E-Way Bill
Definition
An electronic document required for transporting goods worth more than Rs. 50,000 within or between states. Generated on the GST portal. HelloBooks auto-generates e-way bills with delivery challans.
Related Terms in India GST
Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM)
A GST provision where the recipient of goods/services pays the tax instead of the supplier. Applies to specific services (legal, GTA) and purchases from unregistered dealers.
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
India's unified indirect tax replacing multiple central and state taxes. After the GST 2.0 rationalisation (effective 22 September 2025) it applies at 0%, 5%, 18%, and 40% rate slabs, plus special rates for precious stones and metals (0.25% / 1.5% / 3%). Includes CGST (central), SGST (state), and IGST (inter-state). HelloBooks fully supports GST compliance.
CGST & SGST
Central GST (CGST) and State GST (SGST) are levied equally on intra-state supplies. For example, 18% GST on a local sale = 9% CGST + 9% SGST. Both go to different government levels.
IGST (Integrated GST)
GST levied on inter-state supplies and imports. IGST equals the full GST rate (e.g., 18% IGST vs 9% CGST + 9% SGST). The central government distributes the state portion to the destination state.
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