Nearby salaries – tax and in-hand pay
| Yearly salary | Tax | In-hand a month |
|---|---|---|
| ₹13 lakh | ₹26,000 | ₹1,06,167 |
| ₹14 lakh | ₹81,900 | ₹1,09,842 |
| ₹15 lakh | ₹97,500 | ₹1,16,875 |
| ₹16 lakh | ₹1,13,100 | ₹1,23,908 |
| ₹17 lakh | ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,30,833 |
| ₹18 lakh | ₹1,50,800 | ₹1,37,433 |
| ₹19 lakh | ₹1,71,600 | ₹1,44,033 |
| ₹20 lakh | ₹1,92,400 | ₹1,50,633 |
| ₹21 lakh | ₹2,14,500 | ₹1,57,125 |
| ₹22 lakh | ₹2,40,500 | ₹1,63,292 |
| ₹23 lakh | ₹2,66,500 | ₹1,69,458 |
New regime, salaried, no other income. In-hand here is after income tax only – PF and professional tax are deducted from most payslips as well.
Frequently asked questions
How much tax on a ₹18 lakh salary?
Under the new regime for FY 2026-27: ₹1,50,800 including 4% cess. Taxable income is ₹17,25,000 after the ₹75,000 standard deduction.
What is the in-hand salary for ₹18 lakh?
About ₹1,37,433 a month after income tax. Employee PF (usually 12% of basic) and professional tax reduce it further.
Is the old regime better for ₹18 lakh?
Only with large deductions. Enter your 80C, 80D, HRA and home loan interest in the income tax calculator to compare both regimes.