This Malaysia Payslip Guide explains how payslips work, what information should appear on a salary slip and how employees can understand payroll deductions.
Whether you are a new employee, employer or HR administrator, understanding your payslip is important for tracking salary and statutory deductions.
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A payslip, also known as a salary slip, is a document that shows an employee's salary details for a specific pay period.
It provides a breakdown of earnings, deductions and net salary received by the employee.
Payslips help employees verify that salary and deductions are calculated correctly.
They may also be required when applying for loans, credit cards, housing, rental agreements or visa applications.
Gross salary refers to total earnings before deductions.
It may include:
Net salary is the amount an employee actually receives after deductions.
A simplified formula is:
Net Salary = Gross Salary − EPF − SOCSO − EIS − PCB
EPF (Employees Provident Fund) is a retirement savings contribution deducted from employee salary.
Employers also contribute separately to EPF.
SOCSO provides protection against work-related injuries, disability and other employment-related risks.
The contribution amount depends on salary and contribution schedules.
EIS (Employment Insurance System) provides temporary support for eligible employees who lose their jobs.
Both employers and employees contribute towards EIS.
PCB stands for Potongan Cukai Bulanan.
It is the monthly income tax deduction withheld by employers and paid to the tax authority on behalf of employees.
Assume an employee earns:
Gross Salary:
RM5,500
After EPF, SOCSO, EIS and PCB deductions, the employee receives net salary.
Employees should contact their payroll department, HR department or employer as soon as possible.
Keep copies of previous payslips and supporting documents for reference.
Employers commonly provide payslips to employees as part of payroll records and salary administration.
Many banks and financial institutions may request payslips as proof of income.
Statutory deductions such as EPF, SOCSO, EIS and PCB reduce gross salary to arrive at net salary.
You should contact your employer or payroll department for clarification and correction.
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