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Inflation calculator

See what something that costs a certain amount today will cost in future, and what today's money will be worth.

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How it's calculated

Future cost = cost today × (1 + inflation)^years. The value of today's money divides by the same factor.

Common questions

What inflation rate should I use?

Consumer price inflation in India has averaged around 5% to 6% over long periods. Education and healthcare often rise faster, at 8% to 10%.

Last reviewed October 2026 · How we calculate · About Selvayana

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