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🇮🇳 India VAT Calculator

Calculate Indian GST with the standard rate of 18%. Rates range from 5% to 28%.

Quick calculator

Net price-
Tax amount-
Gross price-

How to calculate

Add VAT: net price × 1.18 = gross price.
Remove VAT: gross price ÷ 1.18 = net price.

Calculation Examples — 18%

Net VAT 18% Gross
₹ 100.00₹ 18.00₹ 118.00
₹ 500.00₹ 90.00₹ 590.00
₹ 1000.00₹ 180.00₹ 1180.00

Compare with neighbors

Country Std Rate vs India
India ★18%
🇸🇬 Singapore9%-9%
🇦🇪 UAE5%-13%
🇦🇺 Australia10%-8%
🇯🇵 Japan10%-8%

Key facts

Registration threshold₹40 lakh/yr (goods) · ₹20 lakh/yr (services)
Filing frequencyMonthly

Good to know: India's GST replaced over a dozen central and state taxes in 2017. Since the GST 2.0 reform of 22 September 2025 there are two main slabs, 5% and 18%, plus a 40% rate on luxury and sin goods.

Official source

GST Council

Reference only. Verify rates and exemptions with the official tax authority before filing or invoicing.

Rates verified August 2026Report incorrect rate →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VAT rate in India?

The standard VAT rate in India is 18%. Reduced rates also apply: 5%. Higher rates apply too: 40%.

How do I add VAT in India?

Multiply the net price by 1.18. For example, ₹ 100 net becomes ₹ 118.00 gross.

How do I remove VAT in India?

Divide the gross price by 1.18. For example, ₹ 118.00 gross becomes ₹ 100 net.

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