How to Create a Company in Tally Prime? - Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Last Updated: August 19, 2026 | Reading Time: 8 minutes
Welcome to the most comprehensive guide on "How to Create a Company in Tally Prime?" - the first step to using Tally for your business.
1. Introduction to Company Creation
Creating a company in Tally Prime is the first step to using the software. You need to set up basic information like company name, address, financial year, and GST details.
2. Step 1: Open Tally Prime
- Double-click on the Tally Prime icon to open.
- You will see the Company Info screen.
- If no company exists, you will be prompted to Create a Company.
3. Step 2: Company Creation Screen
- In the Company Info screen, click on "Create Company".
- Alternatively, press Alt + K to open the Company Creation screen.
- You will see the Company Creation form.
4. Step 3: Enter Basic Company Details
Required Fields:
- Company Name: Enter your business name.
- Address: Enter full business address.
- Phone Number: Enter contact number.
- Email: Enter business email.
- PIN Code: Enter area PIN code.
- State: Select state from the list.
5. Step 4: Set Financial Year
- In the "Financial Year" field, enter the start date.
- Format: DD-MM-YYYY (e.g., 01-04-2025).
- In the "Books From" field, enter the accounting start date.
- Click "Accept" to confirm.
6. Step 5: GST Settings
- In the "Enable GST" option, select "Yes".
- Enter the GST Registration Number.
- Select GST Registration Type (Regular/Composition).
- Select State for GST.
- Configure GST Rate and HSN/SAC codes.
7. Step 6: Save and Open
- Review all the details entered.
- Press Enter or click "Accept".
- The company will be created.
- Tally will automatically open the new company.
- You can now start accounting.
8. Frequently Asked Questions
❓ How to create a company in Tally Prime?
Open Tally → Company Info → Create Company → Enter details → Save.
❓ How to set financial year in Tally?
In the Company Creation screen, enter the Financial Year start date and Books From date.
❓ How to enable GST in Tally Prime?
In the Company Creation screen, select "Yes" for Enable GST and enter your GST details.