Multi-GST Registration Support in TallyPrime 6.1

Published on: 17-07-2025

Introduction to Multi-GST Registration in TallyPrime 6.1

For businesses operating in multiple states in India, having more than one GST Registration Number (GSTIN) is mandatory as per the Goods and Services Tax (GST) law. Managing multiple GST registrations manually can be complex and time-consuming. TallyPrime 6.1 simplifies this process through its Multi-GST Registration Support feature. It allows businesses to maintain multiple state-wise GST registrations within a single company data while ensuring accurate reporting, invoicing, compliance, and returns for each GSTIN.

This feature in TallyPrime 6.1 not only reduces manual effort but also provides accurate GST reporting and compliance on a state-wise basis, aligned with the latest statutory requirements.

Why Multi-GST Registration Is Required

Legal Compliance

If a business has branches, warehouses, or operations across different states, separate GST registration is required for each state. GST returns, e-invoices, and e-way bills must be filed against each GSTIN separately.

Operational Clarity

Separate GST registrations help businesses manage transactions and taxation efficiently. It ensures accurate tax credits, invoicing, and compliance without mixing state-wise data.

How TallyPrime 6.1 Helps in Managing Multi-GST Registrations

Key Benefits:

✅ Maintain all state-wise GSTINs under one company data.
✅ Generate state-specific e-invoices, e-way bills, GST returns accurately.
✅ Automated tracking and reporting based on the transaction’s location.
✅ Easier management of branch-wise compliance and accounting.

Step-by-Step Process to Manage Multi-GST Registration in TallyPrime 6.1

Step 1: Enable GST in TallyPrime 6.1

Before setting up multiple GST registrations, ensure that GST is enabled in the company.

1. Go to:
   Gateway of Tally → F11: Features → Statutory & Taxation
2. Set Enable Goods & Services Tax (GST): Yes.
3. Configure your primary GSTIN for the state where your head office is located.

Step 2: Enable Multi-GST in Company Features

Once GST is enabled:

1. In the same Statutory & Taxation settings, enable:
   Enable Multiple GST Registration for the Company: Yes.
2. Tally will allow you to add multiple GST registrations for different states within the same company.

Step 3: Set Up Multiple State-wise GSTINs

For each GST registration, you can specify the GSTIN and related details.

1. Go to:
   Gateway of Tally → Alter → Company
2. Under GST Details, you will see an option to Add State and GST Registration.
3. For each state where you are registered:
   • Select the State.
   • Enter the corresponding GSTIN.
   • Specify the applicable period of registration.

TallyPrime will treat these GST registrations separately when recording transactions, ensuring state-wise compliance.

Step 4: Link GSTIN to Godowns (Warehouses)

If your business operates godowns in different states, you can link those godowns to their respective GSTINs.

1. Create or alter godowns:
   Gateway of Tally → Inventory Info. → Godowns
2. Assign the respective State and GSTIN to each godown.
3. Tally will automatically pick the correct GSTIN based on the stock location involved in a transaction.

Step 5: Recording Transactions with Multiple GSTINs

TallyPrime will identify the state and GSTIN automatically based on:

• The branch/godown location selected in the transaction.
• The party’s state as per their GSTIN.
• The nature of the transaction (intra-state or inter-state).

Example:

• A sale from a Maharashtra branch (with Maharashtra GSTIN) to a customer in Delhi will automatically apply IGST.
• A sale within Maharashtra will apply CGST & SGST.

Step 6: E-Invoice & E-Way Bill Generation State-wise

TallyPrime 6.1 enables businesses to generate e-invoices and e-way bills from the correct GST registration for each transaction.

• IRN generation will use the respective GSTIN credentials.
• E-way bills are generated specific to the dispatch location’s GSTIN.

Step 7: GST Return Filing for Multiple Registrations

TallyPrime’s GST reports (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, etc.) will reflect state-wise transactions separately.

1. Go to:
   Gateway of Tally → Display More Reports → Statutory Reports → GST Reports
2. Select the GST registration you want to generate reports for.
3. TallyPrime prepares:
   • Separate GSTR-1, GSTR-3B reports for each GSTIN.
   • Reconciliation for each GSTIN independently.

Advanced Reporting with Multi-GST

TallyPrime allows detailed analysis of your business performance state-wise:

• Sales reports by state/GSTIN.
• Purchase reports by GSTIN.
• Tax liability reports per registration.
• Inventory movement between branches/godowns.

Audit, Compliance & Security

Each state-wise GSTIN setup maintains clear records for:

• Audit trails
• Transaction logs
• User activities linked to specific branches
• Faster and error-free statutory audit preparations.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Mixing up GSTINs when entering transactions.
❌ Not linking godowns correctly to GST registrations.
❌ Not selecting the right GSTIN when generating reports.

TallyPrime’s automation minimizes these errors through default settings and checks.

Business Benefits of Multi-GST Management in TallyPrime 6.1

✅ Simplifies Compliance

All GST registrations managed from one company save time and avoid confusion.

✅ Reduces Errors

Auto-selection of correct GSTIN prevents wrong tax application.

✅ Boosts Efficiency

Faster reporting, filing, and reconciliation.

✅ Improves Transparency

Clear segregation of data for branches and states aids in better business decisions.

✅ Enhances Audit-Readiness

Clear audit trails and accurate data ensure smoother statutory audits.

Conclusion

TallyPrime 6.1’s Multi-GST Registration feature is a game-changer for businesses with operations in multiple states. It reduces manual effort, ensures accurate GST compliance, and streamlines the entire taxation and reporting process across various locations. By leveraging Tally’s automation, businesses can focus more on growth and less on compliance headaches.