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[Documents and GST](https://safeandsecure.in/answers/documents/) · E-way bill and GST

# Can an e-way bill be cancelled?

Short answer

Yes, an e-way bill can be cancelled on the portal within 24 hours of generation when the goods are not moved, or not moved as the bill states.

It cannot be cancelled once it has been verified in transit. Sub-rule 9 of rule 138 of the CGST Rules, 2017 sets the rule. After 24 hours the bill can only lapse, so cancel quickly if the dispatch is called off. Tell our desk at once if a booked dispatch is cancelled.

Period: Rules as published, checked 2026-09-29. Data as of 29 Sep 2026. [How we count](https://safeandsecure.in/facts/)

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## The numbers behind this answer

**Cancellation window**: 24 hours from generation

**Not allowed after**: verification in transit

**Rule**: sub-rule 9 of rule 138

## Sources

1. [CBIC GST: CGST Rules, 2017 (rule 138, e-way bill)](https://cbic-gst.gov.in/)
2. [GST e-way bill system (GSTN)](https://ewaybillgst.gov.in/)

Period: Rules as published, checked 2026-09-29. Data as of 29 Sep 2026.

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