INDEX MATCH with Multiple Criteria Excel
Commission tables and price lists often need a lookup based on two columns, not one. INDEX MATCH can handle multiple criteria by matching a combined condition. This guide shows how to find a rate by role and region.
Formula Syntax
Use this base syntax for index match with multiple criteria excel and replace the ranges with your own spreadsheet columns.
INDEX(return_range, MATCH(1, (range1=criteria1)*(range2=criteria2), 0))Need this formula for your exact sheet?
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Step-by-step Example
A SKU administration spreadsheet tracks Commission rate lookup and needs a formula-driven result instead of manual filtering.
| Role | Region | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| AE | US | 8% |
| AE | EU | 7% |
| CSM | US | 5% |
Resulting formula
=INDEX(C:C,MATCH(1,(A:A="AE")*(B:B="EU"),0))The formula evaluates the Commission rate lookup rows and returns 7%. Replace the sample ranges with your actual columns, then adjust the criteria so the result matches your workbook.
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Common Variations
- Two criteria INDEX MATCH
- Three criteria lookup
- Exact match by row
FAQ
How do I set up INDEX MATCH with Multiple Criteria Excel for Commission rate lookup?
Map the sample columns to your own sheet first, then replace the formula ranges with the real ranges from your workbook. Keep text criteria in quotes and verify that date or number columns are stored as real values.
Can this formula handle two criteria INDEX MATCH?
Yes. Use the same formula pattern and change the criteria, helper column, or lookup value for two criteria INDEX MATCH. If the logic becomes more complex, generate a custom version with the free tool.
What should I check if the INDEX MATCH with Multiple Criteria Excel result is wrong?
Check that every referenced range covers the same rows, locked references use dollar signs where needed, and the criteria type matches the data. For this page, also confirm that the Commission rate lookup fields are formatted consistently.