GST Calculator

Calculate Goods and Services Tax (GST) easily. Instantly determine exclusive or inclusive GST amounts.

Item Name (Opt) Amount (₹) Rate (%) Type

Invoice Summary

Total Base Amount (Taxable Value) 0.00
Total CGST 0.00
Total SGST 0.00
Total IGST 0.00
Total Invoice Amount 0.00
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update Updated: Jul 28, 2026
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lightbulb When to use this tool

  • check_circle Calculating the GST amount to add when raising an invoice for a client — particularly useful for checking against your accounting software's output.
  • check_circle Removing GST from an MRP or inclusive price to find the base taxable value for GSTR returns.
  • check_circle Verifying the CGST and SGST components for intra-state B2B invoices where the input tax credit claim depends on correct amounts.
  • check_circle Estimating the consumer price of a product from its ex-factory or wholesale price under a specific GST slab.
  • check_circle Quick-checking invoice calculations when reviewing vendor bills for accuracy.

Why use our tool?

Both Directions — Add GST and Remove GST

All GST Slabs — 0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, 28%

CGST / SGST / IGST Breakdown

Instant — No Server Round-Trip

Free, No Account, No Ads Interrupting Calculations

How it works

1

Select the calculation direction: 'Add GST' (exclusive amount → inclusive) or 'Remove GST' (inclusive amount → base + GST).

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Select the applicable GST slab: 5%, 12%, 18%, or 28%.

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Enter the amount in rupees.

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The calculator instantly shows: base amount, GST amount, total/final amount, and the CGST/SGST split (intra-state) or IGST amount (inter-state).

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Toggle between intra-state and inter-state to switch between CGST+SGST and IGST display.

Examples

science Adding 18% GST to a Service Invoice

science Removing GST from an MRP to Find Base Price

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between GST-exclusive and GST-inclusive prices? expand_more
A GST-exclusive price (also called the base price or ex-GST price) is the amount before tax is added. A GST-inclusive price includes the tax within the total. For example, an item with a base price of ₹1,000 at 18% GST has a GST-inclusive price of ₹1,180. On B2B invoices in India, the convention is to show the base price, GST amount, and total separately. On retail price tags and MRPs, the price shown is typically GST-inclusive.
What is the formula to calculate GST? expand_more
To add GST to an exclusive price: GST Amount = Base Price × (GST Rate / 100). Total = Base Price + GST Amount. To remove GST from an inclusive price: Base Price = Inclusive Price / (1 + GST Rate/100). GST Amount = Inclusive Price - Base Price. Example at 18%: ₹1,180 inclusive → Base = ₹1,180/1.18 = ₹1,000. GST = ₹180.
What is the difference between CGST, SGST, and IGST? expand_more
GST in India is a dual tax levied by both the Central government and State governments. For intra-state transactions (supplier and buyer in the same state), the applicable GST splits equally into CGST (Central GST, collected by Central government) and SGST (State GST, collected by the state government). For inter-state transactions (supplier and buyer in different states or union territories), the entire applicable GST is levied as IGST (Integrated GST), which the Central government collects and then apportions to the destination state. The taxpayer pays the same total tax rate either way — only the collection mechanism differs.
Which GST rate applies to which goods and services? expand_more
Common GST rates: 0% on essential goods (unbranded food grains, fresh vegetables, milk, eggs), 5% on basic necessities (packaged foods, medicines, transport services), 12% on processed foods, business services, textile products above certain thresholds, 18% on most services (IT, consulting, professional services), restaurant meals, most manufactured goods, 28% on luxury goods (cars above certain capacity, tobacco, aerated beverages, premium personal care). Specific rates can change via GST Council notifications — always verify against the official GST rate schedule for new product/service categories.
Does this calculator support cess in addition to GST? expand_more
Some GST categories attract an additional cess above the 28% rate — primarily luxury and demerit goods like high-end cars, pan masala, and tobacco products. For example, SUVs attract 28% GST + 22% cess = 50% effective rate. This calculator handles the five standard GST slabs. For categories with additional cess, the cess must be calculated and added separately on top of the computed GST amount.
I am a freelancer raising an invoice — do I need to charge GST? expand_more
It depends on your annual turnover. For service providers (including freelancers), GST registration is mandatory once aggregate turnover exceeds ₹20 lakh in a financial year (₹10 lakh for special category states). Below this threshold, you are not required to collect or pay GST. If registered, you must charge GST at the applicable rate on your invoices. For most professional services (IT, consulting, design, content writing), the applicable rate is 18% under the 'Other Professional Services' category.

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