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How to Create a GST Invoice in India (2026 Guide)
GST Basics

How to Create a GST Invoice in India (2026 Guide)

Everything you need to create a legally compliant GST invoice — mandatory fields, tax calculation, and common mistakes to avoid.

15 Jan 20269 min read
GST Invoice Format: 16 Mandatory Fields Under Rule 46 (2026)
Compliance

GST Invoice Format: 16 Mandatory Fields Under Rule 46 (2026)

The complete GST invoice format under Rule 46 — every mandatory field explained with examples and compliance tips.

22 Jan 20268 min read
Tax Invoice vs Bill of Supply: Key Differences Under GST
GST Basics

Tax Invoice vs Bill of Supply: Key Differences Under GST

Not every GST business issues a tax invoice. Here's when to use a bill of supply instead, and what fields each document requires.

29 Jan 20267 min read
Proforma Invoice vs Tax Invoice in India: Key Differences
GST Basics

Proforma Invoice vs Tax Invoice in India: Key Differences

A proforma is a quote; a tax invoice is a legal demand. Confusing them can cause compliance issues — here's exactly when to use each.

5 Feb 20266 min read
Debit Note and Credit Note Under GST: Complete Guide (2026)
Compliance

Debit Note and Credit Note Under GST: Complete Guide (2026)

Issued an invoice with the wrong amount or rate? Here's how credit notes and debit notes work under GST to correct it without violating compliance.

12 Feb 20268 min read
GST Invoice for Freelancers in India: Complete 2026 Guide
Freelancers

GST Invoice for Freelancers in India: Complete 2026 Guide

Everything Indian freelancers need to know about GST invoicing — registration threshold, SAC codes, billing format, and how to invoice foreign clients.

19 Feb 20269 min read
E-Way Bill vs E-Invoice: Key Differences Explained (2026)
Advanced

E-Way Bill vs E-Invoice: Key Differences Explained (2026)

E-way bill and e-invoice are both GST compliance tools — but they serve very different purposes. Here's when each applies and how they link together.

26 Feb 20269 min read
HSN & SAC Codes on GST Invoice: Complete Guide + Common Codes
Compliance

HSN & SAC Codes on GST Invoice: Complete Guide + Common Codes

HSN and SAC codes classify what you're selling under GST. Here's which code to use, how many digits are required, and a lookup for the most common categories.

5 Mar 20267 min read
GST Invoice for Exports & Zero-Rated Supplies: Complete Guide
Advanced

GST Invoice for Exports & Zero-Rated Supplies: Complete Guide

Exporting goods or services from India? Here's the exact invoice format, LUT filing process, and how zero-rating works under GST.

12 Mar 20269 min read
GST Composition Scheme: Rates, Eligibility & Filing for Small Businesses (2026)
GST Basics

GST Composition Scheme: Rates, Eligibility & Filing for Small Businesses (2026)

The GST composition scheme lets eligible small businesses pay tax at a flat rate and file just one annual return. Here is everything you need to know to decide if it works for you.

26 May 20268 min read
Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) Under GST: Who Pays, What Documents, How to Claim ITC
Compliance

Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) Under GST: Who Pays, What Documents, How to Claim ITC

Under RCM, the buyer pays GST instead of the supplier. Here is which transactions attract reverse charge, what documents are required, and how to claim ITC.

26 May 202610 min read
Place of Supply Under GST: How CGST, SGST, and IGST Are Decided (2026)
GST Basics

Place of Supply Under GST: How CGST, SGST, and IGST Are Decided (2026)

Place of supply is the single most important concept that determines which GST component you charge. Get it wrong and your buyer loses ITC. Here is how it works for goods, services, and exports.

26 May 20269 min read