Gst Calculator

What is GST Calculator?

The GST Calculator is a valuable tool for businesses, professionals, and individuals to compute the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on their transactions in India. GST is. The calculator is a multi-tiered tax system introduced to streamline taxation across goods and services. The GST Calculator helps simplify calculating taxes at different rates.

Different Forms of GST Collected by the Government

The GST system divides the tax collection among different government entities

State GST (SGST):

Collected by the State Government on intra-state sales.

Central GST (CGST):

Collected by the Central Government on intra-state sales.

Integrated GST (IGST):

This tax is collected by the Central Government for inter-state transactions and imports.

Union Territory GST (UTGST):

UTGST is collected by the Union Territory Government for transactions within Union Territories.

How is GST Calculated?

Under the unified GST system, the tax is applied at various stages of a product's journey, depending on the category and rate applicable. The GST rates in India are divided into four primary tax slabs: 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%.

GST Tax Calculation Formula

1. To Add GST to the Base Amount

When you are adding GST to the original price, use the following formula:

GST Amount = (Original Cost × GST%) / 100
Net Price = Original Cost + GST Amount

2. To Remove GST from the Base Amount

To find the base price (excluding GST) when the net price is known:

GST Amount = Original Cost – (Original Cost × (100 / (100 + GST%)))
Net Price = Original Cost – GST Amount

Who Can Use the GST Calculator?

The GST Calculator is beneficial for:

Retailers

To determine taxes on goods sold.

Wholesalers and Manufacturers:

To calculate GST for bulk transactions.

Freelancers and Service Providers:

To calculate GST on services offered.

Business Owners:

To simplify tax reporting and invoicing.

Recent GST Updates

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) made several updates to GST rules and circulars in early January 2025. Here are the key points

GST on Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles will now be classified under HSN code 8703 and attract 5% GST, even if they do not have batteries.

GST on Mango Products

Fresh mangoes (HSN code 0804) remain GST-free.
Sliced and dried mangoes will have 5% GST.
Mango pulp will attract 12% GST.

Treated Sewage Water

Treated sewage water is not considered "purified water" for GST purposes, which could impact industries that use water products.

Interest and Penalty Waivers

Section 128A of the CGST Act allows waivers of interest and penalties for demands from 2017-18 to 2019-20, provided certain conditions are met.

New Rule for Closing Proceedings

Rule 164, added to the CGST Rules, outlines how to close proceedings under Section 128A. This rule became effective on November 1, 2024.

Exemptions and Charges

Educational fees and certain sanitation services for government departments remain exempt from GST.
Sanitation services for the Indian Army won't get exemptions unless they meet specific public service criteria.

These changes aim to simplify GST rules and clarify tax rates for various sectors. For more details, visit the official CBIC website or check their recent publications.

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Disclaimer

The data and information provided in this calculator are from reliable sources, but we make no guarantees about its accuracy or completeness. We are not responsible for any loss or actions based on this information. Users should verify the contents independently.

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FAQs

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