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Golf Handicap Calculator

Calculate a golf Score Differential and estimate a Handicap Index from recent differentials.

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Features

About Golf Handicap Calculator

Calculate a golf Score Differential and estimate a Handicap Index from recent differentials.

How to use it

  1. Enter adjusted gross score, 18-hole Course Rating, Slope Rating and PCC (usually zero).
  2. Calculate your round’s Score Differential.
  3. Optionally paste your 3 to 20 most recent posted Score Differentials, separated by commas or lines, to estimate a Handicap Index.

Example calculation

An adjusted 90 on a course rated 72.4, slope 128 and PCC 0 gives approximately 15.5 differential.

Supported formats

Processing and limitations

Browser only; entered data stays on this device and is not sent to a score service.

The estimated index does not apply exceptional-score adjustments, low-index caps or committee decisions; it is not an official GHIN record.

Questions and answers

What does Golf Handicap Calculator calculate?

Calculate a golf Score Differential and estimate a Handicap Index from recent differentials.

Is the result an official match or competition decision?

No. It follows the described scoring formula; always check the governing body’s rules and competition-specific adjustments.

Is my score data uploaded?

No. This calculator processes the values in your browser.

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