India’s new labour codes have changed the way salaries are defined and calculated. The biggest shift is the new wage definition, which directly impacts PF, ESI, bonus, gratuity, take-home salary, and CTC. Most people still see only gross salary. What they really want to know is this: “How much will my salary change under the new labour code rules?”
This calculator answers that clearly.
(Old v/s New Labour Code Rules)
| Salary Comparision Table | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Component | Old (₹) | New (₹) | Difference |
| Gross Salary | |||
| Earning Components | |||
| Basic + DA | |||
| HRA | |||
| Conveyance | |||
| Medical | |||
| Other All. | |||
| Wages | NA | ||
| Deduction Components | |||
| ESI Employee | |||
| PF Employee | |||
| PT | |||
| Total Ded. | |||
| Employer Contributions | |||
| ESI Employer | |||
| PF Employer | |||
| Bonus | |||
| Gratuity | |||
| Total Cont. | |||
| Net Take Home | |||
| Monthly CTC | |||
| Annual CTC | |||
Compare Old vs New Salary Structure in Minutes 📊
Struggling to understand the real impact of the New Labour Codes on employee salary, PF, ESI, bonus, gratuity, take-home and CTC? Use this ready-to-use Excel comparison calculator to instantly evaluate Old Rule vs New Rule salary structure and make confident restructuring decisions.
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✔ Ideal for HR professionals, employers, startups & payroll consultants.
⚠️ Calculations are based on proposed labour code framework and practical industry logic.
What This Salary Calculator Does
This tool lets you compare your old salary structure with the new labour code–aligned structure side by side.
It shows the exact financial impact on:
- Employee PF and ESI deductions
- Employer PF and ESI contributions
- Bonus and gratuity calculations
- Net take-home salary
- Monthly and annual CTC
No assumptions. No generic percentages. Everything updates instantly as you change inputs.
Why the New Labour Code Changes Salary Calculations
Under the new labour codes, wages must form at least 50% of total remuneration. This means:
- Basic + DA often increases
- Allowances reduce
- PF, ESI, bonus, and gratuity are calculated on a higher base
- Take-home salary may reduce even if gross stays the same
- Employer cost usually increases
This calculator reflects those changes accurately using the new wage definition logic, not outdated payroll formulas.
Who Should Use This Calculator
This tool is useful if you are:
- An employee checking how PF, ESI, or take-home pay will change
- An HR or payroll professional redesigning salary structures
- A startup founder or employer estimating revised CTC impact
- A consultant or auditor explaining labour code impact to clients
If you deal with Indian payroll, this calculator saves hours of manual Excel work.
Inputs You Can Control
The calculator is flexible and practical. You can adjust:
- Monthly gross salary
- Basic + DA percentage
- Minimum wages (state-specific)
- PF ceiling applicability
- Voluntary PF amount
- Professional tax
This makes it suitable for both metro and non-metro salary structures.
What Makes This Calculator Different
Most online salary calculators:
- Ignore the new wage definition
- Do not show employer impact
- Hide PF and gratuity assumptions
- Show only take-home pay
This one is built like a real payroll sheet, with full transparency.
You see:
- Old vs new values for every component
- Clear increase or reduction indicators
- Employer cost impact, not just employee deductions
This is how salary comparisons are actually done in payroll audits and compliance reviews.
Important Notes and Disclaimer
- Calculations are based on current labour code wage principles and commonly applied statutory rates
- Final applicability depends on state rules, notifications, and implementation timelines
- This tool is meant for estimation, planning, and comparison, not legal advice
For compliance decisions, always validate with a payroll or labour law professional.
FAQ
What is the new wage definition under the new labour code?
Under the new labour codes, wages must form at least 50% of total remuneration. Any allowances exceeding this limit are added back to wages, which increases the base for PF, ESI, bonus, and gratuity calculations.
Will take-home salary reduce under the new labour code?
In many cases, yes. When wages increase under the new definition, statutory deductions such as PF and ESI are calculated on a higher amount. This can reduce monthly take-home pay even if gross salary remains unchanged.
Is PF calculated on full salary under the new labour code?
PF is calculated on wages as defined under the new labour code. Depending on whether the PF ceiling is applicable, contributions may be capped or calculated on the full wage amount.
How does the new labour code affect gratuity?
Gratuity is calculated based on wages. Since wages increase under the new labour code definition, gratuity liability also increases for employers.
Does gross salary change under the new labour code?
Gross salary may remain the same, but its structure changes. A higher wage component leads to increased statutory contributions and changes in take-home salary and overall CTC.
Is this salary calculator applicable for all states in India?
This calculator follows central labour code principles. Actual impact may vary based on state minimum wages and implementation rules. It should be used as a comparison and planning tool.
Who should use this new labour code salary calculator?
Employees, HR professionals, payroll teams, employers, and consultants who want to understand salary restructuring under the new labour code can use this calculator.