The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has released new guidelines for taxpayers using the E-Way Bill (EWB) system for leased wagons. From January 1st, 2025, taxpayers must prefix the receipt number with 'L' when entering it into the EWB system for leased wagons. This change aims to improve the accuracy and validation of E-Way Bills for goods transported via rail, similar to previous advisories for Parcel Management System (PMS) and Freight Operations Information System (FOIS).
Subject: Guidelines for Accurate Entry of Receipt Numbers in the E-Way Bill (EWB) System for Leased Wagons
Dear Taxpayers,
This advisory is issued to provide specific instructions for entering Receipt Numbers related to Leased Wagons in the E-Way Bill (EWB) system.
Advisories have already been issued regarding the correct format for entering Parcel Way Bill (PWB) numbers and Railway Receipt (RR) numbers for goods transported under the Parcel Management System (PMS) and the Freight Operations
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FAQ :
The GSTN has issued an advisory providing specific instructions for entering Receipt Numbers for leased wagons into the E-Way Bill (EWB) system.
Taxpayers must prefix receipt numbers with the identifier 'L' when entering them into the EWB system for leased wagons.
These changes will come into effect from January 1st, 2025.
When generating an EWB for rail transport, taxpayers should select 'Rail' as the transport mode in Part-B and enter the receipt number with the 'L' prefix.
If there are mismatched or missing numbers, the system will alert taxpayers, who must then correct the entry promptly.
Taxpayers can raise a ticket with the EWB support team through the support portal for assistance.