INR to USD — today's rate explained
As of 2026-07-08, 1 Indian Rupee equals 0.010507 US Dollar at the mid-market exchange rate. This is the fairest reference rate — the midpoint between what buyers and sellers are paying on global currency markets.
Indians travelling to the United States, paying US university tuition, or purchasing American goods online frequently need to convert Rupees to Dollars. The rate also matters for Indian exporters quoting prices in USD.
About the INR and USD
Indian Rupee (INR, ₹): The Indian Rupee is a partially convertible currency managed under a managed-float regime by the Reserve Bank of India. It is the official currency of India.
US Dollar (USD, $): The US Dollar is the world's primary reserve currency and the most traded currency on global foreign-exchange markets. It is used in the United States.
What moves the INR/USD exchange rate?
Exchange rates respond to interest-rate decisions by central banks such as Reserve Bank of India and Federal Reserve, inflation data, trade balances, and geopolitical events.
For INR/USD specifically, shifts in capital flows between India and the United States, changes in commodity prices, and differences in economic growth rates all contribute to daily rate movements.
INR to USD — 30-day performance
Over the past 30 days, INR/USD traded between 0.010456 and 0.010603, with the pair gaining 0.17% overall. The current rate of 0.010507 sits below the 30-day midpoint of 0.010529.
Historical context helps you judge whether today's rate is relatively strong or weak, but past performance does not predict future movements. Always compare the rate you are offered against the mid-market figure shown here.
How to get a better INR to USD rate
Banks and card providers typically add a 1–4% margin on top of the mid-market rate shown on this page, plus fixed transfer fees. Before exchanging INR for USD, compare the final amount you will receive — not just the headline rate.
For larger amounts, specialist money-transfer services often beat bank rates. For travel, prepaid multi-currency cards or local ATMs may offer competitive rates depending on your bank's foreign-transaction fees.