Indian number format (lakh and crore commas)
The Indian system groups the last three digits, then every two, and it is standard on invoices and cheques in India and Pakistan.
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How to use it
- Enter number.
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How it is calculated
Put a comma after the last 3 digits of the whole part, then one every 2 digits. Crore is the part above 10⁷, lakh the part between 10⁵ and 10⁷.
Example
Inputs: Number = 123456789. Result: Indian grouping: 12,34,56,789; In crore and lakh: 12 crore 34 lakh 56 thousand 789.
123456789
12,34,56,789
Limits and caveats
- Trailing zeros after the decimal point are dropped.
- A comma in the input is read as a grouping separator, so write decimals with a dot.
Questions about this tool
How is 123456789 written in the Indian system?
12,34,56,789, read as 12 crore 34 lakh 56 thousand 789.
Why are the commas in different places?
The Indian system names 10⁵ a lakh and 10⁷ a crore, so commas mark those places instead of every three digits.
Can I paste a number that already has commas?
Yes. Paste it with any commas and it will be regrouped both ways.