GST Calculator
Calculate GST inclusive & exclusive amounts for 5%, 12%, 18% & 28% rates. See CGST, SGST & IGST split.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GST?
Goods and Services Tax is a unified indirect tax that replaced multiple taxes (VAT, excise, service tax). It has 4 slabs: 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. Some essential items are exempt (0%).
What is the difference between CGST, SGST, and IGST?
For intra-state transactions: GST is split equally into CGST (Central) and SGST (State). For inter-state: full amount is IGST. Total rate remains the same.
What is GST inclusive vs exclusive?
GST inclusive means the price already includes GST. GST exclusive means GST will be added on top. For inclusive: Base = Total/(1+rate). For exclusive: GST = Base × rate.
What items attract 28% GST?
Luxury and sin goods: cars, tobacco, aerated drinks, cement, AC, dishwashers. Also applies to gambling, betting, and casinos.
What is the GST threshold?
Businesses with turnover up to ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh for special category states) are exempt from GST registration. Composition scheme available up to ₹1.5 crore turnover.