Question 1

Is this GST invoicing software really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can sign up, create unlimited GST-compliant invoices, manage customers and products, and export polished PDFs without paying anything or entering a credit card.

Question 2

Do freelancers in India need to issue GST invoices?

Accepted Answer

If your annual turnover from services crosses ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh in special category states), GST registration and GST-compliant invoices are mandatory. Many freelancers also register voluntarily to claim input tax credit and work with larger clients who require a GSTIN on every invoice.

Question 3

How is GST calculated for online sellers on marketplaces like Amazon and Flipkart?

Accepted Answer

GST depends on the place of supply. If your buyer's state matches your business state, charge CGST + SGST (intra-state). If the buyer is in a different state, charge IGST (inter-state). Our software detects this automatically from the GSTIN and applies the correct split.

Question 4

What is the difference between CGST, SGST, and IGST?

Accepted Answer

CGST (Central GST) and SGST (State GST) are levied together on intra-state sales, each at half the total GST rate. IGST (Integrated GST) is levied on inter-state sales at the full GST rate and is later split between the centre and the destination state.

Question 5

What fields are mandatory on a GST tax invoice?

Accepted Answer

A valid tax invoice must include a unique sequential invoice number, invoice date, supplier name, address and GSTIN, buyer details, HSN/SAC code, description and quantity, taxable value, GST rate, CGST/SGST/IGST amount, total, place of supply, and the supplier's signature or digital signature.

Question 6

Do I need to mention HSN or SAC codes on every invoice?

Accepted Answer

Businesses with turnover above ₹5 crore must use 6-digit HSN codes on all B2B and B2C invoices. Businesses below ₹5 crore use 4-digit HSN for B2B and may skip HSN for B2C. SAC codes apply to services and follow similar rules.

Question 7

Can I export GST invoices as PDF and share them with clients?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every invoice can be exported as a print-ready PDF with your logo, signature, GSTIN, bank details, and terms — ready to email, WhatsApp, or print for your clients.

Question 8

What is reverse charge and when does it apply to freelancers?

Accepted Answer

Under reverse charge, the buyer (not the seller) pays GST directly to the government. It commonly applies when a registered business buys from an unregistered supplier or for specific notified services like legal services from advocates. The invoice must clearly mark 'Tax payable under reverse charge'.

Question 9

How long must I retain GST invoices?

Accepted Answer

GST law requires you to preserve all invoices, credit notes, debit notes, and supporting records for at least 72 months (6 years) from the due date of the annual return for the relevant financial year.

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