1️⃣ How to Choose the Best Product Category
✅ Step 1: Research Trending & Profitable Products
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Amazon Best Sellers → https://www.amazon.in/gp/bestsellers/
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Flipkart Trending Products → https://www.flipkart.com/
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Meesho Hot-Selling Products → https://supplier.meesho.com/
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Google Trends (Search Demand Analysis) → https://trends.google.com/
✅ Step 2: Choose a Profitable Niche
Look for products that:
✔ Have high demand but low competition.
✔ Are lightweight & easy to ship (avoid bulky items).
✔ Have good profit margins (at least 30-50%).
✅ Step 3: Avoid Restricted or High-Competition Categories
Some categories require extra approval on platforms.
🔴 High-competition products: Electronics, Mobile Accessories, and Branded Apparel.
✅ Good beginner-friendly categories:
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Fashion & Clothing (Sarees, Kurtis, T-shirts)
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Home & Kitchen (Storage Boxes, Kitchen Tools)
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Beauty & Personal Care (Skincare, Haircare)
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Health & Wellness (Yoga Mats, Supplements)
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Toys & Baby Products (Soft Toys, Kids’ Essentials)
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Automobile Accessories (Car Covers, Bike Helmets)
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2️⃣ How to Set Up Your Online Store on Amazon, Flipkart & Meesho
💼 Step 1: Register as a Seller
Visit the seller portals:
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Amazon Seller Central → https://sellercentral.amazon.in/
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Flipkart Seller Hub → https://seller.flipkart.com/
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Meesho Supplier Panel → https://supplier.meesho.com/
Requirements:
✔ GST Number (except for some categories like books, handicrafts)
✔ PAN Card
✔ Bank Account
✔ Business Address
🛒 Step 2: List Your Products
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Click "Add a Product" on your seller dashboard.
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Upload high-quality images (white background preferred).
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Add an SEO-friendly title & description.
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Set a competitive price (check competitors' pricing).
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Choose the right category & keywords to improve search visibility.
📦 Step 3: Choose a Fulfillment Method
🔹 Amazon Fulfillment (FBA - Fulfilled by Amazon) → https://services.amazon.in/services/fulfilment-by-amazon.html
🔹 Flipkart Fulfillment (Flipkart Smart Fulfillment) → https://seller.flipkart.com/fbf-fulfillment
🔹 Self-Ship → You handle storage & shipping (best for beginners with limited stock).
🔹 Meesho Logistic Support → Meesho picks up & delivers your orders.
📈 Step 4: Start Selling & Promote Your Products
✔ Offer discounts & deals to attract first customers.
✔ Use Amazon Ads & Flipkart Ads to boost visibility.
✔ Encourage customer reviews for better rankings.
✔ Participate in sales & seasonal promotions.