Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the In-Hand Salary Calculator.
How does the take-home salary calculator work?
Enter your gross salary (CTC for India, gross annual for the US) and it computes your net take-home after applicable taxes and deductions.
Is it free?
Completely free, no sign-up or limits.
Which countries are supported?
India and the United States, each with their own tax rules and deduction models.
What's the difference between the old and new tax regime in India?
The new regime has lower slab rates but fewer deductions; the old regime allows exemptions like 80C but has higher slab rates. The calculator lets you compare both.
Does it account for PF and professional tax?
Yes, for India mode, employer/employee PF contributions and professional tax are included in the deduction breakdown.
Does it account for FICA in the US calculation?
Yes, Social Security and Medicare (FICA) are applied alongside federal income tax.
Does it include state income tax in the US?
State tax varies widely and is out of scope for this version; only federal tax and FICA are calculated.
How current are the tax brackets used?
The calculator defaults to the latest published tax year's brackets, but every slab is editable โ add, remove, or change any threshold and rate to match a different year.
Is my salary data stored?
No; everything runs in your browser and isn't stored or sent anywhere.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, fully responsive.