India VAT Calculator
Calculate VAT for India using the standard rate of 18.0%.
Standard Rate
18.0%
Reduced Rates
12.0%, 5.0%, 0.0%
Currency
INR (₹)
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VAT in India
India applies a standard VAT rate of 18.0% on most taxable goods and services. Reduced rates of 12.0% and 5.0% and 0.0% are available for specific categories such as essential goods, cultural services, and public transportation. Businesses operating in India that exceed the VAT registration threshold must charge VAT on their sales and file periodic returns with the tax authority.
When invoicing in INR, remember to clearly show the net amount, the VAT amount, and the gross total. This calculator pre-fills the 18.0% rate so you can quickly verify amounts on invoices and receipts without manual arithmetic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard VAT rate in India?
The standard VAT rate in India is 18.0%. This rate applies to most goods and services unless a reduced rate or exemption is specified.
Does India have reduced VAT rates?
Yes, India applies reduced VAT rates of 12.0%, 5.0%, 0.0% to certain categories of goods and services such as food, medicine, or public transport.
How do I add VAT to a price in India?
To add VAT at 18.0%, multiply the net amount by 0.1800 and add the result to the original price. For example, on a ₹100 item the VAT would be ₹18.00, giving a gross price of ₹118.00.
How do I remove VAT from a price in India?
To remove VAT at 18.0% from a gross price, divide the amount by 1.1800. The result is the net price before VAT. The difference between the gross and net amounts is the VAT component.
VAT Rates in Other Countries
United Kingdom20.0%Germany19.0%France20.0%Italy22.0%Spain21.0%Netherlands21.0%Belgium21.0%Austria20.0%Portugal23.0%Ireland23.0%Sweden25.0%Denmark25.0%Norway25.0%Finland25.5%Poland23.0%Switzerland8.1%Canada5.0%Australia10.0%New Zealand15.0%Japan10.0%South Korea10.0%Singapore9.0%South Africa15.0%Brazil17.0%Mexico16.0%