GST Calculator for Freelancers India
Calculate GST on your freelance services instantly. Add GST to your base amount or remove GST from an inclusive amount. This calculator supports the standard 18% GST rate for professional services and shows the breakdown for both intra-state (CGST + SGST) and inter-state (IGST) transactions.
Understanding GST for Freelancers
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is an indirect tax levied on the supply of goods and services in India. As a freelancer providing professional services, you need to understand how GST works to invoice your clients correctly and remain compliant.
GST Rate for Professional Services
Most freelance and professional services fall under the 18% GST slab. This includes:
- Software development and IT services
- Graphic design and creative services
- Content writing and copywriting
- Digital marketing and SEO
- Consulting and advisory services
- Photography and videography
- Legal and accounting services
GST Registration Threshold
GST registration becomes mandatory when your aggregate turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs in a financial year (₹10 lakhs for special category states). Even below this threshold, you can register voluntarily if:
- You want to appear more professional to clients
- You want to claim input tax credit on business purchases
- Your clients require GST invoices
GST Amount = Base Amount × (GST Rate / 100)
Total Amount = Base Amount + GST Amount
To extract base from inclusive amount:
Base Amount = Total Amount × (100 / (100 + GST Rate))
CGST, SGST, and IGST Explained
GST in India is divided into three components based on the nature of the transaction:
| Type | Full Form | When Applicable | Who Collects |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGST | Central GST | Intra-state transactions | Central Government |
| SGST | State GST | Intra-state transactions | State Government |
| IGST | Integrated GST | Inter-state transactions | Central (shared) |
How to Determine Transaction Type
- Intra-State: Both you and your client are in the same state
- Inter-State: You and your client are in different states
- Export: Client is outside India (zero-rated under LUT/bond)
GST Invoice Requirements
If you're GST-registered, your invoices must include specific details:
- Your GSTIN (15-digit GST identification number)
- Invoice number (unique, sequential)
- Invoice date
- Client's name and address (GSTIN if registered)
- HSN/SAC code for your services
- Description of services provided
- Taxable value (base amount)
- GST rate and amount (split into CGST/SGST or IGST)
- Total amount payable
- Your signature or digital signature
Assumptions & Limitations
- This calculator uses standard GST rates for professional services
- Some services may fall under different GST slabs (5%, 12%, or 28%)
- Export of services is zero-rated under GST (not covered here)
- Composition scheme dealers have different rules
- Input tax credit calculations are not included
- The calculator rounds amounts to nearest rupee
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