Compliance
How to Reconcile GSTR-2B Input Tax Credit Without Missing Deadlines
Claiming Input Tax Credit (ITC) without matching against GSTR-2B leads to tax notices and 18% penal interest. Follow this step-by-step workflow to reconcile purchase vouchers effortlessly.
What you will need before starting:
- Vendor purchase invoices
- Monthly GSTR-2B JSON or Excel from GST Portal
- VoyceBook spend register
Step-by-step instructions
Log All Vendor Invoices in VoyceBook
Upload vendor bills via web or simply photograph paper receipts on your phone and send them to your VoyceBook WhatsApp bot to extract line items.
Import Auto-Drafted GSTR-2B
On the 14th of each month, download your GSTR-2B statement from the GST Portal and upload it to VoyceBook's GST reconciliation tab.
Run Auto-Matching Algorithm
VoyceBook compares invoice numbers, vendor GSTIN, invoice dates, and taxable values, grouping records into Exact Match, Probable Match, and Missing in GSTR-2B.
Automated Vendor Nudge for Missing ITC
For suppliers who failed to file GSTR-1, generate 1-click WhatsApp follow-ups asking them to upload missing invoices before GSTR-3B filing deadlines.
Best practices & compliance notes
Got questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I claim ITC if a vendor hasn't filed their GSTR-1?
No. Under Section 16(2)(aa) of the CGST Act, ITC can only be availed if the invoice details have been uploaded by the supplier in their GSTR-1 and appear in the recipient's GSTR-2B.
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