In short
A payment receipt confirms money you received. It shows your business name, a receipt number and date, who paid, the amount in figures (and words if you like), what it was for or which invoice it pays, the payment mode (cash, UPI, cheque, NEFT) with the reference number, and your signature. When a GST-registered business receives an advance, the law calls for a receipt voucher with the GST details.
Fields to include
- Your business name and address
- Receipt number and date
- Received from: payer name
- Amount received
- For: invoice number or purpose
- Payment mode and reference (UPI ID, cheque number, UTR)
- Signature
When to use it
- Rent, fees, donations and subscriptions
- Cash or UPI payments against an invoice
- Advance payments before a job
How to make one online
Open the free receipt maker
Tap "Make this receipt free". It opens in your browser; no signup.
Fill in the fields
Type your details, your customer's and the items. Totals are worked out for you.
Download or send
Download the PDF to print or share. Sign up free to save it and send it on WhatsApp or email.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between an invoice and a receipt?
An invoice asks for payment; a receipt confirms you have been paid.
Is a revenue stamp needed on a cash receipt?
Under the Indian Stamp Act a receipt for more than ₹5,000 needs a ₹1 revenue stamp in most states. Receipts for UPI and bank payments are commonly issued without one; check your state rules with your CA.
Can I issue a receipt for a part payment?
Yes. Enter the amount received; on a paid plan with Receivables, the invoice shows as part paid until the rest comes in.
More questions? See the Receipt Book FAQ.
Sources
This page explains the rules in general terms as of November 2026. It is not tax or legal advice; check your case with your CA.
More formats
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