Freelance Invoice Generator
Last Updated: 8 April 2026
Freelance Invoice Generator
Estimate your professional project billing and taxes
What is Freelance Billing & Tax Guide?
Professional invoicing is more than just stating a price. In India, a proper invoice for a GST-registered freelancer must include CGST/SGST/IGST breakdown and account for TDS deductions. Our generator helps you stay compliant by showing exactly how much your client should pay and how much will actually reach your account.
📊 Practical Example
"If you bill ₹1,00,000 for a website. You add 18% GST (₹18,000), total value becomes ₹1,18,000. Your client deducts 10% TDS on the base (₹10,000). You receive ₹1,08,000. You later pay the ₹18,000 GST to the govt, making your true earnings ₹90,000."
⚠️ Common Mistake
Forgetting to state 'GST Exclusive' or 'GST Inclusive' in your quotes. If you don't mention it, clients usually assume GST is inclusive, meaning you'll have to pay the 18% tax from your own profit.
How it Works & Benefits
GST & TDS Breakdown
Clearly see your tax liabilities and deductions before sending the invoice.
Platform Fee Support
Account for Upwork, Fiverr, or payment gateway fees (2-20%) automatically.
Net Take-Home View
Know exactly how much cash will hit your bank account after all deductions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries answered for you
In India, freelancers need to register for GST only if their annual turnover exceeds ₹20 Lakhs (₹10 Lakhs for special category states). However, you can opt for voluntary registration to claim Input Tax Credit.
Clients usually deduct TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) at 10% under Section 194J for professional services or 1% under 194C for contracts. You can claim this back if your total tax liability is lower than the TDS deducted.
The formula is: Total = Base Amount + (Base Amount * GST Rate / 100). For an 18% GST on a ₹10,000 project, the invoice value is ₹11,800.