TallyPrime allows you to upload GST returns directly to the GST portal, making the filing process more convenient and efficient. To enable this functionality, you must first activate API access for your login on the GST portal.
In this guide, we will explain the step-by-step process to enable API access on the GST portal and connect it with TallyPrime for direct GST return uploads.
What Is API Access on the GST Portal?
API access allows compatible software, such as TallyPrime, to communicate with the GST portal and perform supported tasks directly. Once API access is enabled, you can upload GST returns from TallyPrime without manually uploading them through the portal.
Steps to Enable API Access on the GST Portal
Follow these steps to enable API access for your GST portal login.
Step 1: Log In to the GST Portal
Visit the official GST portal at https://www.gst.gov.in and log in using your GST portal credentials.
Step 2: Open My Profile
Click your username in the top-right corner of the screen and select My Profile from the available options.
Step 3: Access Manage API Access
On the My Profile page, navigate to the Quick Links section and click Manage API Access.
Step 4: Enable API Access
Select Yes against the option to enable the API request.
Step 5: Select the Duration
Choose the required API access duration from the available options. TallyPrime's tutorial highlights the option to remain logged in for up to 30 days, compared with the earlier six-hour session limit. The available duration may depend on the options currently provided by the GST portal.
Step 6: Confirm Your Selection
Click Confirm to save your API access settings.
Your GST portal login is now configured for the selected API access duration.
Upload GST Returns Directly from TallyPrime
After enabling API access, you can use TallyPrime to upload GST returns directly to the GST portal through its supported GST features.
This helps simplify the return-upload process and reduces the need to switch repeatedly between TallyPrime and the GST portal.
Benefits of Enabling API Access
Direct GST return upload: Upload GST returns from TallyPrime using supported functionality.
Simplified workflow: Reduce manual steps involved in accessing the GST portal.
Improved efficiency: Manage GST-related activities more conveniently.
Better integration: Use TallyPrime and the GST portal together for supported GST compliance tasks.
Enabling API access on the GST portal is an important step toward uploading GST returns directly from TallyPrime. By logging in to the GST portal, accessing My Profile, enabling API access, selecting the duration, and confirming the settings, you can prepare your account for a smoother GST return-upload workflow.
Follow these steps to configure API access and simplify your GST compliance process with TallyPrime.
Note: The exact menu names, session duration options, and available functionality may change as the GST portal is updated. Always follow the options displayed on the official portal.