Counter Billing and GST for Auto Parts Shops
Counter billing raises a GST invoice for retail and trade customers. Parts leave stock as the bill is made, and payment is recorded as cash, UPI, card or credit.
What goes on a parts bill
GST on the invoice
Invoices carry the GSTIN, HSN code and tax lines in a format your accountant can use. Which rate applies to which part, and how returns and credit notes are treated, is for the accountant to decide, and it is entered as they advise.
From bill to the next step
A credit bill goes to the garage’s ledger. A cash bill closes at the counter. A sale of a part with warranty keeps the bill linked to it, so a later claim can be traced.
What it does not do
Billing does not file GST returns. Sales and purchase registers are available for the accountant to file from. E-invoicing and e-way bill requirements depend on the shop’s turnover, and are reviewed with the client’s advisor during scoping.
Frequently asked questions
Can one bill carry both parts and accessories?
Yes. Parts, accessories and lubricants can sit on one invoice, each with its own tax treatment.
Can the counter hold a bill and finish it later?
Yes. A bill can be parked while the customer checks a part or waits for a mechanic, and then reopened at the counter.
Does it print on a thermal printer?
Yes, if the shop has one. Invoice layout and paper size are confirmed during scoping.
Is a quotation possible before the bill?
Yes. A quotation can be prepared for a garage or fleet owner and converted into a bill once the parts are ordered.
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