The central government has introduced a scheme through which even a common person can become a millionaire. Launched on September 1, the scheme is named ‘Mera Bill-Mera Adhikar.’ Under this scheme, selected individuals who upload their GST bills will be rewarded with up to one crore rupees. The central government aims to encourage customers to ask for GST bills, as this will help reduce tax evasion. Throughout this article, we will provide all the details about this amazing initiative by the Indian government.
Where and how to apply
Anyone can take advantage of this scheme. Customers need to upload GST bills correctly to win Rs 1 crore. The only condition is that the customer must submit a minimum bill of Rs 200. To take advantage of this scheme, first, download the ‘Mera Bill Mera Adhikar’ app from the Play Store. Alternatively, GST bills can also be uploaded by visiting web.merabill.gst.gov.in. A person can upload a maximum of 25 bills in a month, not more than that.
Key Points to remember regarding the scheme:
- A person can upload a maximum of 25 genuine invoices per month on the app, with each invoice having a minimum purchase amount of Rs 200.
- Lucky draw eligibility: To be eligible for the monthly lucky draw, customers must upload all their business-to-consumer (B2C) invoices for the previous month by the 5th of each month.
- Draw for quarterly bumper prizes: A quarterly lottery will be drawn, with substantial prizes awarded, based on all invoices uploaded by the 5th of each month for the previous three months.
- Upload invoice details: Customers must provide the required invoice information for each upload, including the supplier’s GSTIN, invoice number, invoice date, invoice value, and customer status.
- System approval: The system will reject inactive or fraudulent GSTINs and fake GST invoices uploaded.
- Minimum invoice value: Invoices with a minimum value of Rs 200 will be eligible for consideration in the lucky draw.
- Maximum uploaded Challan Bills: Each individual can upload a maximum of 25 invoices per month.
- ARN Reference Number: A unique Reference Number (ARN) will be generated for each uploaded invoice, which will be used for the draw.
These documents are necessary
To participate in this scheme and become a crorepati, the government requires a few documents. You must submit these documents via the app or website. Besides the GST bill, only three other documents are needed: your PAN card, Aadhaar card, and bank details. Additionally, the GST bill must include the shopkeeper’s invoice number, GSTIN, payment amount, and tax amount.
Win Lakhs Every Month, Crores in Three Months
By submitting a GST bill of Rs 200, you can win up to Rs 10 lakh every month. A bumper lucky draw will be held every three months, with a chance to win Rs 1 crore. Although the minimum limit for a GST bill is set at Rs 200, there is no maximum limit.
The scheme was launched in these states only
The government has currently launched this scheme in selected states only. These include Gujarat, Haryana, and Assam, as well as Union Territories like Puducherry, Daman and Diu, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The scheme has been launched as a pilot project and will run for the next year.