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Generate GST Collected vs Paid Report as Excel

1/13/2026
10 minutes
intermediate
You can generate a GST Collected vs Paid report in Excel format from InstantReceipts. This spreadsheet includes formulas and formatting for easy analysis and modification. Perfect for detailed GST analysis and custom reporting.

Prerequisites

  • You have recorded GST-applicable transactions in the system
  • You have access to the Reports page
  • Microsoft Excel or compatible application

Outcome

  • Ideal for detailed analysis and custom reporting.
  • Track collected and paid GST efficiently

Steps

1

Navigate to Reports

From your dashboard, click on the Reports section in the main navigation. Click on the Tax & Compliance tab.

Navigate to Reports
2

Select GST Report Type

Select GST Collected vs Paid as your report type.

Select GST Report Type
3

Select Your Date Range

Choose how to filter your report by date using Quick Select quarters or custom date range.

Select Your Date Range
4

Review GST Settings

Before generating the report, verify that your GST settings and transaction tags are correct.

Review GST Settings
5

Click Excel Button

Now, please find the Excel export button at the bottom of the report generation panel and click on it. Your download will start automatically.

Click Excel Button
6

Download and Analyze

Now you can access your downloaded file and use advanced features for detailed GST analysis.

Download and Analyze
7

Preview Your GST Excel Report

Your GST Collected vs Paid report is now ready. Open the Excel file to review your GST summary and use it for analysis or share it with your accountant.

Preview Your GST Excel Report

Troubleshooting

GST calculation appears incorrect

Ensure all your transactions are properly tagged with the correct tax codes. Verify that GST-applicable items are correctly marked. Check that your tax settings are configured correctly in the system.

Excel File not opening properly

If your file is not opening properly, it might be because you are using an older version of Excel. Please make sure you have Excel 2010 or later. You can also use Google Sheets to open the file online.

Formulas are showing as text

If you see formulas in the text format when you open your report. You can resolve this issue by pressing Ctrl+`` (grave accent) to toggle formula view. Please check your Excel settings as well.

Data appears misaligned

If your data appeared misaligned, you can use the 'Format as Table' feature or adjust column widths. Sometimes Excel may need to auto-fit columns.

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