Question 1

What is the validity of e-way bill?

Accepted Answer

E-way bill validity as per GST rules (updated ): For other than over-dimensional cargo: 1 day for every 200 km or part thereof. For over-dimensional cargo (ODC): 1 day for every 20 km or part thereof. Minimum validity is 1 day. The validity period starts from the time of generation, not from midnight. Maximum validity cannot be set beyond what is prescribed by law.

Question 2

Can e-way bill validity be extended?

Accepted Answer

Yes, e-way bill validity can be extended. Extension must be done within 8 hours before or after the expiry of the e-way bill. The transporter can extend the validity on the e-way bill portal (ewaybillgst.gov.in) by providing the reason for delay (such as breakdown, transhipment, or natural calamity). The extension is granted for the remaining journey distance.

Question 3

What is the penalty for expired e-way bill?

Accepted Answer

Penalty for transporting goods without valid e-way bill or with expired e-way bill: Penalty equal to 200% of the tax amount, OR Rs 10,000 (whichever is higher) under Section 129. Goods and vehicle can be detained until penalty is paid. If the goods are not confiscated: Rs 10,000 or 100% of tax payable, whichever is higher. Always renew the e-way bill before expiry to avoid detention.

Question 4

When is e-way bill not required?

Accepted Answer

E-way bill not required when: Goods value is below Rs 50,000. Goods transported by non-motorised vehicles (hand cart, animal cart). Goods transported from customs port to ICD or CFS. Exempted goods (fresh vegetables, milk, salt, newspapers etc.). Distance less than 50 km from supplier to transporter within state. Goods moved by Defence, railways or government departments in some cases.

Distance (km)	Normal Cargo Validity	ODC Validity	Typical Route Examples
Up to 200 km	1 day	10 days	Within city / short intra-state
201 – 400 km	2 days	20 days	Mumbai–Pune–Nashik zone
401 – 600 km	3 days	30 days	Delhi–Jaipur–Agra zone
601 – 800 km	4 days	40 days	Delhi–Bhopal, Mumbai–Hyderabad
801 – 1000 km	5 days	50 days	Delhi–Mumbai, Kolkata–Hyderabad
1001 – 1200 km	6 days	60 days	Delhi–Chennai
1201 – 1500 km	7 days	75 days	Mumbai–Kolkata
1501 – 2000 km	10 days	100 days	Delhi–Kanyakumari
Above 2000 km	15 days	150 days	Cross-country long haul

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