Invoice Template for Graphic Designers in India (Free, GST-Ready)
A complete invoice template designed for Indian graphic designers — with the right SAC code, GST fields, payment terms, and revision policy language.
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Sample invoice for a graphic designer
Here's what a professional GST invoice looks like for a freelance designer in India:
Priya Design Studio
12, Koramangala, Bangalore — 560034, Karnataka
GSTIN: 29XXXXX1234X1Z5
priya@priyadesigns.in · +91 98000 00000
SAC: 998392 (Graphic Design Services)
TAX INVOICE
INV-2026-012
Date: 09/03/2026
Due: 23/03/2026
Bill To
Startup XYZ Pvt. Ltd.
404, Powai, Mumbai — 400076, Maharashtra
Place of Supply: Maharashtra (27) — IGST applies
| Description | SAC | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand Identity Design (Logo + Style Guide) | 998392 | 1 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| Social Media Template Pack (10 templates) | 998392 | 1 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
SAC code & GST for graphic designers
Your SAC code: 998392
This covers: Graphic design, logo design, brand identity, UI design, illustration, motion graphics, and all visual communication services. GST rate: 18%.
Use CGST 9% + SGST 9% for clients in the same state as you. Use IGST 18% for clients in a different state. For international clients (Upwork, Fiverr, direct foreign clients) — 0% GST, file a LUT annually.
Common invoice line items for designers
| Service | Billing Unit | Typical Range (India) |
|---|---|---|
| Logo design | Per project | ₹5,000 – ₹50,000 |
| Brand identity package | Per project | ₹15,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| UI/UX design (per screen) | Per screen | ₹2,000 – ₹8,000 |
| Social media creatives | Per month | ₹5,000 – ₹25,000 |
| Print design (brochure/flyer) | Per design | ₹2,500 – ₹15,000 |
| Website design (wireframes) | Per project | ₹20,000 – ₹80,000 |
| Illustration | Per piece | ₹3,000 – ₹30,000 |
| Motion graphics / animation | Per video | ₹10,000 – ₹75,000 |
5 invoice tips every freelance designer should follow
Always take 50% advance
For projects above ₹10,000, always take 50% upfront. Mention it on the invoice as "Advance received: ₹X" and show only the balance due.
Specify revision rounds
Add a note: "This invoice covers 2 revision rounds. Additional revisions billed at ₹X/hour." Prevents scope creep and awkward conversations.
Include file delivery terms
Mention what you'll deliver: "Final files delivered upon receipt of full payment — editable source files, print-ready PDF, web-optimised PNG."
Add late payment interest
Add a note: "Late payments attract 2% interest per month after the due date." Many designers skip this — don't.
Send the invoice the same day you deliver
Clients pay fastest when the delivery is fresh in their mind. Send your invoice within hours of delivering the final files — not days later.
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