Is e-Invoicing mandatory in India?

Yes, e-Invoicing is mandatory in India for B2B (since 2023-08-01) and B2G (since 2023-08-01) transactions.

What is the B2B e-Invoicing status in India?

B2B e-Invoicing in India is mandatory since 2023-08-01. Mandatory for businesses with annual aggregate turnover ≥ Rs 5 crore.

What is the B2G e-Invoicing status in India?

B2G e-Invoicing in India is mandatory since 2023-08-01. Mandatory for all B2G transactions for businesses with annual aggregate turnover ≥ Rs 5 crore.

What e-Invoice formats does India support?

India supports the following e-Invoice formats: JSON (EINVOICE_SCHEMA; generates IRN, digital signature, and QR code).

What e-Invoicing standards does India use?

India uses the following e-Invoicing standards: JSON-based format with government-provided EINVOICE_SCHEMA.

What ERP systems support India e-Invoicing?

Major ERP systems including SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, and QuickBooks support India e-Invoicing through JSON (EINVOICE_SCHEMA; generates IRN, digital signature, and QR code). Integration typically requires Peppol network connectivity or direct API integration.

How do I integrate my accounting software with India e-Invoice requirements?

To integrate with India e-Invoicing: 1) Ensure your software supports JSON (EINVOICE_SCHEMA; generates IRN, digital signature, and QR code), 2) Implement the required transmission method, 3) Comply with JSON-based format with government-provided EINVOICE_SCHEMA.

What technical standards must my software support for India e-Invoicing?

India requires compliance with JSON-based format with government-provided EINVOICE_SCHEMA standards. Supported formats include JSON (EINVOICE_SCHEMA; generates IRN, digital signature, and QR code). Archiving requirement: 72 months (6 years) retention per [CGST Act Section 36](https://taxinformation.cbic.gov.in/content-page/explore-act/1000306/1000001) from due date of annual return; Electronic records must be stored on servers located in India.

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Q: How do I get started with e-Invoicing in India?

To get started with e-Invoicing in India: 1) Review India's specific requirements, 2) Ensure your software supports JSON (EINVOICE_SCHEMA; generates IRN, digital signature, and QR code) formats, 3) Connect to the required transmission network, 4) Test compliance before deadlines.

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B2B

mandatory

since 1 August 2023

Mandatory for businesses with annual aggregate turnover ≥ Rs 5 crore.

B2C

none

Not mandatory. Pilot B2C system recommended by GST Council.

B2G

mandatory

since 1 August 2023

Mandatory for all B2G transactions for businesses with annual aggregate turnover ≥ Rs 5 crore.

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Standards:

JSON-based format with government-provided EINVOICE_SCHEMA

Supported Formats:

JSON (EINVOICE_SCHEMA; generates IRN, digital signature, and QR code)

Clearance Model:

Real-time reporting through Invoice Registration Portals (IRPs); multiple authorized IRPs available for API integration

Archiving Requirements:

72 months (6 years) retention per CGST Act Section 36 from due date of annual return; Electronic records must be stored on servers located in India.

N/A

No SAF-T implementation; India uses existing GST return system (GSTR series) and tax audit forms (3CA-3CD/3CB-3CD) rather than OECD SAF-T format

Initial eInvoicing launch

1 October 2020

Large businesses

Mandatory for businesses with annual aggregate turnover ≥ Rs 500 crore.

Expansion to Rs 100 crore

1 January 2021

Expanded coverage

Threshold reduced to Rs 100 crore annual aggregate turnover.

Further expansion to Rs 50 crore

1 April 2021

Broader coverage

Threshold reduced to Rs 50 crore annual aggregate turnover.

Expansion to Rs 20 crore

1 April 2022

Wider adoption

Threshold reduced to Rs 20 crore annual aggregate turnover.

Expansion to Rs 10 crore

1 October 2022

Extended coverage

Threshold reduced to Rs 10 crore annual aggregate turnover.

Current threshold: Rs 5 crore

1 August 2023

Current mandate

Threshold reduced to Rs 5 crore annual aggregate turnover (GST notification 10/2023).

Enhanced security and reporting requirements

1 April 2025

Compliance

Multi-Factor Authentication mandatory for all users; 30-day reporting deadline for businesses with AATO > Rs 10 crore.

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Primary sources for India

einvoice1.gst.gov.in.

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