When you pay land revenue (e-Khajana), registration fees, or excise duties online in Assam, you receive a receipt containing an e-GRN. e-GRN is a crucial term in government transactions. But what does it mean, and how do you check its status if your payment is stuck?
Here, I will explain what e-GRN is and how to verify your transaction status online through the e-GRAS portal.
What is e-GRN?
e-GRN stands for Electronic Government Reference Number. It is a unique 18-digit identification number generated by the Government Receipt Accounting System (e-GRAS) of Assam for every online payment made to the state treasury.
It acts as a final audit check proving that your money has been successfully debited from your bank account and credited to the specific government department's head of account.
Why Check e-GRN Status?
Sometimes, during online payments on Sewa Setu, your bank account is debited, but the portal shows "Payment Failed" or "Pending". In such cases, checking the e-GRN status tells you if the money reached the treasury (Success) or if it will be refunded to your account (Failed).
How to Check e-GRN Status Online?
Follow these steps to track your payment:
- First, visit the official e-GRAS Assam portal: https://assamegras.gov.in.
- On the home page, look for the "Challan Status" or "Search Challan" option on the sidebar menu.
- Select your search criteria. You can search using the e-GRN Number directly.
- Enter your 18-digit e-GRN number in the box.
- Type the captcha code exactly as shown and click on Search.
- The screen will display your challan details, payment date, bank reference number, and status (SUCCESS / FAILED / PENDING).
If the status shows SUCCESS, your tax is paid. Print this challan as proof of payment to show to your local circle office if needed. That's it!