India VAT calculator 2026
Add or remove 18% VAT for India.
- Net (excl. VAT)
- โน100.00
- VAT
- โน18.00
- Gross (incl. VAT)
- โน118.00
How VAT works in India
The standard VAT rate in India is 18%, applied to most goods and services. For example, adding VAT to a net price of โน100.00 adds โน18.00 in tax for a gross price of โน118.00; removing VAT from โน118.00 gives back the โน100.00 net price. India also applies reduced rates of 12%, 5% to certain categories such as food, books or medicine.
| Rate type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard rate | 18% |
| Reduced rate | 12% |
| Reduced rate | 5% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in India?
The standard VAT rate in India is 18%. Reduced rates may apply to specific goods and services.
How do I remove VAT from a gross price?
Switch to remove mode and enter the gross amount. We divide it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the net price.
How do I add VAT to a net price?
Use add mode and enter the net amount. We multiply it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the gross price including VAT.
Are reduced VAT rates included?
The calculator uses the standard rate of 18% by default. Many countries apply reduced rates to food, books or medicine, so check the rate for your specific category.
Is the VAT rate up to date?
We use the current standard rate for India (18%). Rates change only when the law changes, and we update them when that happens.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026