Credit Note Generator

Issue a GST credit note for returned goods, post-sale discounts or excess billing, linked to the original invoice, as a PDF.

Credit Note details
Issued by (supplier)
Issued to (recipient)
Items
Description HSN/SAC QtyRate GST %
Notes

Saved only in this browser so your details are here next time. Nothing is uploaded.

"Download PDF" opens your browser's print dialog. Choose "Save as PDF" as the printer.

How to use the Credit Note generator

  1. Fill in your business details once; they're remembered in this browser for the next credit note.
  2. Add the customer and each line item. Totals, tax and the amount in words update in the preview as you type.
  3. Press Download PDF and choose Save as PDF in the print dialog, or print it directly.

About this tool

A credit note reduces the value or tax of an invoice already issued. Under Section 34 of the CGST Act it must reference the original invoice and be reported in your GST return.

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Questions people ask

When should I issue a credit note?

When goods are returned, a discount is given after the sale, or the invoice overcharged value or tax.

Is there a time limit for GST credit notes?

Declare it by 30 November after the end of the financial year of the original supply, or the annual return date if earlier.