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Salary Calculator - CTC to Take Home Salary Calculator India 2025

Calculate your take-home salary from CTC, understand salary components, deductions, and optimize your tax savings with our comprehensive salary calculator for Indian employees.

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Fifty Thousand rupees

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Ten Thousand rupees

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One Thousand Six Hundred rupees

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One Thousand Two Hundred Fifty rupees

Net Take-Home Salary

₹77.53 K

per month

Basic Salary
₹50.00 K
HRA (50%)
₹25.00 K
Gross Salary
₹87.85 K

Deductions

PF (12%)
₹6.00 K
Income Tax (new regime)
₹4.32 K
Total Deductions₹10.32 K
Cost to Company (CTC)
₹96.25 K
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Accurate Calculations

Get precise breakdown of CTC, gross salary, deductions, and net take-home salary as per latest tax rules.

Tax Optimization

Compare old vs new tax regime and optimize your tax liability through smart salary structuring.

Financial Planning

Plan your finances better with clear understanding of your actual disposable income.

Smart Salary Planning Tips for Indian Employees

Expert tips to maximize your take-home salary and optimize financial planning

Understand Your CTC

Cost to Company (CTC) includes your gross salary plus employer contributions like PF, gratuity, and insurance. Know the difference between CTC and take-home salary.

Optimize Tax Deductions

Maximize deductions under Section 80C, 80D, and other provisions. Choose between old and new tax regimes based on your income and investments.

Build Emergency Fund

Save 6-12 months of expenses as emergency fund. Automate savings to build financial security and achieve your long-term financial goals.

Invest Surplus Wisely

After expenses, invest surplus in mutual funds, PPF, or ELSS. Start SIPs early to harness the power of compounding for wealth creation.

Understanding Indian Salary Structure Components

Complete guide to salary components, deductions, and how they impact your take-home salary

Salary Components (Income)

Basic Salary40-60% of CTC
HRA40-50% of Basic
Special AllowanceVaries
Transport AllowanceUp to ₹1,600
Medical AllowanceUp to ₹1,250

Salary Deductions

PF (Employee)12% of Basic
ESI0.75% (if gross ≤ ₹21K)
Income TaxAs per tax slabs
Professional TaxUp to ₹2,500/year
Other DeductionsLIC, Loans, etc.

Old vs New Tax Regime Comparison for Salaried Employees

Choose the right tax regime to minimize your tax liability and maximize take-home salary

Old Tax Regime

Tax Slabs (FY 2025-26)

₹0 - ₹2.5L: 0%
₹2.5L - ₹5L: 5%
₹5L - ₹10L: 20%
Above ₹10L: 30%

Key Benefits

• Section 80C: Up to ₹1.5L
• Section 80D: Up to ₹25K
• HRA exemption available
• Home loan interest deduction

New Tax Regime

Tax Slabs (FY 2025-26)

₹0 - ₹3L: 0%
₹3L - ₹6L: 5%
₹6L - ₹9L: 10%
₹9L - ₹12L: 15%
₹12L - ₹15L: 20%
Above ₹15L: 30%

Key Features

• Lower tax rates
• Standard deduction: ₹50K
• Most deductions not allowed
• Simpler tax calculation

Frequently Asked Questions about Salary Calculation

Common questions about salary components, deductions, and tax planning

What is the difference between CTC and take-home salary?

CTC (Cost to Company) is the total amount spent by the employer on an employee, including gross salary, PF, gratuity, insurance, and other benefits. Take-home salary is the actual amount you receive after deductions like PF, ESI, income tax, and professional tax.

How is HRA calculated and what are the tax benefits?

HRA is typically 40-50% of basic salary in non-metro cities and 50% in metro cities. For tax exemption, the minimum of these three is considered: actual HRA received, 50% of basic salary (40% for non-metro), or actual rent paid minus 10% of basic salary.

What is PF and how much is deducted?

Provident Fund (PF) is a retirement saving scheme where 12% of your basic salary is deducted, and your employer contributes an equal amount. The employee's contribution goes to PF account, while 8.33% of employer's share goes to pension fund and 3.67% to PF.

Should I choose old or new tax regime?

New tax regime offers lower tax rates but fewer deductions. Choose new regime if you have minimal investments in tax-saving instruments. Old regime benefits those who invest heavily in Section 80C, 80D, home loan interest, etc.

What is ESI and when is it applicable?

Employee State Insurance (ESI) is a medical care and cash benefit scheme. It's applicable if your gross salary is ₹21,000 or less per month. Employee contributes 0.75% and employer contributes 3.25% of gross salary.

How can I calculate my annual tax liability?

Calculate your gross annual income, subtract standard deduction (₹50,000), applicable deductions (80C, 80D, etc.), and apply tax slabs. Don't forget to add 4% cess on total tax. Use our tax calculator for accurate computation.