GST Calculator — India (₹)

Calculate Goods & Services Tax for any rate — 5%, 12%, 18%, or 28%. Instantly find GST-inclusive or GST-exclusive amounts with CGST and SGST breakdown.

🧾 GST Details
Amount (Before GST)₹10,000.00
GST (18%)+ ₹1,800.00
Total with GST₹11,800.00
⚖️ GST Breakdown
Taxable Value₹10,000.00
CGST (9%)₹900.00
SGST / UTGST (9%)₹900.00
Total GST₹1,800.00
For inter-state: IGST = 18% instead of CGST + SGST
📊 All GST Rates for ₹10,000
GST RateGST AmountTotal
0%₹0.00₹10,000.00
3%₹300.00₹10,300.00
5%₹500.00₹10,500.00
12%₹1,200.00₹11,200.00
18%₹1,800.00₹11,800.00
28%₹2,800.00₹12,800.00

What is GST (Goods and Services Tax) in India?

GST (Goods and Services Tax) is a comprehensive indirect tax levied on the supply of goods and services in India, introduced on 1 July 2017. It replaced multiple cascading taxes like VAT, service tax, excise duty, and CST with a unified tax system. GST follows the principle of destination-based taxation — the tax accrues to the state where consumption occurs.

India's GST operates on a dual structure: CGST (Central GST) collected by the central government and SGST (State GST) collected by state governments for intra-state transactions, and IGST (Integrated GST) for inter-state transactions. The GST Council, chaired by the Union Finance Minister, decides all rate changes and policy.

How to Use This GST Calculator

  • Add GST (Exclusive mode): Enter the base price before GST, select the applicable rate, and calculate the GST amount and total price payable.
  • Remove GST (Inclusive mode): Enter a GST-inclusive amount (total price already including GST), and the calculator reverse-computes the pre-GST price and GST component.
  • GST Rate selection: Choose from standard rates (0%, 3%, 5%, 12%, 18%, 28%) or enter a custom rate. Most services fall under 18%, while essential goods are under 5%.
  • All Rates table: See the GST amount and total for your entered value across all standard GST rates — useful for comparing the cost impact of different GST slabs.

Key GST Rates for Common Goods & Services in India

  • 0% GST: Fresh vegetables, eggs, milk, unprocessed grains, books, newspapers, salt, and other essential food items. Educational services and healthcare are also exempt.
  • 5% GST: Packed food items (atta, rice, dal), transport services (rail, economy air), life insurance premiums, and RERA-registered affordable housing (under construction).
  • 12% GST: Processed food, butter, cheese, mobile phones, medicines, packaged dried fruits, construction materials (cement, bricks).
  • 18% GST: Most services — restaurants (with AC), telecom, banking fees, insurance, IT services, electronics (laptops, TVs), soaps, shampoos. This is the most common rate.
  • 28% GST: Luxury items — automobiles, motorcycles above 350cc, tobacco, cement, air conditioners, large screen TVs, casinos, and online gaming.

Tips for GST Compliance and Input Tax Credit in India

  • Always get a proper GST invoice: Ensure any business purchase comes with a valid GST invoice containing the supplier's GSTIN, invoice number, date, HSN/SAC code, and GST breakup. Only a valid GST invoice allows you to claim Input Tax Credit (ITC).
  • File GST returns on time: Regular taxpayers must file GSTR-1 (sales) by the 11th of next month and GSTR-3B (summary + payment) by the 20th. Late filing attracts ₹50/day penalty (₹20/day for nil returns) and 18% interest on delayed payments.
  • Track ITC carefully: GST paid on business inputs (raw materials, services) can be claimed as Input Tax Credit against your GST liability. Maintaining accurate purchase records and reconciling GSTR-2B monthly prevents ITC mismatches.
  • Composition Scheme for small businesses: Businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore can opt for the GST Composition Scheme — pay a flat rate (1–5%) instead of regular GST, with simplified compliance. However, they cannot collect GST from customers or claim ITC.

Disclaimer: GST rates are based on current GST Council notifications and may change. Always verify the applicable GST rate for specific goods and services from official CBIC notifications or a qualified CA before filing returns.