The Provident Fund Calculator helps you calculate your monthly PF contribution based on gross salary, Basic + DA, and the applicable EPF ceiling rules. It shows both employee (12%) and employer (13%) contributions, with an option to apply or remove the ₹15,000 PF wage ceiling.
Indian PF Calculator: Employee & Employer Contributions
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Gross Salary (₹)*: |
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Basic & DA (₹): |
₹
If not provided, 50% of Gross will be used
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Ceiling Limit (₹15,000):
When ON: PF capped at ₹15,000 wage | Max PF: ₹1,800 (Employee) & ₹1,950 (Employer)
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PF Calculation:
Employee PF = Wage × 12% (Max ₹1,800 with ceiling) Employer PF = Wage × 13% (Max ₹1,950 with ceiling) |
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This calculator is designed for Indian employees, HR professionals, payroll teams, and employers who want an accurate PF calculation as per current EPFO contribution rules.
What This PF Calculator Calculates
This calculator accurately computes:
- Employee PF contribution (12%)
- Employer PF contribution (13%)
- PF wage used for calculation
- Impact of ₹15,000 PF wage ceiling
- Total monthly PF contribution
- Annual PF contribution
- Difference between capped and uncapped PF
It follows the actual PF wage logic, not a simplified percentage on gross salary.
How Provident Fund Is Calculated (Logic Used)
PF Wage Determination
If Basic + DA is not provided, the calculator assumes 50% of gross salary as Basic + DA.
PF wage is calculated using the wage definition:
Basic + DA, plus anything extra above 50% of your Gross salary.PF Contribution Rates
- Employee PF: 12% of PF wage
- Employer PF: 13% of PF wage
PF Ceiling Rule
- When ceiling is ON, PF wage is capped at ₹15,000
- Max Employee PF: ₹1,800
- Max Employer PF: ₹1,950
- When ceiling is OFF, PF is calculated on actual PF wage
The calculator clearly shows whether the ceiling is applied or not.
Who Should Use This PF Calculator
This calculator is useful for:
- Private sector employees
- HR and payroll professionals
- Employers calculating statutory contributions
- Employees verifying salary slips
- Anyone comparing PF with and without ceiling
Why Use This Online PF Calculator
- Uses correct PF wage logic
- Supports ceiling ON/OFF comparison
- Shows employee and employer share separately
- Avoids common PF calculation mistakes
- Ideal for monthly and annual PF planning
Important Notes
- This calculator is based on current EPF contribution rules
- Actual PF contribution may vary based on company policy
- EPS split is not shown separately
- This tool is meant for calculation and estimation
FAQ
How is Provident Fund calculated?
Provident Fund is calculated on PF wage using 12% employee contribution and 13% employer contribution, subject to the ₹15,000 wage ceiling if applicable.
Is PF calculated on gross salary?
No, PF is calculated on PF wage, which is derived from Basic and DA, not directly on gross salary.
What is the PF ceiling limit?
The PF wage ceiling is ₹15,000 per month. When applied, employee PF is capped at ₹1,800 and employer PF at ₹1,950.
Can PF be calculated without the ceiling limit?
Yes, if the ceiling is disabled, PF is calculated on the full PF wage without any cap.
What is the difference between employee and employer PF?
Employee contributes 12% of PF wage, while the employer contributes 13% as per EPF rules.
Who can use this PF calculator?
This calculator can be used by employees, employers, HR teams, and payroll professionals in India.