GSTR-2B JSON ⇄ Excel Converter
Convert GSTR-2B JSON (from the GST portal) to Excel, view JSON data, or merge multiple files — instantly, right in your browser.
Updated June 2026
Drag and drop a JSON file here, or click to select a file
(Only .json files up to 15MB are accepted)
What this GSTR-2B tool does
JSON → Excel
Turn a GSTR-2B JSON file downloaded from the GST portal into a clean, readable Excel workbook.
Excel → JSON
Convert a GSTR-2B Excel file back to JSON format ready for the GST portal.
Merge files
Combine data from multiple GSTR-2B JSON or Excel files into one merged view.
View JSON data
Instantly view structured GSTR-2B data in easy-to-read tables, right in your browser.
Uses of this tool
A faster, easier way to work with GSTR-2B data from the official GST portal. GSTR-2B is a static ITC statement generated on the 14th of each month and is the basis for claiming input tax credit.
- See data of a GSTR-2B JSON file downloaded from the GST portal.
- Convert GSTR-2B JSON to Excel for easier reading and analysis.
- Convert GSTR-2B Excel back to JSON format.
- See merged data of several GSTR-2B files at once.
- Merge data of multiple GSTR-2B JSON or Excel files.
How to use the tool
- 1Upload xlsx or json files. You can also upload more than one file at the same time.
- 2A list of all sections (sheets in Excel) will be shown in tables.
- 3Click any section to see its data in a table, along with a summary of that section.
- 4Click Download Excel or Download JSON to download the file with all sections.
How to download JSON files from the GST portal
- 1Log in to the GST portal.
- 2Click on Return Dashboard.
- 3Select financial year, quarter and then month. To download GSTR-2B for the whole quarter, select the last month of the quarter.
- 4Click the download button in the GSTR-2B section. If you selected the last month of the quarter, both a monthly and a quarterly section will appear — click the required one.
- 5Click "Generate JSON file to Download". The JSON file is generated and available for download within about 20 minutes. To download several JSON files at once, use a Chrome extension like TaxTribute GST Assistant or XLSDeal.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Finexo GSTR-2B tool free?
Yes. The GSTR-2B JSON ⇄ Excel converter is 100% free with no sign-up and no usage limits. Everything runs in your browser, so your data is never uploaded to a server.
How do I convert a GSTR-2B JSON file to Excel?
Upload your GSTR-2B JSON file (downloaded from the GST portal), review the sections shown in tables, then click Download Excel to get a clean, readable workbook of all sections.
How do I download GSTR-2B JSON from the GST portal?
Log in to the GST portal, open Return Dashboard, select the financial year, quarter and month. For a quarterly GSTR-2B, select the last month of the quarter. Click the download button in the GSTR-2B section, then click 'Generate JSON file to Download' — the file is ready within about 20 minutes.
Can I merge multiple GSTR-2B files?
Yes. Upload multiple GSTR-2B JSON or Excel files at once. The tool combines all the data into one view and lets you download a single merged Excel or JSON file.
Is my GSTR-2B data safe?
Yes. All conversion and merging happens locally in your browser. Your GSTR-2B files are never uploaded to or stored on any server.
When is GSTR-2B generated?
GSTR-2B is a static input tax credit statement generated on the 14th of each month for the previous tax period. Once generated it does not change, which makes it the reliable basis for claiming ITC.
What is the difference between GSTR-2A and GSTR-2B?
GSTR-2A is a dynamic statement that updates as suppliers file, while GSTR-2B is static and generated on the 14th of each month. Input tax credit is claimed on the basis of GSTR-2B. This tool converts GSTR-2B JSON to Excel and back.
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