How do you calculate golf course handicap?

Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope Rating ÷ 113) + (Course Rating − Par). This calculator applies that formula and rounds to the nearest whole number.

What numbers do I need?

Use your Handicap Index plus the tee's slope rating, course rating, and par. These are usually on the scorecard or available in your tee selection tools.

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Golf Course Handicap Calculator

Get your playing handicap in seconds with simple inputs and practical defaults for everyday rounds.

Round Inputs

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Handicap index

Slope rating

Course rating

Par

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Your Result

Course handicap

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Formula result (before rounding)

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Formula

Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope ÷ 113) + (Course Rating − Par)

Why golfers use this

Know your strokes before the first tee.
Compare tees quickly when planning your round.
Keep expectations realistic for that day’s setup.

Make this easier in SwingFeed

Inside SwingFeed, your tee setup can be faster with course search that auto-fills details like rating and slope when available.