Upload IMS Inward Invoices in TallyPrime: 4 Steps + Example

TallyPrime makes GST compliance easier by allowing you to upload IMS Inward Invoices.

This helps keep your purchase records in sync with the GST portal, especially if you’ve received invoices from suppliers but want to push them to the GST system for matching and return filing purposes.

This post will guide you through what IMS inward invoice upload means, how to do it in TallyPrime, and how it benefits your business.

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1. What Are IMS Inward Invoices in TallyPrime?

IMS (Invoice Matching System) inward invoices refer to purchase invoices received from suppliers, which may or may not have been uploaded by them on the GST portal.

If you’ve received a physical or email invoice but the supplier hasn’t uploaded it, you can upload it yourself to ensure it’s reflected in your GSTR-2B and other GST returns.

2. Why Upload IMS Inward Invoices in TallyPrime?

Ensure all purchase invoices are reflected in GST returns
Claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) properly
Notify suppliers about missing uploads
Avoid mismatches during return filing

3. Prerequisites: Upload IMS Inward Invoices in TallyPrime

Before uploading IMS inward invoices:

TallyPrime Release 4.0 or later must be installed
Connected GST must be enabled in your Tally company
You should have valid API access credentials
The purchase voucher must already be recorded in Tally with GST details

4. Steps to Upload IMS Inward Invoices in TallyPrime

Step 1: Go to GST Portal Sync

From Gateway of Tally, go to Exchange > GST Portal Sync

Step 2: Choose Upload Option

Select Upload IMS Inward Invoices

Step 3: Select Period and Vouchers

Choose the return period (e.g., May 2025)
Tally will show a list of eligible purchase vouchers not yet uploaded

Step 4: Verify and Upload

Review the details (GSTIN, invoice number, tax amounts, etc.)
Press Ctrl+A or click Upload
TallyPrime will push the data through the GSTN API

You’ll get a success message once the invoices are uploaded.

5. Example: Upload IMS Inward Invoices in TallyPrime

Let’s say you purchased goods worth ₹1,00,000 + ₹18,000 GST from supplier ABC Enterprises.

They sent you an invoice but did not upload it on the GST portal.

You record the purchase voucher in TallyPrime with GST breakup.
In GST Portal Sync, you choose Upload IMS Inward Invoices.
Tally checks if the supplier has uploaded the invoice. If not, your entry becomes eligible for upload.
You upload it from Tally.
This invoice now becomes available under your GSTR-2A/2B for matching.

6. How to View Uploaded IMS Invoices in TallyPrime

You can check the uploaded invoice status:

Go to Gateway of Tally > Display More Reports > Statutory Reports > GST > Inward Supplies (Uploaded)
Drill down to see individual invoice upload status like Success, Error, or Pending

If there’s an error (e.g., wrong GSTIN), Tally will show the issue, and you can correct and re-upload.

7. Benefits of Uploading IMS Inward Invoices in TallyPrime

Improves GST data accuracy
Ensures ITC claims are not missed
Tracks supplier compliance
Reduces mismatch notices from GSTN

8. Conclusion

Uploading IMS Inward Invoices in TallyPrime is a powerful way to ensure your business remains compliant and gets its rightful Input Tax Credit.

With easy steps, you can upload purchase invoices directly to the GST portal and match them with your return filings.

This keeps your records accurate, improves GST return preparation, and strengthens your supplier relationship by highlighting any missing uploads.