Depreciation Calculator
Calculate asset depreciation using SLM, WDV, SYD, or Units of Production methods for tax and accounting purposes.
Asset Details
₹10.00 L
₹10.00 K₹5.00 Cr
₹1.00 L
₹0₹10.00 L
10 Years
1 Year30 Years
Equal depreciation each year. Best for assets with consistent utility.
Depreciation Schedule
| Year | Depreciation | Accumulated | Book Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | - | - | ₹10.00L |
| 1 | ₹90.0K | ₹0.90L | ₹9.10L |
| 2 | ₹90.0K | ₹1.80L | ₹8.20L |
| 3 | ₹90.0K | ₹2.70L | ₹7.30L |
| 4 | ₹90.0K | ₹3.60L | ₹6.40L |
| 5 | ₹90.0K | ₹4.50L | ₹5.50L |
| 6 | ₹90.0K | ₹5.40L | ₹4.60L |
| 7 | ₹90.0K | ₹6.30L | ₹3.70L |
| 8 | ₹90.0K | ₹7.20L | ₹2.80L |
| 9 | ₹90.0K | ₹8.10L | ₹1.90L |
| 10 | ₹90.0K | ₹9.00L | ₹1.00L |
Straight Line
First Year Depreciation
₹90 K
Depreciation Rate
9.00% p.a.
Asset Cost
₹10.00L
Salvage Value
₹1.00L
Depreciable Amount₹9.00L
Useful Life10 years
Tax Benefit (30% bracket)
Year 1 Tax Shield₹27K
Total Tax Shield₹2.70L
IT Act WDV Rates
Buildings10%
Furniture10%
Plant & Machinery15%
Motor Vehicles15%
Computers40%
Intangible Assets25%
Choosing the Right Method
Straight Line
Buildings, furniture, steady-use assets
Written Down Value
Tax purposes in India, vehicles, electronics
Sum of Years Digits
Assets losing value faster initially
Units of Production
Manufacturing machinery, vehicles by mileage