Part B to determine validity of e-way bill, clarifies finance ministry

The validity of e-way bill is one day up to 100 km, with some exceptions

Validity of an e-way bill would start from the day transporter filed Part B of the bill, the finance ministry clarified, as the mechanism to track inter-state movement of goods worth over Rs 50,000 for the goods and services tax (GST) was rolled out from midnight.

The clarification assumes importance since transporter may start movement of goods a few days after being handed over the consignment.

Part B of the e-way bill has details like the transporter’s vehicle number, while Part A has other details such as the quantity and value of goods supplied. The validity of e-way bill is one day