Updated for Malaysia 2026 payroll estimates

Know your real take-home pay in Malaysia

Free Malaysia salary calculator for employees, job seekers and payroll users. Estimate EPF, SOCSO, EIS, LINDUNG 24 Jam (SKBBK), PCB, monthly net salary and annual salary breakdown instantly.

Calculate Your Take-Home Pay

Enter your gross monthly salary before EPF, SOCSO, EIS, SKBBK and PCB deductions.

RM

Include LINDUNG 24 Jam (SKBBK) New

Turn this on if SKBBK appears on your payslip. Estimated at 0.75% of wages, capped at RM6,000.

This tool gives you a monthly and annual salary breakdown based on your gross monthly salary.

Your take-home pay

Estimated monthly net salary

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0% of gross salary

How Salary Is Calculated in Malaysia

Calculating your take-home pay means subtracting statutory deductions from your gross monthly salary. In Malaysia, the main deductions are usually EPF, SOCSO, EIS, LINDUNG 24 Jam (SKBBK) and PCB.

Net Salary = Gross Salary − Total Deductions Total Deductions = EPF + SOCSO + EIS + SKBBK + PCB

Contribution Tables 2026

Quick reference for common EPF, SOCSO, EIS and SKBBK contribution rates in Malaysia.

Salary Range Employee (%) Employer (%)
≤ RM5,000 11% 13%
> RM5,000 11% 12%

Note: These tables are simplified quick references. For full statutory tables, refer to the detailed EPF, SOCSO, EIS and SKBBK guidance.

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Understand the statutory deductions and taxes that shape your monthly take-home pay.

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Who Should Use This Calculator?

A practical salary estimate for employees, job seekers, payroll users and anyone planning income in Malaysia.

  • Employees checking monthly take-home pay
  • Job seekers comparing salary packages
  • HR and payroll users estimating deductions
  • Malaysians planning tax and personal finances

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about salary deductions, PCB and take-home pay estimates.

Does this salary calculator include EPF, SOCSO, EIS and PCB?

Yes. This calculator estimates your monthly take-home pay after deducting EPF, SOCSO, EIS and estimated PCB tax based on your gross monthly salary.

Why is my actual salary different from the calculator result?

Actual payroll calculations may vary depending on tax relief claims, additional allowances, bonuses, overtime payments, unpaid leave and employer payroll settings.

How is PCB tax calculated in Malaysia?

PCB (Potongan Cukai Bulanan) is a monthly tax deduction system administered by LHDN. The amount depends on your chargeable income, tax reliefs and personal circumstances.

Can I calculate annual salary from monthly salary?

Yes. This calculator automatically provides both monthly and annual salary breakdowns based on the gross monthly salary entered.

Do bonuses and allowances affect take-home pay?

Yes. Additional income such as bonuses, commissions, allowances and overtime payments may increase statutory deductions and PCB tax.

What tax reliefs can reduce PCB deductions?

Common Malaysia tax reliefs include EPF contributions, life insurance, medical insurance, lifestyle expenses, education fees, medical expenses and child reliefs.

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