GST invoice format in India
A GST tax invoice has no mandatory template, but it does have a standard shape. Here is the layout most Indian businesses use, from top to bottom.
By Aura Labs · Last reviewed September 2026
1. Header
The words “Tax Invoice”, the invoice number and the invoice date. Many businesses also print a due date and payment terms here.
2. Supplier details
Your legal or trade name, address and GSTIN. Phone, email and PAN are optional but help your customer.
3. Recipient details
Customer name and address. For a registered customer, their GSTIN. Show the place of supply (state name and code) — it decides whether you charge CGST + SGST or IGST.
4. Item table
One row per item or service. Typical columns:
| # | Description | HSN/SAC | Qty | Rate | Taxable value | GST % | Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cotton shirt | 6205 | 5 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 | 5% | ₹125 |
5. Tax summary and totals
Taxable value, the tax split (CGST and SGST for a sale within the state, or IGST for a sale to another state), any round-off, and the grand total — ideally also in words.
In the example above, a sale within the state shows CGST 2.5% = ₹62.50 and SGST 2.5% = ₹62.50, for a total of ₹2,625.
6. Footer
Bank or UPI details, terms, and the signature or digital signature of the supplier or authorised person.
GST rates and rules change. Please verify current rules with official government sources or your CA before filing.
Frequently asked questions
No. The law lists the details a tax invoice must contain, not a fixed design. Any layout is acceptable if all the required fields are present and legible.
Yes, provided it contains the required particulars. Businesses above the e-invoicing turnover threshold must additionally report B2B invoices to the Invoice Registration Portal.
Yes. A registered person charging GST issues a document titled Tax Invoice. A composition taxpayer issues a Bill of Supply instead.
Official sources
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