Cash Flow Calculator

Add cash inflows and outflows to find the change in cash. Enter your own values below to see closing cash balance and check the method behind it.

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How this calculator works

Closing cash = opening balance + cash inflows − cash outflows.

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What is Cash Flow Calculator?

Cash Flow Calculator helps you add cash inflows and outflows to find the change in cash.

The main result is closing cash balance, with a breakdown of net cash flow. The formula, example and assumptions below explain how to interpret it.

How to use Cash Flow Calculator

Use the example to get familiar with the form, then enter your own figures. Any rates in the example are illustrative. Check the field labels and units before calculating.

  1. Gather opening cash balance (₹), cash received (₹) and cash paid out (₹). Use values from the same situation or reporting period.
  2. Replace the example opening cash balance with your own value, then complete the other fields. Check the displayed units.
  3. Select Calculate and read closing cash balance with its result breakdown. Change one input and calculate again to compare a second scenario. Reset restores the original example.
  • Enter opening cash balance in ₹, at least 0. Decimals are accepted.
  • Enter cash received in ₹, at least 0. Decimals are accepted.
  • Enter cash paid out in ₹, at least 0. Decimals are accepted.

Cash Flow Calculator: a worked example

With the inputs below, the result is ₹50,000 (closing cash balance). Follow the example, then replace these illustrative values with your own.

Example inputs and output
Input or outputExample value
Opening cash balance (₹)₹20,000
Cash received (₹)₹80,000
Cash paid out (₹)₹50,000
Closing cash balance₹50,000
Net cash flow₹30,000

Understanding the Cash Flow result

Read closing cash balance alongside net cash flow. These describe different parts of the same calculation.

Displayed results use a readable number of decimal places. When checking a result by hand, keep extra precision until the last step. To compare scenarios, change one input at a time and keep the others fixed.

  • Example Net cash flow: ₹30,000

Cash Flow Calculator: assumptions and common mistakes

A useful estimate starts with the right inputs. Check the following assumptions and limits before applying the result to your situation.

  • Separate revenue from cash receipts and cost from selling price. Check the denominator before comparing a margin with a markup.

For wider guidance, visit ICAI. The formula and scope of this specific tool are stated on this page.

Cash Flow Calculator FAQs

What does Cash Flow Calculator calculate?

Cash Flow Calculator helps you add cash inflows and outflows to find the change in cash. Its main output is closing cash balance in ₹.

What inputs do I need for Cash Flow Calculator?

You need opening cash balance (₹), cash received (₹) and cash paid out (₹). Use the field labels and units to match your figures to the formula.

Which formula does Cash Flow Calculator use?

Closing cash = opening balance + cash inflows − cash outflows.

What is a worked example for Cash Flow Calculator?

Example inputs: Opening cash balance: ₹20,000; Cash received: ₹80,000; Cash paid out: ₹50,000. The result is ₹50,000 (closing cash balance).

How should I enter opening cash balance?

Enter opening cash balance in ₹, at least 0. Decimals are accepted.

How do I choose cash received?

Enter cash received in ₹, at least 0. Decimals are accepted. The example uses ₹80,000; replace it if your circumstances differ.

How should I read closing cash balance?

Read closing cash balance alongside net cash flow. These describe different parts of the same calculation.

Why might my Cash Flow Calculator result differ from my records?

Separate revenue from cash receipts and cost from selling price. Check the denominator before comparing a margin with a markup. Differences in entered values, units or rounding can also change the comparison.

Can I compare two scenarios in Cash Flow Calculator?

Yes. Note your first closing cash balance, change opening cash balance or another input, and select Calculate again. Editing a field clears the old result so it is not mistaken for a new calculation.

Is Cash Flow Calculator free, and where are my inputs calculated?

This calculator is free to use without signing in. Its formula runs in your browser; calculator inputs are not sent to a calculation API. The inputs reset to the example values when you reset the form or start a fresh page.