GSTR-2A JSON ⇄ Excel Converter
Download GSTR-2A JSON from the GST portal, view its data section-by-section, convert it to Excel, or merge multiple files — instantly, right in your browser.
Updated June 2026
Drag and drop a JSON file here, or click to select a file
(Only .json files up to 15MB are accepted)
What this GSTR-2A tool does
JSON → Excel
Download GSTR-2A JSON from the GST portal and convert it to a clean, readable Excel workbook.
View JSON data
Inspect any section of your GSTR-2A JSON file in a structured table without opening a spreadsheet editor.
Merge files
Combine data from multiple GSTR-2A JSON files — across months or clients — into one consolidated view.
100% browser-based
All processing happens locally in your browser. Your GSTR-2A data is never sent to any server.
Uses of this tool
Everything you need to work with GSTR-2A data downloaded from the official GST portal. GSTR-2A is auto-drafted from filings by your suppliers, and input tax credit can be claimed up to the 30th of November following the financial year.
- See data of a GSTR-2A JSON file downloaded from the GST portal.
- Convert a GSTR-2A JSON file to Excel.
- See merged data of several GSTR-2A JSON files.
- Merge data of multiple GSTR-2A JSON files into one Excel file.
How to use the tool
- 1Upload one or more GSTR-2A JSON files downloaded from the GST portal.
- 2A list of all sections will be shown in tables.
- 3Click any section to see its data in a table, along with a summary of that section.
- 4Click Download Excel to download an Excel file with all the sections.
How to download JSON files from the GST portal
- 1Log in to the GST portal.
- 2Click on Return Dashboard.
- 3Select financial year, quarter and then month.
- 4Click the download button in the GSTR-2A section.
- 5Click "Generate JSON file to Download". The JSON file is generated and available for download within about 20 minutes. To download several JSON files at once, use a Chrome extension like TaxTribute GST Assistant or XLSDeal.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Finexo GSTR-2A tool free?
Yes. The GSTR-2A JSON to Excel converter is 100% free with no sign-up and no usage limits. Everything runs in your browser, so your data is never uploaded to a server.
How do I convert a GSTR-2A JSON file to Excel?
Upload your GSTR-2A JSON file downloaded from the GST portal. The tool will display all sections in tables. Click Download Excel to get a clean, readable workbook of all sections.
How do I download GSTR-2A JSON from the GST portal?
Log in to the GST portal, click Return Dashboard, select the financial year and month, click the download button in the GSTR-2A section, then click Generate JSON file to Download. The file will be ready within about 20 minutes.
Can I merge multiple GSTR-2A JSON files?
Yes. Upload multiple GSTR-2A JSON files at once and the tool will merge all of them, letting you view or download the combined data as a single Excel file.
Is my GSTR-2A data safe?
Yes. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your GSTR-2A files are never uploaded to or stored on any server.
What is GSTR-2A?
GSTR-2A is an auto-drafted, dynamic statement of your inward supplies (purchases), built automatically from the GSTR-1 returns your suppliers file. It updates whenever a supplier files. Download it as JSON from the GST portal and convert it to Excel with this tool.
What is the difference between GSTR-2A and GSTR-2B?
GSTR-2A is dynamic and keeps changing as suppliers file, while GSTR-2B is a static statement generated on the 14th of each month and is the basis for claiming input tax credit. Many taxpayers reconcile both against their purchase register.
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