GST Calculator - 5% Slab
Add or remove 5% GST from any amount. Covers everyday essentials and priority goods.
Base Price
Rs. 10,000
Rs. 10,000 example
GST @ 5%
Rs. 500
CGST Rs. 250 + SGST Rs. 250
Total Price
Rs. 10,500
GST-inclusive price
Add 5% GST - Quick Reference Table
GST added on top of a GST-exclusive base price, split into CGST + SGST.
| Base Amount | CGST (2.5%) | SGST (2.5%) | Total GST | Final Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rs. 100 | Rs. 3 | Rs. 3 | Rs. 5 | Rs. 105 |
| Rs. 500 | Rs. 13 | Rs. 13 | Rs. 25 | Rs. 525 |
| Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 25 | Rs. 25 | Rs. 50 | Rs. 1,050 |
| Rs. 2,500 | Rs. 63 | Rs. 63 | Rs. 125 | Rs. 2,625 |
| Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 125 | Rs. 125 | Rs. 250 | Rs. 5,250 |
| Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 | Rs. 500 | Rs. 10,500 |
| Rs. 25,000 | Rs. 625 | Rs. 625 | Rs. 1,250 | Rs. 26,250 |
| Rs. 50,000 | Rs. 1,250 | Rs. 1,250 | Rs. 2,500 | Rs. 52,500 |
| Rs. 1,00,000 | Rs. 2,500 | Rs. 2,500 | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 1,05,000 |
Remove 5% GST (Reverse) - Extract Base from an Inclusive Price
Start from a GST-inclusive amount and back out the base price and the 5% GST inside it.
| Inclusive Amount | Base (excl. GST) | GST (5%) | CGST (2.5%) | SGST (2.5%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 952 | Rs. 48 | Rs. 24 | Rs. 24 |
| Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 4,762 | Rs. 238 | Rs. 119 | Rs. 119 |
| Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 9,524 | Rs. 476 | Rs. 238 | Rs. 238 |
| Rs. 25,000 | Rs. 23,810 | Rs. 1,190 | Rs. 595 | Rs. 595 |
| Rs. 50,000 | Rs. 47,619 | Rs. 2,381 | Rs. 1,190 | Rs. 1,190 |
| Rs. 1,00,000 | Rs. 95,238 | Rs. 4,762 | Rs. 2,381 | Rs. 2,381 |
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Examples at 18%: Most goods & services · Electronics: TVs, ACs, fridges, mobiles · Small cars & two-wheelers · AC restaurants, IT, banking
Base Amount
₹10,000
GST Amount
₹1,800
Total Amount
₹11,800
Tax Breakup
Intra-state supply uses CGST + SGST - inter-state supply uses IGST (same total)
What falls under the 5% GST slab?
The 5% GST slab covers everyday essentials and priority goods.
- -Packaged and branded food items
- -Footwear and apparel below the notified threshold
- -Common medicines and medical devices
- -Rail and economy-class air transport
- -Many household items moved down from the old 12% slab
HSN 0401-0406 (dairy), HSN 6401-6405 (footwear), HSN 3004 (medicines). GST rates are subject to revision by the GST Council. Always verify the current rate for your specific product or service.
Common items taxed at 5% GST
A quick-reference list of categories most people search for at the 5% rate:
Classifications are set by the GST Council and can move between slabs. Confirm the current rate for your exact HSN/SAC code before invoicing.
How to calculate 5% GST
To add 5% GST to a base price:
GST Amount = Base Price x 5% = Base Price x 0.05
Total Price = Base Price + GST Amount
To remove 5% GST from a GST-inclusive price:
Base Price = Total Price / 1.05
GST Amount = Total Price - Base Price
For intra-state supply, GST splits equally into CGST and SGST (each 2.5%). For inter-state supply, the full 5% applies as IGST.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I calculate 5% GST on an amount?▾
To add 5% GST, multiply the base price by 0.05. For a base price of Rs. 10,000, GST = Rs. 10,000 x 5% = Rs. 500, making the total price Rs. 10,500. For intra-state supply this splits equally into CGST (Rs. 250) and SGST (Rs. 250); for inter-state supply the full Rs. 500 is charged as IGST.
How do I remove 5% GST from a GST-inclusive price?▾
To remove 5% GST from a GST-inclusive price, divide by 1.05. For example, on a GST-inclusive price of Rs. 10,500, the base price = Rs. 10,500 / 1.05 = Rs. 10,000, so the embedded 5% GST is Rs. 500.
What is the CGST and SGST split for 5% GST?▾
5% GST is levied as two equal halves for supply within the same state: CGST at 2.5% and SGST at 2.5%. On a Rs. 10,000 base, that is Rs. 250 CGST + Rs. 250 SGST = Rs. 500 total GST. If the supply crosses state lines, the same 5% is charged as a single IGST of Rs. 500 instead.
How much is 5% GST on Rs. 1,000 and Rs. 50,000?▾
At 5%, Rs. 1,000 attracts Rs. 50 of GST for a total of Rs. 1,050, and Rs. 50,000 attracts Rs. 2,500 of GST for a total of Rs. 52,500. GST is directly proportional to the base amount, so you can scale these figures for any price.
What is the reverse 5% GST formula?▾
The reverse (GST-exclusive) formula divides the inclusive amount by 1.05: Base = Total / 1.05. The GST portion is then Total minus Base. For a Rs. 10,500 bill this gives a base of Rs. 10,000 and GST of Rs. 500. Use this to work out the pre-tax value from an MRP or a tax-inclusive invoice.
Is the price on the label (MRP) inclusive of 5% GST?▾
Yes. Under legal metrology rules the MRP printed on packaged goods is the maximum price inclusive of all taxes, including 5% GST. To find the pre-tax value, apply the reverse formula: for an MRP of Rs. 10,500 at 5%, the base is Rs. 10,000 and the embedded GST is Rs. 500.
What goods and services fall under the 5% GST slab?▾
The 5% GST slab covers everyday essentials and priority goods. Examples include: Packaged and branded food items, Footwear and apparel below the notified threshold, Common medicines and medical devices, Rail and economy-class air transport, Many household items moved down from the old 12% slab. HSN 0401-0406 (dairy), HSN 6401-6405 (footwear), HSN 3004 (medicines).
Is 5% GST the same across all states in India?▾
Yes. GST is a unified nationwide tax, so the 5% rate is identical in every state and union territory. Only the split differs by supply type: intra-state supply is charged as CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5%, while inter-state supply is charged as a single IGST of 5%. The total tax you pay is the same either way.