Zepto Fee Calculator 2026 for Sellers
Calculate how much Zepto deducts from every unit you sell. Enter your selling price, Zepto commission, fulfilment, packaging, storage and 18% GST on fees to see your net payout, total deductions and effective fee rate instantly, before you list or accept a purchase order.
Free, no sign upEditable 2026 ratesIncludes GST on feesUpdated October 2026
Use the rates from your Zepto seller agreement. Every field can be edited.
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Effective fee rate shows the share of your selling price that Zepto keeps after commission, fixed fees and GST.
This is an independent planning estimate, not an official platform quote. Replace every assumption with the terms in your agreement. GST treatment can vary by fee and invoice.
Key takeaways
- Zepto deducts commission plus per-unit fulfilment, inwarding, packaging and storage fees from every unit a seller sells.
- 18% GST generally applies on Zepto's platform fees, not on the product value.
- Zepto commission usually depends on both product category and price band.
- On products under ₹200, fixed per-unit fees often cost sellers more than commission.
- Customer charges like delivery fees and platform fees do not reduce a seller's payout.
- Exact Zepto rates are set in each seller agreement, so every input in this calculator is editable.
What is a Zepto fee calculator?
A Zepto fee calculator is a free tool that estimates how much Zepto deducts from a seller's selling price and what payout is left per unit. It adds commission, fulfilment, inwarding, packaging, storage and GST on fees, then shows net payout, total deductions and the effective fee rate. Brands use it to set prices before listing on Zepto or accepting a purchase order.
How much does Zepto charge sellers in 2026?
Zepto charges sellers a commission on each sale plus per-unit fees for fulfilment, inwarding, packaging and dark store storage, with 18% GST on these fees. Zepto commission is commonly linked to both product category and price band, so two products in the same category can attract different rates. The exact numbers are in each seller's Zepto agreement.
Do Zepto delivery fees and platform fees affect sellers?
No. Zepto delivery fees, small cart fees and per-order platform fees are charged to customers at checkout and are not deducted from a seller's payout. Seller deductions are separate: commission, fulfilment, inwarding, packaging, storage, returns and GST on those fees. This calculator covers only the seller side, which is what decides a brand's margin on Zepto.
How do you use the Zepto fee calculator?
Enter five values and the Zepto fee calculator shows payout instantly:
- Selling price: The price the product sells at on Zepto.
- Commission %: The Zepto commission rate in your agreement for your category and price band.
- Fixed fee: Fulfilment, inwarding and packaging charges per unit, added together.
- Handling fee: Storage per unit (daily rate × days in the dark store) plus any other handling charge.
- GST on fees: 18% unless your Zepto invoice shows otherwise.
The result shows estimated payout, total deductions and effective fee rate.
What fees does Zepto deduct from sellers?
Zepto deducts seven types of charges from sellers. Commission is percentage based, while fulfilment, inwarding, packaging, storage and returns are charged per unit. GST at 18% is added on top of these platform fees.
| Zepto fee | What it covers | How Zepto charges it |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | Zepto's share of each sale | % of selling price, by category and price band |
| Fulfilment fee | Picking, packing and 10 minute delivery | Flat amount per unit sold |
| Inwarding fee | Receiving stock at the warehouse or dark store | Flat amount per unit received |
| Packaging fee | Packing material per order | Flat amount per unit shipped |
| Storage fee | Holding stock in dark stores | Per unit per day, often higher for ageing stock |
| Return fee | Handling customer returns | Per returned unit |
| GST on fees | Tax on Zepto's service charges | 18% on total platform fees |
How is Zepto seller payout calculated?
Zepto seller payout is the selling price minus all Zepto fees and the GST on those fees. Profit is that payout minus product cost.
The effective fee rate is the share of every rupee that Zepto keeps after all charges, not just commission.
Example: how much does a seller earn on a ₹249 product on Zepto?
A seller selling a ₹249 snack pack on Zepto would receive about ₹155 per unit and earn about ₹45 profit, based on the assumptions below. Total Zepto deductions come to about 37.6% of the selling price.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Selling price | ₹249.00 |
| Commission (7% assumed) | ₹17.43 |
| Fulfilment fee (assumed) | ₹45.00 |
| Inwarding fee (assumed) | ₹5.00 |
| Packaging fee (assumed) | ₹4.00 |
| Storage (₹0.80/day × 10 days, assumed) | ₹8.00 |
| GST on fees (18%) | ₹14.30 |
| Total deductions | ₹93.73 |
| Net payout | ₹155.27 |
| Product cost | ₹110.00 |
| Profit per unit | ₹45.27 (18.2% margin) |
In this example, Zepto commission is less than a fifth of total deductions. Fixed per-unit fees and GST make up most of what Zepto keeps.
Why are Zepto fees so high on low-priced products?
Zepto fees feel highest on cheap products because fulfilment, inwarding and packaging are flat per unit and do not shrink with price. An example fixed cost of ₹54 per unit takes over half the price of a ₹99 product but only about 5% of a ₹999 product.
| Selling price | ₹54 fixed fee as % of price |
|---|---|
| ₹99 | 54.5% |
| ₹149 | 36.2% |
| ₹249 | 21.7% |
| ₹499 | 10.8% |
| ₹999 | 5.4% |
Sellers with products under ₹200 on Zepto often use multipacks or combos to raise order value.
