Tip Calculator
Splitting a restaurant bill and not sure how much to tip? Enter the bill amount, add tax or service charge if applicable, and set your tip. Works with percentage or fixed tip, and can split the total per person.
How to use
- Enter the total bill amount.
- Add tax or service charge if it's not already included in the bill.
- Choose tip as a percentage or just enter a fixed amount if you already have a number in mind.
- Enter how many people are splitting and toggle rounding if you don't want to deal with odd change.
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A tip calculator helps you quickly determine how much to tip at a restaurant, hotel, or for any service, and splits the total evenly among your group. Tipping customs vary by country. In the US, 15–20% is standard; in India, tipping is appreciated but less strictly expected, typically 5–10% at restaurants or rounding up the bill.
To calculate a tip manually: multiply the bill by the tip percentage and divide by 100. For example, a 15% tip on ₹1,200 = ₹180. If splitting among 4 people, each pays ₹345 (₹1,200 + ₹180 = ₹1,380 ÷ 4). Our calculator handles all of this instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant in India?
Tipping is not mandatory in India but is appreciated. A common practice is 5–10% of the bill at sit-down restaurants. For delivery orders, ₹20–50 is typical. Some restaurants automatically add a service charge of 5–10% to the bill.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Conventionally, tips are calculated on the pre-tax amount since tax is paid to the government, not the server. However, tipping on the total (post-tax) amount is also common and is a simpler calculation. The difference is usually small.
What is the difference between a tip and a service charge?
A tip is voluntary and goes directly to the service staff. A service charge is a mandatory fee added by the establishment. It may or may not be passed on to staff. In India, you can legally request a service charge to be removed from your bill under consumer protection guidelines.
How do I split a bill unevenly?
For uneven splits (different items per person), use our Split Bill Calculator which lets each person enter their own order amount. The tip calculator here is for equal splits where everyone shares the bill equally.