Calculate GST for Apparel
Calculate GST on readymade garments, apparel, and clothing items priced above Rs 1000.
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GST Rate Explanation
Readymade garments and apparel exceeding Rs 1000 per piece are taxed at a standard rate of 12%. Items below Rs 1000 are taxed at 5% to keep basic clothing affordable.
Visual Tax Split & Collection Rules
Within State (CGST + SGST)
When supply is within the same state (intrastate), the CGST and SGST are collected. The total tax is split 50/50 between Central and State governments.
Across States (IGST)
When supply spans across states (interstate), a single Integrated GST of 12% is collected in full by the Central government before allocation.
GST Rate Structure Slabs
| Tax Slab | CGST (Central) | SGST (State) | IGST (Integrated) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | Exempted / Nil rated goods |
| 5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5.0% | Essential items & services |
| 12% | 6.0% | 6.0% | 12.0% | Standard reduced rate items |
| 18% | 9.0% | 9.0% | 18.0% | Standard general rate items |
| 28% | 14.0% | 14.0% | 28.0% | Luxury / Sin goods & services |
GST Calculation Examples
Branded shirt purchase
Add GST (Exclusive)
Formula: Amount + (Amount × Rate%)
Base Amount: ₹1,500.00
GST (12%): ₹180.00
Total: ₹1,680.00
Remove GST (Inclusive)
Formula: Amount − (Amount / (1 + Rate%))
Total Amount: ₹1,500.00
Base Amount: ₹1,339.29
GST Included: ₹160.71
Designer winter jacket
Add GST (Exclusive)
Formula: Amount + (Amount × Rate%)
Base Amount: ₹4,500.00
GST (12%): ₹540.00
Total: ₹5,040.00
Remove GST (Inclusive)
Formula: Amount − (Amount / (1 + Rate%))
Total Amount: ₹4,500.00
Base Amount: ₹4,017.86
GST Included: ₹482.14
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Tax Disclaimer Notice
Garments priced below Rs. 1000 attract 5% GST, while those above Rs. 1000 attract 12% GST.