E-Way Bill 2.0 vs 1.0: What’s New, How It Works & Simple Fixes

Author: Amrut Chitragar

Published on: 29 June 2025

⏱️ Estimated Read Time: 6–8 minutes

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Before GST, each state had its own way of tracking goods movement. For example, Karnataka used a system called e-SUGAM. It required dealers to upload details of transported goods — good for preventing tax evasion, but only in Karnataka.

In 2018, the government launched a national E-Way Bill 1.0 system through ewaybill.nic.in. It replaced all state-level systems and brought uniformity across India.

Now from 1 July 2025, E-Way Bill 2.0 is live — a faster, more reliable version. Don't worry, the old system still works. This article explains:

• ✅ What’s new in E-Way Bill 2.0
• ✅ How to use it and switch over
• ✅ Simple fixes for login, OTP, and loading issues
• ✅ Tally/ERP integration guide
• ✅ Answers to top FAQs

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📌 Table of Contents

1. E-Way Bill 2.0 vs 1.0 – What’s the Difference?
2. How to Switch to E-Way Bill 2.0
3. Portal Not Working? Fix Login or OTP Errors
4. E-Way Bill 2.0 API Integration Guide
5. How to Integrate with Tally Prime
6. Most Asked FAQs

🧾 TL;DR (Too Long; Didn’t Read)

• 🚀 E-Way Bill 2.0 is live from 1 July 2025
• 🔑 Use the same GST login – no new registration required
• 💡 Use 2.0 when 1.0 is slow or under maintenance
• 🔄 Both systems sync data in real-time
• 🧩 ERP software like Tally, Zoho, Busy can be easily integrated

📊 E-Way Bill 2.0 vs 1.0 – Feature Comparison Table

Feature	E-Way Bill 1.0	E-Way Bill 2.0
Status	Live since 2018	Live from 1 July 2025
Website	ewaybill.nic.in	ewaybill2.gst.gov.in
Real-Time Sync	Not needed	Yes – synced with 1.0
Use When Other Portal Is Down	No	Yes – acts as reliable backup
Create/Update/Print Bill	Yes	Yes
ERP/API Integration	Yes	Yes – with sandbox testing
Login Credentials	GST login	Same login used
Interface	Simple	Similar but faster
Main Purpose	Primary usage	Backup + stability & uptime

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🔁 How to Switch to E-Way Bill 2.0

No new registration is needed. Just follow these steps:

1. Go to ewaybill2.gst.gov.in
2. Login using your existing GST username and password
3. Your data is already synced and available
4. You can now create, update, cancel, extend, and print bills as usual

✅ Pro Tip: Use the 2.0 portal whenever the 1.0 portal is slow or under maintenance.

🚫 Portal Not Working? Fix Login or OTP Errors

Sometimes users face problems like:

• 🔒 OTP not coming
• ❌ Login not working
• 🌐 Page not loading properly
• 🐢 1.0 portal being too slow or down

Try these simple fixes:

Problem	Solution (Step-by-Step)
OTP not coming	- Make sure your mobile number is linked to your GST account. - Turn off DND (Do Not Disturb) on your phone. - Wait a few minutes and try again.
Login not working	- Double-check your GST username and password. - Try a different browser like Chrome or Edge. - Use the ‘Forgot Password’ option if needed.
Page not loading properly	- Clear your browser cache and cookies (steps below). - Restart your browser. - Switch to a different browser if needed.
1.0 portal down or slow	- Use ewaybill2.gst.gov.in. - All data is synced between both portals in real time.

🔧 How to Clear Browser Cache in Chrome

1. Open Chrome and click the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner
2. Go to More tools → Clear browsing data
3. Set Time range to “All time”
4. Select:
   • ✓ Browsing history
   • ✓ Cookies and other site data
   • ✓ Cached images and files
5. Click Clear data

✅ This solves most login or loading issues for both 1.0 and 2.0 E-Way Bill portals.

⚙️ E-Way Bill 2.0 API Integration Guide (for ERP Users)

If you use billing software like Tally, Busy, Zoho Books, or your own ERP system, good news — the new E-Way Bill 2.0 portal supports real-time API integration with sandbox testing.

✅ Steps to Integrate:

1. Visit ewaybill2.gst.gov.in
2. Click on API Developer section from the home menu
3. Download the latest API documents and implementation guide
4. Test your system using the provided Sandbox Mode
5. Once all tests pass, go live with real-time data exchange

🔄 Note: Both 1.0 and 2.0 portals use the same backend, so you only need to integrate once.

Once integrated, your ERP system can directly:

• 🧾 Generate e-way bills
• 🖨️ Print e-way bills
• ❌ Cancel or 🕒 Extend validity

💡 This saves time and reduces manual data entry errors.

🧾 How to Integrate E-Way Bill 2.0 with Tally Prime

If you're using Tally Prime to generate GST invoices, you can integrate it with the E-Way Bill 2.0 portal for automatic e-way bill generation.

✅ Step-by-Step Integration Guide:

1. Update Tally Prime
   Make sure you are using the latest version of Tally Prime that supports GST and e-way bill features.
2. Enable E-Way Bill in Tally
   Navigate to:
   Gateway of Tally → F11: Features → GST
   Enable: “e-Way Bill: Yes”
   Enter your GSTIN and state details.
3. Generate API Credentials
   Log in to ewaybill2.gst.gov.in
   Go to API Registration
   Generate your Client ID and Secret Key
4. Configure API in Tally
   Enter the API URL, Client ID, and Secret Key in your Tally integration settings.
   (Usually done by your IT team or Tally partner)
5. Create Invoice and Generate EWB
   After you enter the sales invoice, Tally will automatically prompt to generate the e-way bill.
   You can view, print, cancel, or extend the bill from within Tally itself.
6. Use Sandbox for Testing (Optional)
   You can use the Sandbox Mode to test with dummy data before going live.

✅ Once setup is complete, Tally Prime allows you to manage all e-way bill tasks without manually logging into the portal every time.

❓ Most Asked FAQs About E-Way Bill 2.0

Q1: Is E-Way Bill 1.0 getting removed?

Answer: No. Both E-Way Bill 1.0 and 2.0 portals will continue to operate. You can use whichever works better at the time.

Q2: Can I generate a bill in 2.0 and update it in 1.0?

Answer: Yes. All actions (create, update, cancel) are synced between both portals instantly.

Q3: How do I fix the E-Way Bill 2.0 portal not working issue?

Answer: Clear your browser cache, check your internet, or simply switch to the other portal.

Q4: Can I connect Tally or Busy with E-Way Bill 2.0?

Answer: Yes. Use the API sandbox testing mode and follow the integration steps shared above.

Q5: Do I need separate login credentials for 2.0?

Answer: No. You can log in with your existing GST username and password.

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🧠 Final Thoughts

The launch of E-Way Bill 2.0 brings faster performance, better uptime, and seamless integration with your ERP or billing software.

✅ If the old portal is slow, just switch to the new one. No data loss.
✅ If you're using billing software, integrate it once and save time.
✅ If you're facing technical issues, follow the fixes in this article — they work for most users.

Remember: GST compliance is easier when your tools work with you — not against you. E-Way Bill 2.0 is built to help you focus more on business and less on tech glitches.

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