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GST Calculator
Calculate GST using the GST 2.0 rate structure (effective 22 Sept 2025). Add or remove GST with CGST, SGST & IGST breakdown.
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Indian GST Slabs — GST 2.0 (Effective 22 Sept 2025)
Approved by the 56th GST Council on 3 September 2025.
| Rate | Category | Typical Goods / Services |
|---|---|---|
| 0% (Nil) | Essentials & Exempt | Fresh fruits & vegetables, unbranded/unpackaged food grains, milk, eggs, bread, salt, natural honey, fresh meat & fish, educational services, 33 lifesaving drugs, individual health & life insurance, public transport, agricultural services, books & printed materials, handloom products |
| 3% | Precious Metals | Gold, silver, platinum, gold/silver jewellery, precious & semi-precious stones, rough diamonds |
| 5% | Merit Rate | Packaged/branded food grains & cereals, sugar, tea, coffee, edible oils, spices, milk powder, packaged paneer, basic medicines, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, detergent, footwear (≤₹2,500), apparel (≤₹2,500), transport services (rail/air economy), restaurant services (non-AC), electric vehicles, fertilizers, agricultural equipment, job work services, chocolates, pasta, musical instruments |
| 18% | Standard Rate | Smartphones & mobile phones, computers & laptops, consumer electronics (TVs, ACs, refrigerators, washing machines), cement & construction materials, IT & software services, telecom services, hotel & hospitality services, banking & financial services, insurance services, legal & consulting services, paints, industrial machinery, compact/small cars & motorbikes (≤350cc), cosmetics & beauty products, processed/packaged food (premium), branded garments (>₹2,500), footwear (>₹2,500), restaurant services (AC/liquor-serving) |
| 40% | Sin / Luxury Rate | Luxury cars & SUVs, large motorcycles (>350cc), private aircraft & yachts, aerated/carbonated beverages, energy drinks, tobacco products & pan masala*, cigarettes*, gutka*, premium watches & jewellery (non-gold), high-end electronics |
*Tobacco, pan masala, and related products will transition to 40% after GST compensation loan dues to states are fully settled. Until then, they remain at 28% + compensation cess.
⚠️ Rates as per GST 2.0 reforms (56th GST Council, 3 Sept 2025, effective 22 Sept 2025). Verify current rates at cbic-gst.gov.in before making financial decisions.
Why the GST Calculator is Useful
Whether you're a business owner adding GST to your service invoice, a buyer trying to understand how much tax is embedded in a price you paid, or a freelancer calculating the GST component before billing a client — this calculator does both directions. Enter a base price to find the GST-inclusive total, or enter an inclusive price to reverse-calculate the base price and GST amount. Updated for GST 2.0 rates.
Key Features
- Add GST mode: Enter base price + rate to get GST amount and total inclusive price
- Remove GST mode: Enter inclusive price + rate to find the original base price and GST amount
- All GST 2.0 slabs: 3%, 5%, 18%, 40%, plus custom rate input for any value
- CGST / SGST / IGST breakdown: Shows the split between central, state, and integrated GST
- GST slab reference table: Quick guide to which goods and services fall under each rate
Real-Life Use Cases
- Freelancers and consultants adding 18% GST on top of their service fee before raising an invoice
- Business owners quickly verifying the GST amount on an incoming supplier invoice
- E-commerce sellers setting prices to achieve a target net margin after the applicable GST rate
- Restaurant and hotel guests checking if the GST on their bill is correctly computed
- Students and CA exam candidates practising GST calculation problems with both modes
Who Can Use This Tool
Business owners, freelancers, chartered accountants and tax consultants, e-commerce sellers, students studying taxation, and consumers wanting to verify the tax component on any purchase or service bill.
Tips & Best Practices
- Use "Remove GST" mode when you're given a GST-inclusive price and need to book only the base price in your accounts
- IGST applies to inter-state B2B transactions; CGST + SGST (split equally) applies to intra-state — the total rate is always the same
- For mixed invoices (goods at different rates), calculate each line item separately and sum the GST amounts
- Always verify rates at cbic-gst.gov.in before finalising invoices — rates can change with GST Council notifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GST 2.0?
GST 2.0 is a simplified rate structure approved by the 56th GST Council meeting on 3 September 2025, effective from 22 September 2025. It consolidates the previous multi-tier system (5%, 12%, 18%, 28%) into four main slabs: 3% (precious metals), 5% (merit/everyday goods), 18% (standard rate for most goods & services), and 40% (sin/luxury goods), plus a 0% nil rate for essentials.
What is the difference between CGST and SGST?
For intra-state transactions, GST is split equally into CGST (Central GST, collected by the central government) and SGST (State GST, collected by the state government). For inter-state transactions, IGST (Integrated GST) is levied instead, which equals the combined CGST + SGST rate.
How do I calculate GST on a price?
To add GST: GST Amount = Price × (GST Rate / 100). Total price = Price + GST Amount. To remove GST from an inclusive price: Original Price = Inclusive Price / (1 + GST Rate / 100). GST Amount = Inclusive Price − Original Price. This calculator does both automatically.
Which goods and services attract 18% GST under GST 2.0?
18% is the standard rate and covers most goods and services including smartphones, computers, consumer electronics, cement, IT and software services, telecom, hotel services, banking and financial services, insurance, legal and consulting, cosmetics, processed food, and branded garments over ₹2,500.
What is the 40% GST rate applied on?
40% is the sin/luxury rate applied on luxury cars & SUVs, large motorcycles (>350cc), private aircraft, aerated beverages, energy drinks, premium watches, and high-end electronics. Tobacco, pan masala, and related products will transition to 40% after GST compensation loan dues are settled.
Is GST applicable on exports?
No. Exports of goods and services are classified as zero-rated supplies under GST. Exporters can claim a refund of input tax credits, making Indian exports tax-free and competitive internationally.