What are Debit Notes and Credit Notes in textile wholesale GST billing?

Short answer

A Credit Note is issued by the supplier to reduce the taxable value or tax charged on an invoice (e.g., for returned goods, defects, or agreed discounts), while a Debit Note is issued by the buyer or supplier to increase invoice value (e.g., for short-billing corrections).

Managing returns and defect allowances in Surat, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai wholesale trade requires correct GST documentation:

  • Return of Defective Pieces: When returning damaged sarees or mismatched kurti sets, ensure the supplier issues a proper GST Credit Note linked to your original invoice number so your Input Tax Credit (ITC) matches in GSTR-2B.

Updated 6 November 2026 Share on WhatsApp

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