GST Calculator - Telugu Numerals

Input: Base price: $1,000, GST rate: 18% (India)

Result: GST amount: $180. Total (GST-inclusive): $1,180. CGST: $90, SGST: $90.

What is the difference between CGST, SGST, and IGST?

CGST (Central GST) and SGST (State GST) apply to intra-state transactions (within the same state), each being half of the total GST rate. IGST (Integrated GST) applies to inter-state transactions and equals the full GST rate. For example, on an 18% GST intra-state sale, 9% goes as CGST and 9% as SGST. On the same inter-state sale, the full 18% goes as IGST. The distinction matters for input tax credit (ITC): CGST credit can offset CGST liability and SGST credit can offset SGST liability, but CGST credit cannot offset SGST liability (and vice versa). IGST credit can offset both CGST and SGST liability.

How do I calculate GST on a reverse charge?

Under the reverse charge mechanism (RCM), the recipient of goods or services pays the GST directly to the government instead of the supplier. To calculate: determine the taxable value (usually the transaction value), apply the applicable GST rate, and split into CGST/SGST or IGST as appropriate. For example, if a business receives legal services worth ₹50,000 at 18% GST under RCM, the recipient pays ₹9,000 (₹4,500 CGST + ₹4,500 SGST for intra-state, or ₹9,000 IGST for inter-state) directly to the government. This calculator handles the rate calculation; the reverse charge designation is a compliance step handled separately in your GST return.

Which GST rate should I use for my product or service?

Common GST rates in India are 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%, depending on the product/service category. Essential items like food grains, books, and healthcare are often 5% or exempt. Most manufactured goods and standard services are 18%. Luxury items like automobiles, tobacco, and aerated drinks are 28% plus cess. Specific examples: restaurant meals are 5% (without ITC), mobile phones are 18%, textiles are 5% or 12% depending on type, and gold jewellery is 3%. Check the GST rate finder on the CBIC portal (cbic-gst.gov.in) for your specific item — the rate schedule is updated regularly.

Can I calculate GST for multiple items with different rates?

Yes! Use the Multi-Item mode to calculate GST for up to 20 items, each with its own GST rate. The calculator totals everything and shows you the combined CGST, SGST, or IGST amounts. This is useful for invoices that include items at different rates — for example, a restaurant supply order with food at 5%, beverages at 18%, and paper napkins at 12%.

What is the difference between Add GST and Remove GST modes?

Add GST mode starts with a base amount and adds the tax on top (exclusive to inclusive price). Remove GST mode starts with a total amount and extracts the tax to show the base price (inclusive to exclusive). Use Remove GST when you need to find out how much tax is already included in a price. For example, if a product is priced at ₹1,180 including 18% GST, Remove GST mode shows the base price is ₹1,000 and the GST is ₹180.

What is the composition scheme and how does it affect GST calculation?

The composition scheme under GST allows small businesses (annual turnover up to ₹1.5 crore, or ₹75 lakh for special category states) to pay GST at a reduced fixed rate instead of the regular rate. The composition rates are: 1% for traders (0.5% CGST + 0.5% SGST), 2% for manufacturers (1% CGST + 1% SGST), and 6% for restaurants and service providers (3% CGST + 3% SGST). Businesses under the composition scheme cannot collect GST from customers, cannot claim input tax credit, and must pay tax on their total turnover. Use this calculator with the composition rate (1%, 2%, or 6%) instead of the regular rate to estimate the tax liability for a composition dealer.

What is input tax credit (ITC) and how does it work?

Input tax credit (ITC) allows a registered business to reduce its GST liability by the amount of GST already paid on inputs (purchases). For example, if a manufacturer pays ₹18,000 GST on raw materials and collects ₹36,000 GST on the finished product, the net GST payable is ₹18,000 (₹36,000 output - ₹18,000 input). ITC is one of the key benefits of GST — it eliminates the cascading tax-on-tax problem of the previous regime. ITC can only be claimed on purchases used for business purposes, and the supplier must have filed their return and the purchase must appear in the auto-populated GSTR-2B. This calculator does not compute ITC, but it helps you calculate the GST on each transaction so you can track input and output tax manually.

How is GST different for goods versus services?

