How to use the Dividend Yield Calculator
- Enter the current share price.
- Enter the dividend paid per share for one payment period.
- Select how often that dividend is paid.
- Optionally enter your number of shares to estimate annual dividend income.
Dividend Yield Calculator
Calculate annual dividend per share, dividend yield and estimated annual dividend income from values you enter.
Enter dividend details
If your dividend figure is already the full-year total, choose Annual.
Dividend yield formula
Dividend Yield (%) = Annual Dividend per Share ÷ Current Share Price × 100
Example: if a share price is ₹500 and the total annual dividend is ₹20 per share, the dividend yield is 4%.
Frequently asked questions
What should I enter for quarterly dividends?
Enter the dividend paid per share for one quarter and select Quarterly. The calculator multiplies it by four to estimate the annual amount.
Can I calculate dividend income for my holdings?
Yes. Enter the number of shares and the calculator shows an estimated annual dividend amount.
Does this tool use live market data?
No. You enter the values yourself, so no stock-market API is required.