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GST E-Invoice Services by Tax Pal Solutions

Streamline Your GST Compliance with Ease

Simplify your GST operations with fast, accurate, and real-time e-invoice generation. Tax Pal Solutions helps you generate GST e-invoices, obtain instant IRNs, integrate seamlessly with GSTN & IRP portals, and ensures error-free compliance—keeping your business protected from penalties.

Key Features of Our GST E-Invoice Service

Feature Description
Instant IRN Generation Get a unique Invoice Reference Number (IRN) for each invoice in real-time.
Full GSTN & IRP Integration Directly integrate your billing or ERP system with government portals.
Auto Validation Automatic verification of invoice data for accuracy and compliance.
Real-Time Error Detection Identify and resolve issues instantly with expert support.
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Understanding GST E-Invoice

GST E-Invoice is not creating invoices on the GST portal, but reporting invoices generated in your accounting or billing software to the Invoice Registration Portal (IRP) for validation. The IRP:

  1. Validates invoice data.
  2. Generates a unique IRN.
  3. Digitally signs the invoice.
  4. Attaches a QR code for verification.

This ensures standardized data, real-time B2B reporting, and seamless GST compliance.

Why E-Invoicing Was Introduced

  • Prevent Tax Evasion: Reduces the risk of fake invoices.
  • Automate Compliance: Directly populates GSTR-1, saving time and minimizing errors.
  • Improve ITC Matching: Accurate Input Tax Credit reconciliation between buyers and sellers.
  • Standardize Data: Uniform invoice format across businesses.
  • Enable Faster Refunds: Real-time reporting accelerates GST refund processing.

Essential GST E-Invoice Terms

Term Definition
IRP Central government portal for invoice validation.
IRN Unique 64-character Invoice Reference Number for each valid invoice.
QR Code Embedded barcode containing invoice details for quick verification.
JSON Standardized format to submit invoice data to IRP.

Who Needs GST E-Invoice?

E-invoicing is mandatory for GST-registered businesses whose aggregate turnover exceeds ₹5 crore in any preceding financial year. PAN-based rules apply across all branches.

Types of GST Invoices

Invoice Type Purpose Key Features
Tax Invoice Charge GST on goods/services Includes GSTIN, invoice number, HSN/SAC, tax rate, and buyer details
Bill of Supply GST not applicable Used by composition dealers; no tax amount
Receipt Voucher Advance payment received Captures advance amount and GST details
Refund Voucher Cancelled or non-supplied advance Links to receipt voucher; tax reversal applied
Payment Voucher Reverse charge payments Contains supplier, tax rate, and payment details
Credit Note Reduce invoice amount post-issuance Adjusts taxable value and tax liability downward
Debit Note Increase invoice amount post-issuance Adjusts taxable value and tax liability upward
ISD Invoice Input Service Distributor ITC distribution Includes ITC allocation and recipient GSTIN

Calculating Aggregate Turnover

Component Included Example Amount (₹)
Taxable Supplies Yes 80,00,000
Exempt Supplies Yes 5,00,000
Exports Yes 10,00,000
Inter-State Supplies Yes 5,00,000
Subtotal   1,00,00,000
Less: GST Components No 10,00,000
Aggregate Turnover   90,00,000

Transactions Requiring E-Invoice

  • B2B supplies to registered businesses
  • Exports (with/without IGST)
  • Supplies to SEZ units
  • Deemed exports
  • Reverse charge B2B transactions
  • Credit and Debit Notes for B2B transactions

Exemptions from GST E-Invoice

  • SEZ units (certain cases)
  • Banks, NBFCs, and financial institutions
  • Insurance companies
  • Transport services (GTA)
  • Passenger transport services
  • Cinematograph exhibition services
  • Government departments and local authorities

Steps to Generate a GST E-Invoice

  1. Enable GSTIN for E-Invoicing – Verify GSTIN and register with IRP.
  2. Choose Communication Method – API integration, offline utility, or web portal.
  3. Create & Upload Invoice – Prepare JSON file with mandatory fields.
  4. IRP Validation – IRP checks for duplicates, validates data, generates IRN, signs invoice, and adds QR code.
  5. Issue E-Invoice – Receive digitally signed invoice and deliver to buyer.

Mandatory Fields in GST E-Invoice

  • Document Details (Type, Number, Date)
  • Supplier Information (GSTIN, Legal Name, Address)
  • Recipient Details (GSTIN, Legal Name, Address, Place of Supply)
  • Item Details (HSN/SAC, Description, Quantity, Unit Price, Taxable Value, GST rate, Tax amounts)

Common E-Invoice Errors & Solutions

Error Code Issue Solution
2150 IRN not generated Validate mandatory fields and retry
9999 GSTIN mismatch Verify GSTIN on GST portal
2154 Duplicate IRN Cancel previous invoice or check status
2155 Invalid HSN Use updated HSN list from GST portal
2156 Wrong invoice type Select correct type (B2B/B2C)
3029 Date errors Ensure invoice date is current
401 Token expired Re-authenticate and retry
2182 JSON format error Use correct JSON schema
1001 QR code missing Regenerate invoice with valid IRN

Cancellation & Modification

  • Within 24 hours: Cancel invoice via IRP.
  • After 24 hours: Issue Credit or Debit Notes; direct editing of e-invoice is not allowed.

GST E-Invoice Certificate

A digitally signed certificate from the IRP validating your invoice with IRN and QR code. Required for audit readiness and claiming Input Tax Credit.

Download Process:

  1. Log in to IRP portal
  2. Navigate to "E-Invoice History"
  3. Search by IRN, invoice number, or date
  4. Download PDF with IRN and QR code

Check Status:
Search via IRN or GSTIN to see if invoice is Generated, Pending, Failed, or Cancelled.

Tax Pal Solutions ensures your GST E-Invoicing is compliant, secure, and hassle-free, helping you focus on growing your business while we handle your GST reporting.