TDS compliance rate
48 hrs
Contract turnaround
500+
Active contractors managed
Why Us
End-to-end contractor lifecycle management
From onboarding a new contractor to closing out a project — every step structured and compliant.
TDS Deduction & Filing
Section 194C/194J TDS deducted at source, quarterly returns filed on time, and Form 16A issued to contractors after each financial year.
Invoice Processing
We collect, verify, and process contractor invoices against agreed milestones — ensuring timely payments and a clean accounts-payable record.
GST Management
We verify contractor GST registrations, validate invoices for ITC eligibility, and flag any compliance gaps before they become your problem.
Convert to Employee
When a contractor is ready to go full-time, we handle the transition to our EOR service — same platform, no disruption to the working relationship.
Single Dashboard
View all your India contractors — active engagements, upcoming renewals, invoice statuses, and TDS summaries — in one consolidated view.
How It Works
Engaging a contractor in four steps
From first contact to active engagement — structured, compliant, and fast.
Share contractor details
Provide the contractor’s name, PAN, service type, fee, and engagement period. We assess the correct TDS section and GST treatment.
We draft the service agreement
A compliant, role-specific contract is prepared and sent to both parties for e-signature within 48 hours.
Invoices processed & payments made
Contractor submits invoice → we verify → TDS deducted → net payment transferred. Full audit trail maintained.
Compliance handled quarterly & annually
We file quarterly TDS returns, issue Form 16A after year-end, and flag any changes in applicable tax rates or regulations.
Everything Included
One fee. Every contractor obligation covered.
No add-ons for TDS filings, Form 16A, or contract renewals.
Service agreement drafting & e-signing
TDS deduction at source (194C/194J)
Quarterly TDS returns (Form 26Q)
Annual Form 16A issuance
Invoice collection & verification
GST invoice validation
Contract renewals & amendments
Engagement termination & closure
FAQs
Common contractor questions
Still have questions? Contact us and we’ll respond within one business day.
What is misclassification risk in India?
Misclassification occurs when a worker is engaged as a contractor but the nature of the work resembles employment — fixed hours, single client, employer-directed work. Indian authorities can reclassify the relationship, triggering back-payment of PF, ESI, and gratuity. Our contracts and engagement structures are designed to correctly reflect independent contractor relationships.
Which TDS section applies to contractors?
Section 194C applies to contracts for work (1% for individuals, 2% for companies). Section 194J applies to professional or technical services (10%). We assess the correct section based on the nature of services and apply the right rate automatically.
Do contractors need to have GST registration?
GST registration is mandatory for contractors whose annual turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (₹10 lakhs in special category states). For inter-state services, registration is required regardless of turnover. We verify each contractor’s GST status and advise accordingly.
Can you manage both employees and contractors on the same account?
Yes. Many of our clients use both our EOR service for full-time employees and our Contractor Management service for project-based or specialist engagements. Both are managed through the same account and your dedicated HR manager oversees all relationships.
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Compliant contractor management starts today
Watertight contracts, zero TDS surprises, and a single dashboard for every engagement.