Starting June 1, the new E-Way Bill threshold in West Bengal will be ₹50,000, down from ₹1 lakh. This change impacts small and medium enterprises, necessitating updates to invoicing and transport documentation.
West Bengal Lowers E-Way Bill Threshold
The Government of West Bengal has announced a significant reduction in the E-Way Bill threshold for intra-state goods movement from ₹1 lakh to ₹50,000, effective from June 1, 2026. This legislative adjustment is aimed at enhancing the regulatory framework governing the transport of goods within the state.
The new threshold is particularly expected to impact small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which frequently engage in the intra-state transportation of goods. Such enterprises are now required to revise their invoicing and transport documentation systems to comply with the new regulation, thereby ensuring compliance for all future transactions.
This change may lead to increased operational burdens for SMEs, as they will need to adapt their existing procedures to align with the new legal requirements and ensure timely compliance. Failure to comply could potentially result in penalties under the state's Goods and Services Tax regime.
Practitioners advising clients in the logistics and transportation sectors should prepare to guide them through these impending adjustments to maintain compliance with the updated legislative framework.
Citations
- Govt Notification (2026) West Bengal E-Way Bill
