Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

    How to sell on Meesho from Varanasi

    Meesho has zero commission — you only pay shipping + 2.5% payment gateway. It's the cheapest marketplace to start on and dominates Tier-3/4 cities. This 2026 step-by-step guide covers GST, registration, onboarding, and the first 90 days for Varanasi sellers.

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    Signup time
    1–2 days
    Commission
    0% (only logistics + payment gateway fees)
    Payout cycle
    15 days
    Varanasi brands managed
    12+

    What you need before applying

    • GST OR GST-exemption certificate for handicrafts
    • PAN
    • Bank account
    • Mobile + email

    For Varanasi sellers: GST registration is handled by the local CGST commissionerate. Average processing time is 7–10 working days.

    Step-by-step: selling on Meesho from Varanasi

    1. 1

      Sign up on Supplier Panel

      Visit supplier.meesho.com. Onboarding is the simplest of any marketplace — 4 steps and 30 minutes.

    2. 2

      Bulk upload your catalog

      Meesho's strength is high-volume low-AOV categories. Use the bulk catalog template — upload 100+ SKUs in one go.

    3. 3

      Price for the Meesho buyer

      Average AOV is ₹250–₹450. Price 30–40% below Amazon/Flipkart for the same SKU to win the buy-box.

    4. 4

      Enable Smart Pricing

      Meesho's auto-pricing tool matches your price to competitors automatically. Critical because the platform's algorithm heavily favors lowest price.

    5. 5

      Run Meesho Ads (optional)

      Meesho Ads is a newer program with low CPC (₹2–₹8). Useful for new SKU launches but not required to scale.

    Top Meesho categories for Varanasi sellers

    Varanasi's strongest categories (Banarasi Sarees, Brassware, Religious Goods) overlap well with Meesho's buyer demand in Apparel (women), Home decor, Kitchen.

    High-demand on Meesho

    • Apparel (women)
    • Home decor
    • Kitchen
    • Beauty
    • Footwear

    Varanasi strengths

    • Banarasi Sarees
    • Brassware
    • Religious Goods
    • Wooden Toys

    FAQ — selling on Meesho from Varanasi

    Is Meesho really 0% commission?

    Yes — Meesho charges no commission. You pay only logistics (₹50–₹90 per order, deducted from buyer-paid shipping) and 2.5% payment gateway fees.

    What returns rate should I plan for on Meesho?

    Apparel return rates on Meesho average 30–40% due to size/fit issues and COD reversals. Price your unit economics with 35% return loss.

    Where do I get GST registration in Varanasi?

    GST registration in Varanasi is handled by the local CGST commissionerate. Apply online at gst.gov.in — the entire process is digital and takes 7–10 working days. You'll need PAN, Aadhaar, bank statement, business address proof, and a digital signature.

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