If you’re a GST-registered business required to issue e-Invoices, TallyPrime makes the process of generating IRN (Invoice Reference Number) and printing the QR code very simple.
Once your e-Invoicing is set up in TallyPrime, you can automatically send invoices to the government portal (IRP) and receive back an IRN + QR code.
Let’s understand the process step-by-step with a simple example.
1. What is IRN and QR Code in e-Invoicing in TallyPrime?
- IRN is a unique number generated by the Invoice Registration Portal (IRP).
- QR Code is a digitally signed image that contains important invoice details like:
- Seller & buyer GSTIN
- Invoice number & date
- Invoice value
- IRN
These are mandatory to be printed on all B2B invoices once e-Invoicing is applicable.
2. Example Scenario: Generate IRN and Print QR Code in TallyPrime
Let’s assume:
- Your company is Shah Enterprises based in Gujarat.
- You sell goods worth ₹1,00,000 + 18% GST to ABC Traders in Maharashtra.
- You create the invoice in TallyPrime.
- Now you need to generate the IRN and print the QR code.
3. Step-by-Step Guide to Generate IRN and Print QR Code in TallyPrime
Step 1: Create a Sales Invoice in TallyPrime
- Go to: Gateway of Tally > Vouchers > F8 (Sales)
- Fill in:
- Customer: ABC Traders
- Item: e.g., Laptop (Qty: 1, Rate: ₹1,00,000)
- Tax: IGST 18%
- Press Ctrl + A to save.
Tally will prompt:
“Do you want to generate e-Invoice?”
Select Yes.
Step 2: IRN Generation
Once you select “Yes”, TallyPrime will automatically:
- Connect with the IRP (Invoice Registration Portal)
- Upload the invoice data
- Retrieve the following:
- IRN
- Acknowledgement No.
- Acknowledgement Date
- Signed QR Code
You’ll see a message:
“IRN generated successfully.”
These details are now saved in Tally against that invoice.
Step 3: Print the Invoice with QR Code and IRN
After IRN is generated:
- Go to: Display > Day Book > Select the Invoice
- Press Alt + P to print
- In the print preview, you will see:
- QR Code at the top-right or bottom of the invoice
- IRN, Acknowledgement Number, and Date
If you want to configure the position of the QR code:
- Press F12: Configure > Show QR Code
- Choose the placement and size
Now print the invoice — it’s IRN-compliant and ready to share with your customer.
4. How to Verify IRN Was Generated in TallyPrime?
Go to:
Gateway of Tally > Display More Reports > Statutory Reports > GST > e-Invoice Report
Under the Uploaded tab, you can:
- See a list of invoices for which IRN has been generated
- Click on a transaction to view:
- IRN
- QR Code (image)
- Ack No. and Ack Date
5. Bonus Tip: Reprint or Re-generate QR Code in TallyPrime
If you missed printing the QR code earlier:
- Open the invoice (Alt + G > Day Book)
- Press Alt + P > F12: Configure
- Make sure QR Code – Yes is selected
- Print again
Tally automatically re-inserts the saved QR code. You do not need to generate IRN again.
6. Common Issues and Fixes while Generating IRN and Print QR Code in TallyPrime
| Issue | Fix |
|---|---|
| IRP credentials invalid | Recheck e-Invoice username and password in Company Features |
| Customer GSTIN missing | Ensure the customer ledger has valid GSTIN and registration type |
| IRN not generating | Check internet connection and ensure you’re connected to IRP |
| QR code not printing | Enable QR Code in print configuration (F12) |
7. Final Words
Generating IRN and printing QR code in TallyPrime is a one-click process once setup is done.
Tally handles the upload, validation, and retrieval from IRP—all within seconds.
You stay 100% GST compliant without any manual effort or external tools.
If you’re using TallyPrime and fall under the e-Invoicing mandate, take advantage of this automation and simplify your invoicing workflow.
Let me know if you need help configuring e-Invoicing or resolving any TallyPrime issue.
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