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British Pound to Indian Rupee Exchange Rate
Mid-market GBP/INR rate — the fairest rate, before provider markups.
129.556INR
1 GBP = 129.556 INR
1 INR = 0.00772 GBP
Source: median of multiple independent feeds. For indicative purposes only.
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GBP to INR Conversion Table
100 GBP
12,955.62 INR
500 GBP
64,778.11 INR
1,000 GBP
129,556.22 INR
5,000 GBP
647,781.12 INR
10,000 GBP
1,295,562.23 INR
25,000 GBP
3,238,905.59 INR
50,000 GBP
6,477,811.17 INR
100,000 GBP
12,955,622.35 INR
Based on mid-market rate. Actual provider rates will differ — compare below.
Compare GBP to INR Transfer Rates
What you'd actually receive sending 1,000 GBP via each provider today.
129,569.18
INR received
TapTap Send
Rate 129.5044 · No fee · Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers)
129,504.4
INR received
MoneyGram
Rate 129.5044 · 1.49 GBP fee · 0-1 days
129,311.44
INR received
Profee
Rate 129.5562 · 2.00 GBP fee · Instant
129,297.11
INR received
Western Union
Rate 129.2971 · 1.99 GBP fee · Minutes to 5 days
129,039.81
INR received
Revolut
Rate 129.0898 · 1.50 GBP fee · 0-1 days
128,896.19
INR received
Wise
Rate 129.5433 · 5.21 GBP fee · Instant
128,868.35
INR received
TransferGo
Rate 128.8437 · No fee · 1.5 days
128,843.66
INR received
| Provider | Rate | Fee | You Receive | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PaysendBest rate | 129.5692 | Free | 129,569.18 INR | 2 days |
| TapTap Send | 129.5044 | Free | 129,504.4 INR | Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers) |
| MoneyGram | 129.5044 | 1.49 GBP | 129,311.44 INR | 0-1 days |
| Profee | 129.5562 | 2.00 GBP | 129,297.11 INR | Instant |
| Western Union | 129.2971 | 1.99 GBP | 129,039.81 INR | Minutes to 5 days |
| Revolut | 129.0898 | 1.50 GBP | 128,896.19 INR | 0-1 days |
| Wise | 129.5433 | 5.21 GBP | 128,868.35 INR | Instant |
| TransferGo | 128.8437 | Free | 128,843.66 INR | 1.5 days |
Understanding the GBP/INR Exchange Rate
The UK has one of the largest Indian diaspora populations outside India, making GBP to INR one of the busiest remittance corridors globally. The rate is influenced by both BoE and RBI monetary policy, UK-India trade relations, and oil prices (which affect India's current account). Competition on this corridor has driven markups down significantly in recent years.
Key things to know
- Funding via Faster Payments (UK bank transfer) typically saves £2–5 compared to debit card
- IMPS delivery in India means recipients can receive funds within minutes of processing
- Wise, Remitly, and TapTap Send all compete aggressively on this corridor
- The GBP/INR rate is more volatile than USD/INR due to the pound's sensitivity to UK economic data
Tip
Compare at least 3 providers before each transfer — the cheapest option on GBP to INR can vary day to day depending on which provider is running a promotion or has the tightest spread.
GBP/INR Rate History
Track how provider rates have changed over time. See which providers consistently offer the best GBP to INR rates.
How we calculate the GBP/INR mid-market rate
The mid-market rate is the midpoint between the buy and sell prices on global currency markets — it's the fairest exchange rate available. We aggregate data from 4 independent sources and take the median value, which eliminates outliers and provides a more reliable rate than any single source.
When a money transfer provider quotes you a rate, compare it against the mid-market rate shown on this page. The difference is the provider's markup — their profit on the currency conversion. On the GBP/INR pair, the best providers typically mark up by 0.3–1.5%, while banks can mark up by 2–5%.
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Frequently asked questions about GBP to INR
What is the mid-market GBP/INR exchange rate today?
The mid-market rate for GBP to INR today is 129.556, meaning 1 British Pound buys 129.556 Indian Rupee. The inverse rate is 1 INR = 0.00772 GBP. This is the interbank reference rate — money transfer providers apply a markup above this, so the rate you receive will be slightly lower.
What moves the GBP/INR exchange rate?
Funding via Faster Payments (UK bank transfer) typically saves £2–5 compared to debit card. IMPS delivery in India means recipients can receive funds within minutes of processing. The UK has one of the largest Indian diaspora populations outside India, making GBP to INR one of the busiest remittance corridors globally.
Which provider offers the best British Pound to Indian Rupee rate?
Based on today's quotes, Paysend is offering the best GBP to INR rate — sending 1,000 GBP gives your recipient 129,569.18 INR. Rankings shift daily, so compare the full table above before every transfer. Compare at least 3 providers before each transfer — the cheapest option on GBP to INR can vary day to day depending on which provider is running a promotion or has the tightest spread.
How much does it cost to convert British Pound to Indian Rupee?
The total cost of a GBP to INR transfer has two parts: the exchange rate markup (the gap between the mid-market rate and the provider's rate) and any flat fee. The best specialist providers on this corridor typically charge a markup of 0.3–1.5% plus a small flat fee, while banks can add 2–5% in markup. The table above shows you exactly how much INR your recipient would receive from each provider on a 1,000 GBP transfer.