Everything About E-Way Bills: Rules, Regulations and Validity

Businesses in India require E-Way Bills for the movement of goods valued over ₹50000 across state borders in India. This bill contains details of the supplier, receiver, goods, and transporters. However, there are certain cases when an E-Way Bill is not required.

In this article, you will get to learn when you require an E-Way Bill and when you do not require it. Also, find the documents required, charges, and other details associated with it.

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What Are the Different Cases for an E-Way Bill Requirement?

The following are the cases when an e-way bill is required:

Goods are transported from one state to another and their value exceeds ₹50000 (except in some states where the threshold is lower).
A person registered as a consignor or recipient is transporting the goods in a vehicle owned by someone else.
Supplying involves the movement of goods through an e-commerce operator or a courier agency.
A principal is transporting goods to a job worker or vice versa.
When an unregistered person supplies goods to a registered person, and the value of the goods exceeds ₹50000.

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What Are the Different Cases When There Is No Requirement for an E-Way Bill?

There are various situations when you do not require to generate an E-Way Bill. Following is the list of such cases:

You do not require to generate an E-Way Bill when the value of goods transported is less than ₹50000. However, in cases of moving handicraft goods or moving goods interstate the generation of E-Way Bills is mandatory.
When the goods are transported within the same state or the notified area.
The mode of transport is a non-motor vehicle.
Transported goods are under customs supervision or customs seal.
The consignor, whether it is the Central Government, State Government, or local authority, is transporting goods by rail.
In cases when goods fall into the category of no-supply goods as per Schedule -III of Central Tax.
The State or Union Territory GST Rules exempts the transported goods.
Whenever you transport goods through customs ports, airports, air cargo complexes, and land customs stations to ICD or CFS for custom clearance.
Goods are transported by the Ministry of Defence.
When the goods transported are to or from Nepal or Bhutan.

What Documents Are Needed to Carry When on E-Way Bill Exemption?

For cases when there is no requirement for an E-Way Bill, you must carry the following documents:

Invoice
Bill of supply or bill of entry
Delivery challan
Transporter's ID proof, such as PAN card, Aadhaar card, etc.
Copy of E-Way Bill or E-Way Bill number
E-Way Bills mapped to RFID (Radio Frequency Identification Device).

Note: Not applicable for goods transported by rail, air, or vessel

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What Fees Are Applicable for Not Having E-Way Bill or Documents?

If you are not carrying an E-Way Bill with you when required, you have to pay a penalty of ₹10000 or the amount of tax being evaded, whichever is higher. Hence, the minimum charge for not having your E-Way Bill or document is ₹10000.

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Which Specific Goods Are Exempt From E-Way Bill?

Following are the goods that comes under the E-Way Bill exemption list:

1. Meat products

Fresh or frozen bovine animals
Sheep or goats
Pig fat and poultry fat
Horses or mules
Edible offal meat

2. Seafood and Marine products

Crustaceans
Molluscs
Prawn or shrimp seeds
Live fish
Fish fillets or fish meat
Other aquatic invertebrates

3. Milk and Dairy Products

Buttermilk
Curd
Lassi
Paneer
Fresh milk and raw milk

4. Fruits and Vegetables

Bananas
Grapes
Apples and Pears
Dates and figs
Mangos
Cherries and peaches
Melons and papayas
Cabbages and cauliflowers
Potatoes, tomatoes, and onions
Lettuce
Cucumbers

5. Grocery Products

Coffee Beans
Oats rice
Maize
Cereal grains and flour
Natural honey
Eggs

6. Other Products

LPG for domestic use
Kerosene oil for public distribution
Postal baggage transported by the Department of Posts
Natural or cultured pearls and precious or semi-precious stones
Goldsmith or silversmith wares and jewellery
Currency
Used personal and household effects
Coral, unworked and raw
Printed books, newspapers, and journals
Judicial and non-judicial stamp papers

To summarise, certain types of goods are exempted for cases when an E-Way Bill is not required to simplify compliance for taxpayers. However, it is important to note that other documents such as invoices and bills of supply should still be in compliance with the rules and regulations. Failing to comply with E-Way Bill rules can result in severe consequences and penalties for taxpayers.

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FAQs About When E-Way Bill Is Not Required/Required

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Can you cancel an E-Way Bill?

You can cancel an E-Way Bill if the goods do not match the details mentioned in the bill. Moreover, you need to cancel the E-Way Bill within 24 hours of generating the bill.

How many parts does an E-Way Bill have?

An E-Way Bill consists of two parts- PART A and PART B. Part A contains details of goods and the consignor or consignee, while Part B contains details of the transporter and vehicle.

Do you require an E-Way Bill for the return of rejected goods?

To return a rejected good you need an E-Way Bill. However, you need to reject the goods 72 hours before the generation of bills.

If you are moving goods through the railway, does the railway authority require you to carry an E-Way Bill too?

In case you are moving the goods through rails, there is no requirement to carry an E-Way Bill along with the goods. However, the railway authority needs to carry an invoice or bill for the supply of goods.

What minimum distance one needs to cover to generate an E-Way Bill?

There is no minimum distance one needs to cover to get an E-Way Bill. The generation of the E-Way Bill mainly depends on the amount of consignment value.

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Everything About E-Way Bills: Rules, Regulations and Validity

What Are the Different Cases for an E-Way Bill Requirement?

What Are the Different Cases When There Is No Requirement for an E-Way Bill?

What Documents Are Needed to Carry When on E-Way Bill Exemption?

What Fees Are Applicable for Not Having E-Way Bill or Documents?

Which Specific Goods Are Exempt From E-Way Bill?

1. Meat products

2. Seafood and Marine products

3. Milk and Dairy Products

4. Fruits and Vegetables

5. Grocery Products

6. Other Products

FAQs About When E-Way Bill Is Not Required/Required

Can you cancel an E-Way Bill?

How many parts does an E-Way Bill have?

Do you require an E-Way Bill for the return of rejected goods?

If you are moving goods through the railway, does the railway authority require you to carry an E-Way Bill too?

What minimum distance one needs to cover to generate an E-Way Bill?

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