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How to Generate e-Way Bill for Goods Transport 2026
e-Way Bill - mandatory for goods transport > ₹50K. Inter-state always. Intra-state: state-specific.
📁 Tax
⏱️ 15-30 mins
💰 Free
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About This Guide
e-Way Bill is electronic permit for transporting goods value > ₹50,000. Mandatory inter-state. Intra-state thresholds vary. Generate at ewaybillgst.gov.in or app. Validity per distance (1 day per 100 km). Both supplier + transporter can generate. Free for all GST taxpayers. Tracking.
Eligibility Criteria
- GST registered
- Goods value > ₹50,000
- Inter-state movement (mandatory)
- OR intra-state per state rules
- GSTIN active
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.
- GSTIN (sender + receiver)
- Invoice number + date
- Goods description + HSN code
- Quantity + value
- Transporter ID OR vehicle number
- Distance to be covered
- Mobile registered
Step-by-Step Application Process
Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.
Generate New
On dashboard.
Sub-Type
Outward (sale)/Inward (purchase)/Job Work/etc.
Goods Details
HSN, value, taxable amount.
Sender + Receiver GSTIN
Auto-populated from GST.
Transporter Details
Transporter ID OR direct vehicle number.
Distance
KM via portal calculator.
Submit
e-Way Bill generated.
Print/Share
PDF + QR code.
Validity
1 day per 100 km. Up to 200km = 1 day.
Extension
Online if delay.
Key Benefits
- Free generation
- Quick processing
- EBN tracking
- Multi-validity options
- Both sender + transporter can generate
- Mobile app
- Bulk generation possible
- Required for compliance
- Reduces tax evasion
What Happens After Application?
EBN generated immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Goods damaged in transit?
Cancel e-Way bill within 24 hours. Generate new for return movement.