GST no longer just for B Com grads, says Commissioner (In-Situ) Dasari

Hyderabad: Formany graduates, taxation appears to be a complicated world of calculations and legal jargon. But Commissioner (In-Situ) Dasari Balaiah said that perception is outdated. In an interview with The Hans India, the IRS officer explains that modern GST compliance is largely digital, automated and driven by online systems rather than manual arithmetic.

City & Local Guides He said the growing GST ecosystem has created significant opportunities in both government and private sectors, from GST Inspector posts through the SSC-CGL route to careers as GST practitioners, indirect tax analysts and compliance executives in Hyderabad’s corporate hubs.

Dasari also emphasizes that non-commerce graduates can enter the field by acquiring practical GST and accounting skills. His message to students from rural Telangana is clear: competitive exams and digital platforms do not judge a candidate’s background, but their preparation, technical literacy and confidence to seize emerging opportunities.

Q) Is GST really difficult for young graduates?

Dasari said the biggest misconception is that GST is a manual arithmetic-heavy field. Modern compliance is largely automated and portal-driven, while professionals are expected to understand rules and maintain digital accuracy. As GST touches every stage of business—from suppliers to retailers—it continues to generate employment opportunities across Telangana.

Q) What government career options are available?

South Asians & Diaspora Graduates from any stream can appear for the SSC-CGL examination. Successful candidates can join CBIC as Inspector of Central Tax (GST Inspector), Tax Assistant, or Executive Assistant, handling audits, compliance, data tracking and administrative operations.

Q) How can one become a GST Practitioner?

Under Section 48 of the CGST Act, graduates in Commerce, Law, Banking, Business Administration or Business Management can apply through the GST portal, obtain enrollment after verification, and clear the NACIN qualifying examination within two years.

Source : https://www.thehansindia.com/telangana/gst-no-longer-just-for-b-com-grads-says-commissioner-in-situ-dasari-1093033