How to create company account in Tally Prime step by step guide for beginners 2026

How to creat company account in tally prime 2026

How to Create Company Account in Tally (Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners – 2026)

How to create company account in Tally Prime is one of the first steps every beginner should learn before starting accounting. In this step by step guide, we will explain the complete company creation process clearly.
       If you are starting a business or learning accounting, Tally company account creation is the first and most important step.

In this complete guide, I will show you how to create a company in Tally Prime step-by-step, with easy explanations and image prompts.

Why Creating a Company in Tally is Important?

Before entering sales, purchase, GST, or expenses, you must first create your company profile in Tally.

✔ Store business details
✔ Maintain accounts properly
✔ Enable GST & tax features
✔ Generate reports easily

Step 1: Open Tally Prime Software

After installing Tally Prime:

  1. Double-click on Tally Prime icon

  2. Gateway of Tally screen will open

  3. Press Alt + K (Company)

Tally Prime Gateway screen showing company menu option for creating a new company account

Step 2: Select “Create Company”

Now:

  1. Click on Create Company

  2. Company Creation screen will appear

Tally Prime create company screen with company name, address, state and financial year details fields

Step 3: Enter Company Details

Fill all required details carefully:

 Basic Details

  • Company Name

  • Mailing Name

  • Address

  • State

  • Country

  • Pincode

  • Contact Number

  • Email ID

Financial Year Details

  • Financial Year Beginning (Example: 01-04-2025)

  • Books Beginning From

💡 Tip: In India, Financial Year starts from 1st April.

Step 4: Enable GST (If Applicable)

If your business is registered under GST:

  1. Set “Enable Goods and Services Tax (GST)” → Yes

  2. Enter:

    • GST Number

    • State

    • Registration Type

If not registered → Keep it “No”

Step 5: Set Security & Save

Optional but Recommended:

  • Enable Security Control → Yes

  • Create Username

  • Create Password

Finally:

 Press Ctrl + A to Save

Your company is now successfully created!

Company Created Successfully!

Now you can:

✔ Create Ledgers
✔ Enter Sales & Purchase
✔ Manage GST
✔ Generate Profit & Loss Report
✔ View Balance Sheet

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Wrong Financial Year
❌ Incorrect GST Number
❌ Not enabling security
❌ Wrong state selection

Always double-check before saving.

FAQs About Tally Company Creation

Can I create multiple companies in Tally?

Yes, Tally allows multiple company accounts.

Yes, go to:
Alt + K → Alter Company

No. Only if your business is GST registered.

Conclusion

Creating a company in Tally is the foundation of proper accounting.
Follow the above step-by-step method carefully and your company will be ready within 5 minutes.

If you are a beginner, practice once in demo mode.

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