The Goods and Services Tax (GST) department is pleased to announce that the technical challenges experienced with the e-way bill generation process have been successfully resolved. The portal is now fully operational, ensuring a smooth experience for taxpayers and transporters.
In light of the earlier disruption, the following facilitation measures have been implemented to assist taxpayers and transporters:
1. Extension of Expired E-Way Bills
(a) Standard Procedure:
According to the standard protocol, e-way bills that expired at midnight on 31st December, 2024, could be extended:
- 8 hours before expiry
- 8 hours after expiry
(b) Temporary Adjustment:
Due to the technical glitch, this timeline was disrupted. To address the situation, a special extension has been granted. Taxpayers and transporters now have until midnight on 1st January, 2025, to extend e-way bills that expired on 31st December, 2024.
👉 To extend these e-way bills, utilize the “Extend EWB” facility on the e-way bill portal at your earliest convenience.
2. Generation of E-Way Bills for Goods Moved During the Glitch
Transporters who moved goods on 31st December, 2024, without generating e-way bills due to technical issues are advised to take the following action:
- Generate the necessary e-way bills on 1st January, 2025, using the portal’s standard facility.
This provision ensures compliance with GST regulations while accommodating the challenges faced due to the portal’s downtime.
Key Takeaways:
- The extended window for e-way bill updates is a temporary measure. Ensure you complete necessary actions promptly.
- Transporters and taxpayers are urged to monitor the portal for updates and utilize the provided facilities to regularize any discrepancies.
Stay compliant, and have a prosperous New Year!
Here is the GST Advisory:
Advisory to Taxpayers on Extension of E-Way Bills Expired on 31st December, 2024
Jan 1st, 2025
It is hereby informed that the technical challenges encountered in the e-way bill generation process have been resolved, and the portal is now functioning smoothly. In connection with the technical issues faced earlier, the following facilitation measures have been put in place:
1. Extension of Expired E-Way Bills:
(a) As per the existing procedure, e-way bills that expired at midnight on 31st December, 2024, could be extended either within 8 hours prior to the expiry or 8 hours after the expiry..
(b) Due to the technical glitch, this process was disrupted. To mitigate the impact, the window period for extending the e-way bills expiring on 31st December, 2024, has been extended up to 1st January, 2025, midnight. Taxpayers and transporters are advised to utilize the “Extend EWB” facility on the portal to extend these e-way bills, if required.
2. Generation of E-Way Bills for Goods Moved During the Glitch:
(a) payers and transporters who moved goods on 31st December 2024 without generating e-way bills due to the technical issues are hereby advised to generate the necessary e-way bills on 1st January 2025 using the existing facility on the portal.
Your cooperation in ensuring compliance with the e-way bill requirements is appreciated. For any assistance, taxpayers may contact the helpline or visit the portal support page.Thanking You,
Team GSTN
