📋 FREE PROFORMA INVOICE MAKER

Free Proforma Invoice Maker for India

Create professional proforma invoices with GST in 60 seconds. Auto-calculates CGST, SGST & IGST. PDF download. No login. No watermark.

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📋 What is a Proforma Invoice?
A proforma invoice is a preliminary bill sent to buyers before delivery, showing estimated costs, quantities, and terms. It is not a tax document but is required for advance payments, import/export, and purchase order approvals.
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Proforma Invoice Details

Status: Draft
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Your Business (Seller / Exporter)

Logo
🖼️ Tap to upload company logo

PNG · JPG · Max 2MB

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Customer / Buyer (Bill To)

🟢 Intra-State Transaction — CGST + SGST will be applied
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Items / Services

Item / Description HSN/SAC Unit Qty Rate ₹ Disc% GST%
Amount in Words: Zero Rupees Only
Subtotal₹0.00
Item Discounts-₹0.00
Additional Discount-₹0.00
Taxable Amount₹0.00
CGST₹0.00
SGST₹0.00
Round Off₹0.00
Grand Total₹0.00
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Notes, Terms & Bank Details

📊 GST Rate Reference

0%Essentials, milk, fresh fruits
5%Packaged food, medicines
12%Business goods, computers
18%Most services, IT, telecom
28%Luxury, automobiles, tobacco

💡 Proforma Invoice Tips

✅A proforma is NOT a tax invoice — don't use it for GST filing
📦Add HSN for goods, SAC code for services
⏰Set validity date to 30 days (standard practice)
💰Mention advance % clearly to avoid disputes
🖼️Upload logo for a branded professional PDF
💾Save seller details once — auto-loads next time

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Our free proforma invoice maker is the fastest way to generate professional proforma invoices in India. Whether you're a manufacturer, exporter, freelancer, or SMB, simply fill in your business details, add items with HSN or SAC codes, set your delivery terms, and download a professional PDF in seconds — no login, no watermark, no hidden charges.

Proforma Invoice vs Tax Invoice — Key Differences

FeatureProforma InvoiceTax Invoice (GST)
Legal Document?No (preliminary)Yes (legally binding)
GST Filing?Not used for GST filingUsed for GST returns
Used ForAdvance payment, order confirmationFinal billing, accounting
Mandatory GSTIN?OptionalMandatory (B2B)
When SentBefore deliveryAfter delivery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a proforma invoice in India? ▼
A proforma invoice is a preliminary bill sent to the buyer before the actual supply of goods or services. It shows estimated costs, quantities, GST amounts, and payment terms. It is commonly used for advance payments, import/export documentation, and purchase order approval.
Is a proforma invoice valid for GST purposes? ▼
No. A proforma invoice is NOT a tax document under the GST Act. You cannot use it for claiming Input Tax Credit (ITC) or filing GST returns. You must issue a proper GST Tax Invoice after delivery for official GST purposes.
What is the difference between proforma invoice and commercial invoice? ▼
A proforma invoice is sent before the sale to get buyer approval and advance payment. A commercial invoice is issued after the sale is complete and is used for accounting, GST compliance, and export documentation. A proforma becomes a commercial invoice once the order is confirmed and delivered.
Can I use a proforma invoice for import/export? ▼
Yes. Proforma invoices are widely used in international trade to obtain import licenses, open Letters of Credit (LC), get foreign exchange approval, and customs clearance. Our proforma invoice maker includes delivery terms like FOB, EXW, CNF which are standard in export documentation.
How long is a proforma invoice valid? ▼
Typically 15 to 30 days, as prices and GST rates can change. Our tool lets you set the exact validity date. Make sure to mention this clearly so buyers know when to confirm the order.

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