If you’re running a business and dealing with GST invoices, chances are you’ve already heard about e-invoicing. And if you’re still wondering how to actually login and generate an e-invoice, don’t worry — I’ve got you.
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This guide will walk you through the e-invoice login process, how to generate one, and how to track it — in plain English, not in confusing legal lingo 😅
🤔 What’s E-Invoice & Why It Matters?
So, e-invoice (short for electronic invoice) is a system where B2B invoices are electronically authenticated by the GST portal. Once validated, each invoice gets a unique Invoice Reference Number (IRN) and QR code.
It’s mandatory (as of now) for businesses with turnover ₹5 crore or more, and honestly, it helps with GST filing, reduces fake invoices, and keeps things more transparent.
🌐 Where to Login for E-Invoice?
All e-invoice generation happens via the IRP (Invoice Registration Portal). The official one is:
If you’re already registered on the GST portal, good news — you can use the same credentials here too.
🔐 E-Invoice Login – Step-by-Step Guide
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Go to 👉 https://einvoice.gst.gov.in
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Click on “Login” on the top right
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Enter your GSTIN, username, and password
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Fill the captcha code and click Login
Boom, you’re in! From here, you can generate new invoices, download IRNs, and even check past entries.
🔑 Pro Tip: If you’re logging in for the first time, click on “Registration” and complete the process with your GST credentials.
🧾 How to Generate an E-Invoice
Here’s how you can actually create an e-invoice:
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Login to the e-invoice portal
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Click on “E-Invoice > Generate IRN”
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Fill in invoice details — GSTIN of buyer, invoice number, item details, tax values, etc.
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Click “Submit”
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You’ll get an IRN and QR code generated instantly
Download it and attach it with your normal invoice while sending to the buyer.
🔍 How to Track or Verify E-Invoice Status
If you’ve already generated an invoice and want to verify or check status:
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Go to “Search > IRN”
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Enter the IRN number or acknowledgment number
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Hit search — and all details will appear including status and time stamp
You can also use the QR code scanner (available in GST app) to verify authenticity of the invoice.
📋 Things You’ll Need Before Generating E-Invoice
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Valid GSTIN
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Invoice number (same as on your billing system)
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Buyer’s GSTIN
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Item details with HSN code
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Your ERP or billing software (if you’re generating via API)
⚠️ Common Errors While Logging In
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Wrong GSTIN or inactive GST account
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Expired password (reset from login screen)
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Portal downtime (happens sometimes, try again later)
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Invalid captcha entry — refresh and re-enter
🧠 Why E-Invoice Is a Game-Changer
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Auto-populates GST returns
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Less chance of fake invoices
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Smooth reconciliation between supplier and buyer
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Mandatory for businesses crossing ₹5 crore turnover (and may reduce further soon)
So yeah, better get used to it — the sooner, the better 😅
Final Words
The e-invoice system may feel a bit technical in the beginning, but once you login and generate a few invoices, it’s really not that bad. Plus, it saves time in GST filing and makes compliance smoother.
So if your business crosses ₹5 crore turnover — don’t delay. Go to the e-invoice portal, login, and get started. You’ll get the hang of it in no time 👍