GSTN Issues Guidelines for Accurate Entry of Receipt Numbers in EWB System for Leased Wagons
Date: December 24, 2024
Category: GST Portal Updates | Important News
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The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has released Advisory No. 563 on December 23, 2024, providing detailed instructions for the accurate entry of Receipt Numbers related to Leased Wagons in the E-Way Bill (EWB) System.
Key Updates
- Prefixing Receipt Numbers in the EWB System
Mandatory Prefix “L”:
For Leased Wagons, taxpayers must prefix Receipt Numbers with the identifier “L” when entering them into the EWB system.
Similar guidelines have been issued for:
Parcel Way Bill (PWB): Prefix “P”.
Railway Receipt (RR): Prefix “F”.
These changes will be enforced starting January 1, 2025.
- Updating Part-B of the EWB for Rail Transport
While generating an EWB for rail transport:
Select “Rail” as the transport mode in Part-B using the Multi-Transport Mode option.
Enter the Receipt Number with the prefix “L” to denote Leased Wagon transport.
- Format for Receipt Numbers
Taxpayers must use the following format:
L
Example: For a Leased Wagon Receipt, enter L123456789.
- Validation Process in EWB System
Once entered, the Receipt Number will be validated against the Leased Wagon database.
Alerts will be generated for:
Mismatched Numbers.
Missing Entries.
Taxpayers must correct errors promptly to avoid delays.
- Support and Assistance
Taxpayers can seek help via:
The EWB Support Portal.
Submitting details like the prefix used for faster resolution.
Impact
This advisory ensures a streamlined process for generating EWBs and reduces errors in the transportation of goods via the rail network. Taxpayers are advised to adhere to these guidelines to avoid compliance issues.
For detailed assistance, refer to the support team or contact the EWB helpdesk.
