About This Course
Tally Prime is India's most widely used accounting and business management software, trusted by millions of businesses from small enterprises to large corporations for financial management, GST compliance, inventory tracking, and payroll processing. For accounting professionals, finance students, and business owners, proficiency in Tally Prime is an essential, career-defining skill.
With the introduction of GST in India, Tally has become the go-to solution for GST-compliant accounting and automated GST return preparation. Businesses across every sector — retail, trading, manufacturing, services — use Tally for day-to-day accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting.
This comprehensive Tally Prime course covers everything from initial company setup and basic voucher entry to advanced features including GST configuration, multiple currency transactions, payroll processing, inventory management, and MIS reporting. You'll also learn data backup/restore, audit trails, and user access controls.
Career opportunities for Tally-trained professionals are abundant: accountants, finance assistants, GST practitioners, bookkeepers, and accounting managers across every business sector seek Tally skills. This is one of the most reliable and immediately employable skill sets for commerce and accounting professionals.
Course Syllabus – 10 Modules (35–40 hours)
Our structured curriculum is designed to take you from foundational concepts to advanced, practical application. Each module builds on the previous one, ensuring comprehensive understanding and skill development.
Accounting Fundamentals & Tally Introduction
Basic accounting concepts: assets, liabilities, income, expenses, equity. Types of accounts, double-entry bookkeeping, debit/credit rules. Tally Prime installation, company creation, financial year setup, chart of accounts (COA) structure: groups and ledgers. Understanding Tally's predefined groups.
Ledger Management & Voucher Entry
Creating ledgers under appropriate groups, ledger configuration (GST details, bank details, credit terms). Types of vouchers: payment, receipt, contra, journal, purchase, sales. Voucher entry: numbering, dates, narrations. Viewing daybook, ledger statements. Editing and deleting entries. Keyboard shortcuts for fast entry.
Bank Reconciliation & Cash Management
Bank account ledger setup, recording bank transactions, BRS (Bank Reconciliation Statement) in Tally. Auto bank reconciliation with imported bank statements. Petty cash management, cash flow statement basics. Multiple bank accounts, inter-bank transfers. Reconciliation report generation.
Sales & Purchase Management
Purchase and sales voucher detailed entry, party ledgers with GST details. Credit and debit notes for returns. Purchase orders and sales orders linking. Delivery notes and receipts. Party outstandings: creditors and debtors aging analysis. Interest calculation on outstanding balances.
GST Configuration & Compliance
GST fundamentals: CGST, SGST, IGST, composition scheme. GST ledger and stock group setup in Tally. GST in purchases and sales: automatic tax calculation, HSN codes, GSTIN management. GST reports: GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-2A reconciliation. E-invoicing basics, input tax credit (ITC) tracking.
Inventory Management
Stock groups, categories, and items creation. Units of measure, alternate units, compound units. Stock vouchers: receipts, issues, delivery notes, material in/out. Godown (warehouse) management, batch tracking, serial number tracking. Valuation methods: FIFO, LIFO, Average cost. Stock aging analysis, slow-moving items report.
TDS & TCS in Tally
TDS configuration: nature of payment, deductee types, TDS ledgers. Deducting TDS in payment vouchers, TDS payable calculation. TCS configuration for applicable transactions. TDS reports: TDS payable report, TDS certificates. Form 26Q, 27Q basic understanding. Corrections and revisions.
Payroll Management in Tally
Employee master creation: employee categories, groups, attendance types, pay heads. Payroll configuration: salary structure, PF, ESI, PT, income tax. Attendance entry, payroll processing, salary slip generation. Payroll reports: pay sheet, PF report, ESI report. Payroll statutory compliance overview.
MIS Reports & Financial Statements
Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss account in Tally, Trial Balance. Ratio analysis in Tally, budget vs actual reporting, cost center/profit center analysis. Cash and fund flow statements. Multi-period comparison reports, export to Excel for further analysis. Customizing report formats for management.
Data Security, Backup & Advanced Features
User management: creating user roles and permissions, audit log, password policies. Data backup and restore procedures, split year data, data migration between Tally versions. Tally Vault (data encryption). Remote access to Tally data, Tally on Cloud basics. Data export for auditors: audit file creation.
Career Opportunities After This Course
Upon completing this course, you'll be equipped for a range of rewarding career paths:
- Job Roles: Accountant, Finance Assistant, GST Practitioner, Bookkeeper, Accounts Manager, Tax Consultant
- Salary Range: ₹2.5–5 LPA (accountant) to ₹6–12 LPA (senior accountant/finance manager)
- Industries: IT, manufacturing, banking, healthcare, consulting, government, and more
- Work Options: Full-time employment, consulting, freelancing, remote work
Tools & Technologies Covered
You'll gain hands-on experience with the industry-standard tools that professionals use every day:
Who Should Take This Course?
- Students and fresh graduates looking to build industry-relevant skills
- Working professionals seeking to upskill or change career direction
- Entrepreneurs and business owners wanting to leverage technology
- IT professionals expanding their skill portfolio
- Anyone with a genuine interest in this field and commitment to learning
Training Methodology
Our training is 100% practical and project-based. Each module includes concept explanation, live demonstrations, hands-on exercises, mini-projects, and doubt-clearing sessions. Sessions are available on weekdays (2 hrs/day) and weekends (4 hrs/day), with recordings available for 3 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior experience?
No prior experience is required for beginner-level courses. We start from the absolute basics and build progressively. Students with existing knowledge will benefit from the advanced modules.
What are the batch timings?
We offer weekday batches (Mon–Fri, 2 hours/day) and weekend batches (Sat–Sun, 4 hours/day). Online and hybrid options are available. Contact us for the current batch schedule.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, upon successful completion of all modules and the final project assessment, you'll receive an industry-recognized certificate from Optimetrik Digital.
Is placement support available?
Yes, we provide resume building, mock interviews, LinkedIn optimization, and job referrals for top-performing students through our hiring partner network.
Are classes online or offline?
Both options available. Live online sessions via video conferencing and in-person at our Coimbatore center. All sessions are recorded and accessible for 3 months.