GST applies to both goods and services, but the place of supply rules differ. For goods, the place of supply is where the goods are delivered. For services, the place of supply is usually where the recipient is located (for B2B) or where the supplier is located (for B2C). This matters because it determines whether a transaction is intra-state (CGST+SGST) or inter-state (IGST). For example, if a consultant in Mumbai provides services to a company in Bangalore, the place of supply is Bangalore (recipient location for B2B), so IGST applies. If the same consultant provides services to a walk-in customer in Mumbai, the place of supply is Mumbai, so CGST+SGST applies. Immovable property services (rent, construction) are taxed where the property is located, regardless of where the parties are.

What is the GST registration threshold and do I need to register?

In India, GST registration is mandatory if your aggregate annual turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh for goods (₹20 lakh for services, or ₹10 lakh for special category states). Registration is also mandatory regardless of turnover for: inter-state suppliers, e-commerce operators, casual taxable persons, and non-resident taxable persons. Voluntary registration is available even below the threshold — it allows you to claim ITC and issue tax invoices, which can be beneficial if your customers are registered businesses that want ITC. Once registered, you must file regular returns (monthly or quarterly depending on turnover) and pay GST on time. Use this calculator to estimate your GST liability to determine if registration makes financial sense for your business.

How does GST work for e-commerce sellers and online marketplaces?

E-commerce operators (like Amazon, Flipkart) are required to collect TCS (Tax Collected at Source) at 1% on the net value of taxable supplies made through their platform — 0.5% CGST + 0.5% SGST for intra-state, or 1% IGST for inter-state. This TCS is deducted from the seller's payout and deposited with the government. The seller can claim this TCS as a credit against their GST liability when filing returns. For example, if you sell ₹100,000 worth of goods on Amazon, the platform deducts ₹1,000 as TCS and pays you ₹99,000. You still need to charge GST on the full ₹100,000 and pay it to the government, but you claim the ₹1,000 TCS as a credit. Use this calculator to compute the GST on your selling price, and separately track the TCS deducted by the marketplace.

What GST rate applies to specific common goods categories?

Here is a quick reference for common categories in India: 0% (exempt) — fresh fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs, bread, books, newspapers, healthcare services, education. 3% — gold, silver, precious stones. 5% — packaged food, textiles below ₹1,000/metre, footwear below ₹1,000, restaurant meals, LPG cylinders. 12% — processed food, business class air travel, hotels (₹1,000-7,500/night). 18% — most manufactured goods, electronics, mobile phones, software, telecom services, financial services, ACs, refrigerators. 28% — automobiles, motorcycles, tobacco, aerated drinks, luxury hotels (above ₹7,500/night), cinema tickets above ₹100. Rates are revised periodically — always verify the current rate on the CBIC portal before invoicing.

How do I calculate GST on imports and exports?

Exports are treated as zero-rated supplies — no GST is charged on exports, and exporters can claim a refund of input tax credit on inputs used for export. Imports are subject to IGST at the applicable rate, calculated on the assessable value (customs value) plus basic customs duty. For example, if you import goods valued at ₹100,000 with 10% customs duty, the customs value is ₹110,000, and IGST at 18% is ₹19,800. This IGST is paid at customs clearance and can be claimed as input tax credit if you are a registered business. Use this calculator with the IGST rate for your import category to estimate the tax — enter the customs-assessable value (including duty) as the base amount.

What is the e-way bill and how does it relate to GST?

An e-way bill is an electronic document required for movement of goods worth more than ₹50,000 (₹1 lakh in some states) within India. It is generated on the GST portal using the invoice details. The e-way bill is linked to the GST invoice — it includes the GSTIN of the supplier and recipient, the invoice number, the value of goods, the HSN code, and the transport details. This calculator helps you compute the GST on the invoice, which is the same invoice you would generate an e-way bill for. The e-way bill is a logistics compliance requirement separate from the GST calculation itself.

Are Telugu numerals interchangeable with Kannada numerals?

Telugu and Kannada scripts share a common ancestor, and their numeral glyphs are visually similar but have subtle differences in stroke endings and curves. For example, Telugu 7 (౬) has a more angular form than Kannada 7 (೬). If you are producing Telugu-language documents, use the Telugu mode specifically rather than the Kannada mode to ensure readers see the correct glyph forms.