Frequently asked questions
The percentage of GST in India varies depending on the type of goods or service. There are four tax brackets, namely 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%.
The percentage of GST in India varies depending on the type of goods or service. There are four tax brackets, namely 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. GST rates in India differ by product or service. Essentials like milk have 0% GST, while luxury items like cars and tobacco attract 28% plus a cess. Most goods fall under 5%, 12%, or 18% slabs. Most services are taxed at 18%. Some items are also GST-exempt, or NIL rated.
Input the production cost or cost of goods, profit ratio percentage, and GST rate. The tool will then display the total production cost, along with CGST, SGST, and the overall tax amount.
To calculate GST on MRP (Maximum Retail Price), first identify the GST rate for the product. Then, subtract the GST percentage from 100 to determine the base price percentage. For example, if the GST rate is 18%, subtract 18 from 100, leaving 82%. Divide the MRP by 118 and multiply the result by 100 to find the base price. The difference between the MRP and the base price gives you the GST amount. This method works for finding both the inclusive and exclusive GST amounts on MRP-based pricing.
GST is calculated on the transaction value of goods or services, which is the price paid for the supply, including any additional costs like packaging, delivery, and commissions. Discounts given at the time of supply are deducted, while later discounts are not considered for GST calculation. The GST rate depends on the product category, and the applicable rate—ranging from 5% to 28%—is added to the transaction value. This comprehensive value serves as the base for calculating GST, ensuring that all additional charges are accounted for in the final tax calculation.
Calculating a reverse charge is not very different from figuring out GST. A reverse charge is when the person who buys the goods has to pay the GST instead of the person who sells them. In both situations, the tax is the same. For example, if you bought items worth Rs. 10,000. At 18%, the GST to be paid will be Rs. 1,800. If CGST and SGST are charged, each will cost Rs. 900. The only difference is that in a reverse charge, the tax amount, which in this case is Rs. 1,800, is due by the recipient.