Retail Billing Software and POS for Shops

Quick counter billing, accurate stock and an online store for your regular customers, all in one browser-based app.

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Common challenges for retail shops

Queues at peak hours

Searching items by name slows billing when the shop is busy.

Stock that doesn't match

Unbilled items, returns and unrecorded purchases throw stock off.

Credit customers

Regulars who pay later need a clear, up-to-date account.

Competition from online

Customers compare with apps and marketplaces and expect to order from their phone.

GST on small bills

Many small B2C bills still need correct GST and records for returns.

Owner away from the shop

You want to see today's sales without calling the counter.

VelBooks POS for Retail Shops

Add VelBooks POS for fast counter billing on an Android tablet or phone.

  • Item tiles, barcode scanning and item-code search
  • Held bills, discounts, per-item GST and round-off
  • Cash, UPI QR, card or split payments
  • Thermal receipt, WhatsApp bill and cash drawer
  • Multiple counters and branches
  • Works offline and syncs later

See everything in VelBooks POS · How offline billing works

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VelBooks POS billing screen: item tiles with categories, favourites and most-sold tabs, a search and scan box, and the current bill with GST, discount, round-off and Cash, UPI and Card buttons
VelBooks POS billing screen (bakery example). Item tiles, category tabs, held bills and the current bill with per-item GST.

Payments, receipts and the day's numbers

VelBooks POS payment window: Cash, UPI, Card and Split tabs, cash tendered with change to return, a UPI QR code to scan, and options to print the receipt, send the bill on WhatsApp and open the cash drawer
Collect payment: cash with change, UPI QR, card or split, plus WhatsApp bill and cash drawer options (bakery example).
VelBooks POS day-summary dashboard: today's sales, bills, average bill value, items sold, hourly sales chart, payment-mode split, top sellers, category-wise sales, low-stock alert and recent bills from all counters
Day summary: hourly sales, payment modes, top sellers and low stock. Figures are sample data (bakery example).

POS add-on pricing: contact us / WhatsApp for current price

VelBooks POS is a separate add-on to a VelBooks plan. The plans are Basic ₹299, Gold ₹499 and Elite ₹799 per month + 18% GST (introductory). Tell us how many counters and branches your counter needs and we will share the current POS price. See VelBooks pricing.

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How VelBooks helps retail shops

  • Barcode billing for faster, accurate checkout
  • GST invoices for B2C and B2B customers, with HSN and tax split
  • Stock updates automatically with every sale and purchase
  • Customer accounts for credit sales and payments
  • Online store so customers can order from their phones
  • Check sales and stock from any device, in your language

Try it with your own items

Sign up at app.velbooks.com, add a few of your products and make real bills. The 30-day free trial includes the full app.

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Retail billing and GST: what to know

Small B2C bills

Under Rule 46, if a sale is below ₹200, the buyer is unregistered and doesn't ask for an invoice, you may issue one consolidated tax invoice for such sales at the end of the day. Most shops still bill every sale, which keeps stock accurate.

Composition scheme

Retailers with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore (₹75 lakh in some special category states) can opt for the composition scheme and pay 1% tax on turnover. Composition dealers issue a bill of supply, can't charge GST to customers, can't claim input tax credit and generally can't make inter-state sales.

GST 2.0 rate changes

Since 22 September 2025, many everyday items such as soaps, shampoos, toothpaste, packaged foods and household articles moved to 5%. Make sure your item master reflects the current rate. See GST 2.0 rates for retailers.

Sources: CGST Rule 46, PIB: GST Council recommendations.

Questions to ask before choosing software

Every business in this trade has its own way of working. Before you pick any billing software (including ours), check these points with the vendor. We are happy to show you how VelBooks handles each one for your items.

  • How fast is billing when you scan 20 items?
  • Can it handle both GST and composition (bill of supply) billing?
  • Does it work on the computers and phones you already have?
  • How do returns and exchanges update stock?
  • Can customers order online, and where do those orders go?
  • What does it cost per month, including GST?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best billing software for a retail shop?
Look for fast barcode billing, correct GST invoices, automatic stock updates, customer credit tracking and an easy way to take online orders. VelBooks offers all of these in one browser-based app with a 30-day free trial.
Can I use VelBooks on my shop computer and my phone?
Yes. VelBooks runs in the browser on desktop, laptop, tablet and mobile, with an internet connection.
Does VelBooks work for small retail shops?
Yes. It is simple enough for a single-counter shop, with monthly plans from ₹299 + GST.
Is there a POS for retail shops in VelBooks?
Yes. VelBooks POS is an add-on for counter billing: item tiles, barcode or item-code search, held bills, per-item GST, Cash/UPI QR/card/split payments, thermal receipts, WhatsApp bills, cash drawer, multiple counters and branches. POS add-on pricing: contact us / WhatsApp for current price.
Does VelBooks POS work without internet?
Yes. VelBooks POS works offline and syncs bills automatically when the connection returns. The main VelBooks web app needs an internet connection.

Run billing, stock and your online store from one app

Sign up at app.velbooks.com and use the full app free for 30 days. Questions first? Call or WhatsApp us.

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