What is a GST-exclusive price?
A GST-exclusive (or “+ GST”) price is the value before tax. B2B quotes, freelancer rates and wholesale price lists are usually exclusive — the tax is added on the invoice.
Formula
GST = Base price × Rate ÷ 100 · Final price = Base price + GST
Example: a freelance design fee of ₹40,000 + 18% GST. GST = ₹7,200; invoice total = ₹47,200. Within the same state that is CGST ₹3,600 + SGST ₹3,600.
Pricing tip
If you want the customer to pay a round figure (say ₹50,000 all-in), work backwards with the inclusive calculator: at 18% your base fee would be ₹42,372.88.
FAQs
How do I add 5% GST?
Multiply by 1.05. ₹800 + 5% GST = ₹840 (GST ₹40).
Is GST charged on the discounted price?
Yes, if the discount is given before or at the time of supply and shown on the invoice. Use the discount calculator to see this.
Should I round GST to the nearest rupee?
Invoices may show paise. Many businesses round the invoice total to the nearest rupee with a round-off line; tick the round-off option to do the same.