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GSTR-2A Reconciliation Tool

Match GSTR-2A against your purchases to claim the correct ITC. Get exact and probable invoice matching, supplier-wise grouping, and an Excel export — instantly, right in your browser.

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Updated June 2026

Import GSTR-2A

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Drag and drop files here, or click to select files

Only .json files are accepted

Import GSTR-2

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Only .json and .xlsx files are accepted

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What this GSTR-2A reconciliation tool does

2A vs purchases

Reconcile GSTR-2A against your purchases (GSTR-2), including credit and debit notes.

Probable matching

Matches exact invoice numbers first, then partial numbers, to catch near-matches.

Supplier-wise view

Group by supplier GSTIN, filter by party, and search any invoice or amount.

Export to Excel

Download the reconciled result — matched in green, unreconciled in red.

Functionality of the tool

Reconcile GSTR-2A with your purchases to claim correct ITC. Under Section 16(4), ITC can be claimed up to the 30th of November following the financial year, so reconcile early on the official GST portal. Download the GSTR-2 Excel format.

  • Reconcile GSTR-2A and GSTR-2 (Purchases, Credit & Debit Notes).
  • Matches on exact invoice number first, then partial. For example, an invoice VCRPL/23-24/326 in GSTR-2A and only 326 in GSTR-2 still gets matched.
  • All reconciled data is shown in green, while un-reconciled data is shown in red.

How to use the tool

  1. 1Upload JSON file(s) in the GSTR-2A section. You can also upload more than one file.
  2. 2Upload JSON or XLSX file(s) in the GSTR-2 section. You can also upload more than one file.
  3. 3Use the dropdown (5 options): All Entries, Present in both, Probable Matches, Only in GSTR-2, and Only in GSTR-2A.
  4. 4Group on the basis of Supplier GSTIN or see a total summary.
  5. 5Filter by party from the dropdown on the right, or by clicking any GSTIN in the supplier-wise view.
  6. 6Search for any invoice number, GSTIN, amount or other field.
  7. 7Click the Download Excel button to download the reconciled Excel file.

How to download GSTR-2A JSON files from the GST portal

  1. 1Log in to the GST portal.
  2. 2Click on Return Dashboard.
  3. 3Select financial year, quarter and then month.
  4. 4Click the download button in the GSTR-2A section.
  5. 5Click "Generate JSON file to Download". The JSON file is generated and available for download within about 20 minutes. To download multiple JSON files at once, use a Chrome extension like TaxTribute GST Assistant or XLSDeal.

Frequently asked questions

What is GSTR-2A reconciliation?

GSTR-2A reconciliation is the process of matching the auto-drafted GSTR-2A (purchases reported by your suppliers) against your own purchase records. It confirms which invoices match, which are missing, and which are only on one side, so your input tax credit is accurate.

Why should I reconcile GSTR-2A with my purchases?

Reconciling GSTR-2A with your purchases ensures you claim only the input tax credit (ITC) reflected by your suppliers. It surfaces invoices missing from GSTR-2A, mismatched values, and unbilled entries — helping you avoid ITC reversals, notices, and lost credit.

Does the tool do partial or probable invoice matching?

Yes. It first matches on the exact invoice number for a GSTIN, then does partial matching. For example, if an invoice is VCRPL/23-24/326 in GSTR-2A but only 326 in your purchases, it is still matched and shown under Probable Matches.

What file formats does the GSTR-2A reconciliation tool accept?

Upload GSTR-2A as JSON files downloaded from the GST portal. Your purchases (GSTR-2) can be uploaded as JSON or XLSX files. You can upload multiple files in each section as long as they share the same GSTIN.

Is my data safe? Does it stay in my browser?

Yes. The reconciliation runs locally in your browser. Your GSTR-2A and purchase files are processed on your device and are not uploaded to or stored on any server.

Can I download the reconciled result to Excel?

Yes. Once GSTR-2A and your purchases are matched, click the Download Excel button to export the reconciled data — matched entries in green and unreconciled entries in red — as a ready-to-use workbook.

Till when can I claim the input tax credit found during reconciliation?

Under Section 16(4) of the CGST Act, input tax credit on an invoice can be claimed up to the 30th of November following the end of the financial year, or the filing of the annual return, whichever is earlier — so reconcile GSTR-2A early to avoid losing eligible ITC.

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