If you are using TallyPrime for GST billing and returns, it’s important to understand how the invoice recorded in TallyPrime appears on the GST Portal.
This ensures that the data you upload is accurate and matches what the government expects.
TallyPrime follows the prescribed GST Invoice Format, making sure your invoices are fully compliant and ready for upload.
Let’s walk through how it works and what the GST portal view of a TallyPrime invoice includes.
1. Why GST Portal View Matters in TallyPrime?
The Government GST Portal (www.gst.gov.in) shows invoices you’ve uploaded either:
- Directly via GSTR-1, or
- Automatically through e-invoicing if your business is eligible.
By comparing your TallyPrime invoice with the portal view, you can:
- Ensure all required fields are filled correctly
- Avoid mismatches between your books and GST filings
- Speed up reconciliation and claim of input tax credit
2. Structure of GST Portal Invoice View in TallyPrime
When an invoice is uploaded (via JSON, Excel, or API), the GST portal displays it with the following key sections:
- Invoice Number and Date
- Supplier GSTIN
- Receiver GSTIN
- Place of Supply
- Item Details (with HSN/SAC)
- Tax Amounts – CGST, SGST, IGST, Cess
- Total Invoice Value
Now, let’s see how this is handled inside TallyPrime.
3. Example: GST Invoice Entry in TallyPrime
Let’s say you’re selling the following:
- Item: Laser Printer
- HSN Code: 8443
- Quantity: 2
- Rate: ₹10,000
- GST Rate: 18%
- Buyer Location: Inter-state (IGST applies)
1. Steps to Record in TallyPrime:
- Go to Vouchers > F8: Sales
- Select the buyer (ensure their GSTIN and state are correct)
- Choose the Sales ledger (with IGST enabled)
- Select the Laser Printer stock item
- Enter quantity and rate (2 x ₹10,000)
- GST @18% will be calculated automatically as IGST ₹3,600
- Save the voucher
4. Invoice Format on GST Portal (Based on Above Entry) in TallyPrime
Once uploaded, this invoice will appear on the portal like this:
- Invoice No.: INV/001
- Date: 11-06-2025
- Seller GSTIN: 27AAAAA0000A1Z5
- Buyer GSTIN: 29BBBBB0000B1Z7
- Place of Supply: Karnataka
- Item Description: Laser Printer
- HSN Code: 8443
- Qty: 2
- Rate: ₹10,000
- Taxable Value: ₹20,000
- IGST @18%: ₹3,600
- Total Invoice Value: ₹23,600
This format is based on the GSTR-1 JSON structure accepted by the GST portal.
5. How to Ensure Proper GST Portal View from TallyPrime
Here’s how you make sure everything is in order before exporting or uploading invoices:
1. Correct GST Details for Parties
- Buyer/Supplier must have correct State, GST Registration Type, and GSTIN
2. Assign Proper HSN/SAC
- All stock items and services should have valid HSN/SAC codes
- GST rate must be set at item level
3. Use GST-Enabled Ledgers
- Sales and Purchase ledgers must have GST enabled
- Ensure correct tax ledgers (CGST, SGST, IGST) are used
4. Check with GSTR-1 Preview
- Go to Display > Statutory Reports > GST > GSTR-1
- Review invoices before exporting JSON
6. Exporting Invoice for GST Filing in TallyPrime
- Go to GSTR-1 Report
- Select Period (e.g., 1-Jun to 30-Jun)
- Press Ctrl + E to export
- Choose Format: JSON (for direct upload), Excel, or MS Word (for print)
- Use this file to upload to GST portal or e-invoicing portal
7. Conclusion
TallyPrime helps you create invoices that are GST-compliant and ready for upload to the GST Portal.
It captures all the required fields—invoice number, GSTINs, HSN, rates, and taxes—automatically.
This ensures:
- Accurate filing of GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B
- Easy reconciliation with the GST portal
- No tax mismatches or penalties
Always double-check your invoices using the GSTR preview and keep your masters updated.
This way, your Tally data will perfectly match what’s seen on the GST Portal.
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