How do storage days affect Zepto margin?
Every extra day stock sits in a Zepto dark store adds storage cost per unit. At an example rate of ₹1 per unit per day, 45 days of storage takes 18% of a ₹249 selling price, which can be more than the commission.
| Days in Zepto dark store | Storage cost | % of ₹249 price |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days | ₹7 | 2.8% |
| 15 days | ₹15 | 6.0% |
| 30 days | ₹30 | 12.0% |
| 45 days | ₹45 | 18.1% |
Matching purchase order quantities to weekly sell-through keeps Zepto storage cost low.
Zepto vs Blinkit: how do seller fees compare?
Zepto and Blinkit both run dark store models and charge sellers commission plus per-unit fulfilment, inwarding and storage. The differences are mostly in how commission is banded, whether packaging is billed separately and how storage rates rise as stock ages.
| Factor | Zepto | Blinkit |
|---|---|---|
| Fulfilment model | Dark stores, 10 minute delivery | Dark stores, 10 minute delivery |
| Commission basis | Commonly category + price band | Commonly price slab or category |
| Packaging fee | Often billed as a separate line | Usually not shown as a separate line |
| Storage | Per unit per day, can step up with age | Per unit per day, can step up with age |
| GST on fees | 18% | 18% |
| Exact rates | Set in seller agreement | Set in seller agreement |
The most reliable comparison is running the same SKU through both calculators with real terms:
- Blinkit Fee Calculator
- Swiggy Instamart Fee Calculator
- Check CM1 to CM3 for your Zepto SKU
- Plan stock for Zepto dark stores
How can sellers improve margin on Zepto?
Sellers improve Zepto margin mainly by pricing for the platform, keeping stock moving and reducing fixed fees per rupee of revenue.
- Set a Zepto specific price. Work back from a target margin with the calculator instead of copying a D2C or Amazon price.
- Keep stock ageing low. Plan purchase order quantities around weekly velocity so units do not move into higher storage tiers.
- Use packs for low-ticket items. Larger packs and combos reduce fixed Zepto fees as a share of revenue.
- Get inwarding right the first time. Correct barcodes, case packs and shelf life avoid rejections and extra handling.
- Check the price band. A small price change can move a product into a different Zepto commission band.
Plan stock levels with the Stock Cover Calculator.
Who should use the Zepto fee calculator?
The Zepto fee calculator is built for FMCG brands, D2C founders, distributors and category managers planning a Zepto launch, reviewing a purchase order or renegotiating terms. It suits snacks, beverages, staples, personal care, home care, baby care and other quick commerce categories. Brands planning a launch can see how we help them sell on Zepto.
Zepto seller terms explained
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Dark store | A small warehouse not open to shoppers, used by Zepto to deliver orders in minutes |
| Inwarding | The process of receiving, checking and shelving seller stock at a Zepto facility |
| Purchase order (PO) | Zepto's order to a seller to supply a set quantity of stock |
| Take rate / effective fee rate | Total Zepto deductions as a percentage of selling price |
| SOR | Sale or return model, where unsold stock can come back to the seller |
| Outright | Model where the platform buys stock upfront from the seller |
How this calculator works
This Zepto fee calculator applies the payout formula above to the values you enter. No rate is locked, because Zepto seller terms vary by category, price band, brand and negotiation, and published figures online often disagree. Example numbers on this page are assumptions for illustration, not official Zepto rates. GST is calculated on platform fees only, not on product value.
Frequently asked questions
How much commission does Zepto charge sellers?
Zepto charges sellers a percentage commission on each sale, usually based on product category and price band. The exact rate is in the seller's Zepto agreement and can be entered in the calculator.
What fees does Zepto deduct apart from commission?
Apart from commission, Zepto deducts fulfilment, inwarding, packaging, storage and return fees, plus 18% GST on these platform charges.
Is the Zepto platform fee charged to sellers?
No. The Zepto platform fee, delivery fee and small cart fee are paid by customers at checkout. They are not deducted from a seller's payout.
How is Zepto storage fee calculated?
Zepto storage fee is charged per unit for each day stock stays in a dark store, and the rate can rise for older stock. Multiply the daily rate by expected days to estimate it.
Why is Zepto's effective fee rate high on cheap products?
Zepto's effective fee rate is high on cheap products because fulfilment, inwarding and packaging are flat per unit, so they take a bigger share of a ₹99 product than a ₹499 product.
Is GST charged on Zepto seller fees?
Yes. 18% GST generally applies to Zepto's service fees such as commission and fulfilment. Treatment can vary by fee, so check Zepto invoices.
Are these official Zepto rates?
No. This calculator gives an independent planning estimate. Sellers should replace each assumption with the terms in their Zepto agreement.
Can The Quick Commerce help improve margins on Zepto?
Yes. The Quick Commerce reviews SKUs, prices and current Zepto terms to show where margin is leaking and what can be changed.
About The Quick Commerce: The Quick Commerce is a Delhi NCR based onboarding and growth agency that helps Indian D2C and FMCG brands launch and scale on Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket, JioMart and Amazon Fresh.
Last updated: October 2026 · Reviewed by The Quick Commerce team · Example figures are assumptions for illustration. Always verify with your Zepto agreement.
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