What Currency Does India Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 95.55 INR
1 GBP ≈ 128.09 INR
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
INR converter
100 INR ≈ 1.0466 USD
Indian rupee conversion table
| Amount | USD → INR | GBP → INR | EUR → INR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95.55 | 128.09 | 109.14 |
| 5 | 477.74 | 640.46 | 545.68 |
| 10 | 955.48 | 1,281 | 1,091 |
| 20 | 1,911 | 2,562 | 2,183 |
| 50 | 4,777 | 6,405 | 5,457 |
| 100 | 9,555 | 12,809 | 10,914 |
| 500 | 47,774 | 64,046 | 54,568 |
| 1,000 | 95,548 | 128,091 | 109,136 |
| INR | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0105 | 0.0078 | 0.0092 |
| 5 | 0.0523 | 0.039 | 0.0458 |
| 10 | 0.1047 | 0.0781 | 0.0916 |
| 20 | 0.2093 | 0.1561 | 0.1833 |
| 50 | 0.5233 | 0.3903 | 0.4581 |
| 100 | 1.0466 | 0.7807 | 0.9163 |
| 500 | 5.233 | 3.9035 | 4.5815 |
| 1,000 | 10.47 | 7.8069 | 9.1629 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 INR is worth about 0.0105 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Indian rupee ranks 86th by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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What is money called in India?
Money in India is called the Indian rupee — its ISO 4217 currency code is INR, and its symbol is ₹. The Indian rupee is the official legal tender in India and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the India currency or simply money in India. The Indian rupee is subdivided into 100 paise, though small-denomination coins may not always be in everyday circulation.
Is the Indian rupee used anywhere else?
No — India is the only country on this site using the Indian rupee as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other rupee currencies
Several currencies carry the name “rupee”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Indian rupee (INR) is the currency of India.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mauritian rupee | MUR | Mauritius | 47.02 |
| Nepalese rupee | NPR | Nepal | 152.87 |
| Pakistani rupee | PKR | Pakistan | 278.17 |
| Seychellois rupee | SCR | Seychelles | 14.67 |
| Sri Lankan rupee | LKR | Sri Lanka | 335.41 |
Practical money tips for India
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Indian rupee in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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India in context
- India covers 3,287,263 km², making it the 7th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 6 countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, China, Nepal, Pakistan.
- With 1,417,492,000 people, India holds about 70.5% of the population of Southern Asia.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- India is a member state of the United Nations.
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India currency — FAQ
What is the currency of India?
The currency of India is the Indian rupee (currency code: INR, symbol: ₹).
What is the currency code for India?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Indian rupee is INR.
What is the Indian rupee symbol?
The symbol for the Indian rupee is ₹. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout India.
What currency is used in India?
The official currency used in India is the Indian rupee (INR).
Can I use US dollars in India?
The official currency of India is the Indian rupee, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Indian rupee and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for India?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 95.55 INR and 1 GBP = 128.09 INR. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in India?
Money in India is called the Indian rupee (INR).
Do other countries use the Indian rupee?
No — India is the only country on this site using the Indian rupee as its official currency.
What is the Indian currency?
The Indian currency is the Indian rupee (INR), the official money of India.
What is the currency of the Republic of India?
The Republic of India is the formal name of India. Its currency is the Indian rupee (INR).
How much is 100 INR in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 INR is about 1.0466 USD or 0.7807 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Indian rupee?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 9,555 INR.
Is the Indian rupee the same as other rupee currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Indian rupee is INR; others include Mauritian rupee (MUR), Nepalese rupee (NPR), Pakistani rupee (PKR), Seychellois rupee (SCR).
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