What is GST?
GST (Goods and Services Tax) is an indirect tax levied on the supply of goods and services in India. It was introduced on July 1, 2017, replacing multiple cascading taxes levied by the central and state governments. GST is a destination-based tax that is levied at every stage of the supply chain, from manufacturer to consumer.
GST Rate Slabs in India
The Indian GST structure has five tax slabs: 0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. Essential items like food grains are taxed at 0%, while luxury items like cars and tobacco products are taxed at 28%.
Quick GST Rate Guide:
- 0% GST: Essential foods, education, healthcare
- 5% GST: Restaurants, transport, household items
- 12% GST: Computers, clothing, mobile phones
- 18% GST: Most services, electronics, hotels
- 28% GST: Luxury cars, tobacco, aerated drinks
How to Calculate GST?
Calculating GST is simple with our calculator. Just enter your base amount, select the GST rate (5%, 12%, 18%, or 28%), and click calculate. The calculator will show you:
- Base amount (your original price)
- GST amount (tax to be added)
- Total amount (final price including GST)
GST Calculation Formula
For example, if you have a base amount of ₹1,000 and GST rate is 18%:
GST Amount = (1,000 × 18) / 100 = ₹180
Total Amount = 1,000 + 180 = ₹1,180
Reverse GST Calculation
Sometimes you know the total amount (including GST) and want to find out the base amount. This is called reverse GST calculation. Use our Reverse GST Calculator to extract the base amount and GST component from the total.
Why Use ApnaGSTRate Calculator?
- 100% Free: No charges, no hidden fees, completely free to use
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- Indian Format: Uses ₹ (Rupee) symbol and Indian number formatting
- Offline Capable: All calculations happen in your browser
- Privacy First: We don't store or track your calculations
For Indian Businesses
Whether you're a shopkeeper in Mumbai, a trader in Delhi, or an online seller on Flipkart/Amazon, our GST calculator is designed for you. Calculate GST for invoices, quotations, or quick price checks. Made in India, for India. Apna Calculator, Apna Bharat! 🇮🇳