What we do
Our work in this practice group is structured around the records, deadlines, and decisions involved:
- Accurate preparation of E-Way Bill information.
- Verification of invoice and transportation details before generation.
- Proper recording of transporter and vehicle information.
- Assistance with E-Way Bill generation, updating, and cancellation.
- Reduced risk of mismatches between invoices and E-Way Bills.
- Better documentation for movement of goods.
- Guidance on applicable E-Way Bill compliance requirements.
How the engagement works
E-Way Bill requirements are governed by the applicable provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, corresponding State or Union Territory GST laws, GST Rules, and relevant notifications and procedures. Rule 138 of the CGST Rules provides for furnishing prescribed information before commencement of movement of goods in specified circumstances and generation of an E-Way Bill. Thresholds, exemptions, validity periods, documentation, and other requirements depend on the nature of the movement and applicable provisions.
Scenario 1: A manufacturer regularly dispatches goods to customers and requires accurate E-Way Bill preparation for each eligible movement.
Scenario 2: A trader transports goods between states and needs assistance generating E-Way Bills using correct invoice and transporter information.
Scenario 3: A business has multiple shipments and wants professional support to reduce errors in vehicle, transporter, destination, or invoice details.
Scenario 4: A transporter or business needs to update vehicle details or other permitted information after an E-Way Bill has been generated.
Scenario 5: A business faces an E-Way Bill mismatch or compliance issue during transportation and requires assistance with the appropriate corrective action.
Invoice & Transaction Review
We review the relevant tax invoice, delivery document, transaction details, supplier and recipient information, and other records before preparing the E-Way Bill.
E-Way Bill Data Preparation
We organize the required information relating to goods, invoice value, HSN details, consignor, consignee, transporter, and movement for E-Way Bill generation.
Transport & Vehicle Details
We assist with entering and verifying transporter, vehicle, distance, and other transportation information required under the applicable E-Way Bill process.
General questions
01What is E-Way Bill preparation?
E-Way Bill preparation involves collecting and entering the required invoice, goods, supplier, recipient, transporter, vehicle, and movement information into the prescribed GST system for eligible movements of goods.
02When is an E-Way Bill required?
E-Way Bill requirements depend on the value and nature of the movement, type of transaction, location, and applicable GST provisions and exemptions. The specific requirement should be checked for each movement.
03What information is needed to prepare an E-Way Bill?
Information may include invoice or document number and date, supplier and recipient GST details, description and value of goods, HSN information, transporter details, vehicle number, distance, and other prescribed movement information.
04Can vehicle details be changed after generating an E-Way Bill?
Certain transportation details, including vehicle information, may be updated through the prescribed E-Way Bill process where permitted. The applicable rules and circumstances should be checked before making an update.
05Can an E-Way Bill be cancelled?
An E-Way Bill may be cancelled in circumstances permitted under the applicable rules and within the prescribed time and procedural requirements.
06What happens if there is an error in an E-Way Bill?
The appropriate corrective action depends on the nature of the error. Depending on the circumstances, permitted updates, cancellation and regeneration, or other corrective procedures may be required.
07Can you prepare E-Way Bills regularly for our business?
Yes. We can provide ongoing E-Way Bill preparation and compliance support for businesses with recurring movement of goods, subject to the agreed scope and required transaction information.
