Tax Year 2026-27 • Income Tax Act, 2025

Salary & Take-Home Pay Calculators for India

Convert your annual CTC to accurate monthly in-hand salary, compare New vs Old Tax Regimes, claim Section 10(13A) HRA exemption, and calculate 15/26 statutory gratuity — completely free and private in your browser.

₹75k Standard Deduction
Nil Tax Up to ₹12 Lakh
Rule 2A HRA Formula
15/26 Gratuity Ceiling ₹20L
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Popular Salary Benchmarks:
Estimated In-Hand PayNew Tax Regime (TY 2026-27)
₹96,200.00/ month
Gross Salary: ₹98,200.00/mo
Tax Deducted: ₹0.00/mo
Annual In-Hand: ₹11,54,400.00
Standard Deduction: ₹75,000 Included
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Tax Year 2026-27

Take-Home Salary Calculator

Convert annual Cost to Company (CTC) into exact monthly in-hand net salary. Slabs updated for Income Tax Act, 2025 with ₹75,000 standard deduction and Section 87A rebate.

New vs Old Tax Regime
EPF, ESI & Professional Tax
Monthly & Annual Net Pay Breakdown
Calculate In-Hand Salary
Nil Tax Up to ₹12L

Income Tax Calculator (Salaried)

Compare tax liability under New Tax Regime (Section 115BAC) vs Old Regime. Computes 87A rebate (zero tax up to ₹12 Lakhs income) and standard deduction.

Section 87A Rebate Up to ₹60k
Side-by-Side Regime Comparison
Tax Slabs from 0% to 30%
Compare Tax Regimes
Section 10(13A)

HRA Exemption Calculator

Calculate statutory House Rent Allowance (HRA) tax exemption for metro (50%) and non-metro (40%) cities based on rent paid, actual HRA, and basic salary.

Metro vs Non-Metro 50%/40%
Rule 2A 3-Way Comparison
Rent Paid vs 10% Basic
Calculate HRA Exemption
15/26 Formula

Gratuity Calculator

Compute statutory gratuity entitlement under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 for employees completing 5 or more years of continuous service. Includes ₹20 Lakh tax-free limit.

Statutory 15/26 Workdays Formula
₹20 Lakh Tax-Free Ceiling
Covered & Non-Covered Rules
Calculate Gratuity Amount
12-Month Batch

Rent Receipt Generator for HRA

Generate compliant monthly or full 12-month rent receipts with landlord PAN verification, monthly maintenance charge breakdowns, and revenue stamp placeholders.

12 Months at Once
Monthly Maintenance Field
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Generate Rent Receipts
Career & Payroll Scenarios

When to Use Each Salary Tool

Step-by-step guidance for key milestones in your salaried career:

New Job Offer or Appraisal

Evaluate an increment letter or job offer CTC to see the real bank deposit jump after tax and PF deductions.

Check Take-Home CTC

Choosing Tax Regime

Decide whether declaring Section 80C, 80D, and HRA beats the default New Tax Regime with ₹75k standard deduction.

Compare Regimes

HRA Proof for HR Submission

Generate 12 months of landlord rent receipts with revenue stamp placeholders before January/February payroll cutoffs.

Generate Rent Receipts

Resignation & Full & Final

Audit employer FnF settlement to verify exact statutory gratuity amount due after 5+ years of continuous service.

Verify Gratuity Formula

Tax Year 2026-27 New Tax Regime Slabs & Thresholds

Governed by Income Tax Act, 2025 • Standard Deduction ₹75,000 for salaried taxpayers

Default Regime
Taxable Income SlabStatutory RateSlab TaxStatutory Rules & Provisions
Up to ₹4,00,000Nil (0%)₹0Basic exemption limit for all individuals
₹4,00,001 – ₹8,00,0005%₹20,000Covered by Section 87A rebate if income ≤ ₹12L
₹8,00,001 – ₹12,00,00010%₹40,000Total tax ₹60k fully wiped out by 87A rebate
₹12,00,001 – ₹16,00,00015%₹60,000Standard deduction ₹75,000 applies first
₹16,00,001 – ₹20,00,00020%₹80,000Marginal relief available near ₹12L boundary
₹20,00,001 – ₹24,00,00025%₹1,00,000Health & Education cess of 4% added to tax
Above ₹24,00,00030%Slab BalanceHighest marginal tax rate under Income Tax Act, 2025

Popular Pre-Computed Salary Scenarios

Exact monthly take-home pay, tax liability, and PF breakdown for common CTCs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is in-hand take-home salary calculated from CTC in India?

Gross Salary equals CTC minus employer statutory contributions (Employer EPF 12%, gratuity provision, employer insurance). Net In-Hand Salary is Gross Salary minus employee deductions: Employee EPF (12% of basic), Professional Tax (₹200/month in most states), and monthly Income Tax TDS based on your chosen tax regime. Typically, take-home salary is 75% to 85% of CTC.

Is income up to ₹12 Lakh really zero tax under the New Tax Regime in Tax Year 2026-27?

Yes. Under the New Tax Regime governed by the Income Tax Act, 2025, salaried individuals receive a statutory Standard Deduction of ₹75,000. For taxable income up to ₹12,00,000, Section 87A provides a full rebate equal to the calculated tax payable (up to ₹60,000). As a result, a salaried individual earning a CTC of ₹12.75 Lakhs pays zero income tax.

What is the standard deduction for salaried employees for Tax Year 2026-27?

Under the New Tax Regime for Tax Year 2026-27 (Income Tax Act, 2025), the standard deduction for salaried employees and pensioners is ₹75,000. Under the Old Tax Regime, it remains ₹50,000.

How does the 15/26 statutory gratuity formula work?

Under Section 4(2) of the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, gratuity for monthly-rated employees is calculated as: Gratuity = (15 × Last Drawn Basic + DA × Completed Years of Service) / 26. The number 26 represents working days in a month (excluding 4 Sundays). Gratuity is tax-exempt up to ₹20,00,000 for non-government private employees.

Can I claim HRA exemption if I live with my parents?

Yes, provided your parents legally own the residential property, you pay them actual rent via verifiable banking channels (UPI/NEFT/Cheque), your parents report that rental income in their personal Income Tax Returns (ITR), and you maintain valid monthly rent receipts.