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The 7th Pay Commission salary structure for Indian government employees includes Basic Pay, Grade Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), with deductions for Income Tax, Provident Fund (PF), and Professional Tax.
The calculator uses the standard salary formula:
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Details: Accurate salary calculation helps employees understand their take-home pay, plan finances, and verify payroll accuracy.
Tips: Enter all salary components in INR. For accurate results, use current DA rates (typically announced quarterly) and correct HRA percentages based on city classification (X, Y, or Z).
Q1: What's the difference between Basic Pay and Grade Pay?
A: Basic Pay is the fixed component, while Grade Pay is additional pay based on the employee's level in the hierarchy.
Q2: How is DA calculated?
A: DA is a percentage of Basic Pay, revised quarterly based on Consumer Price Index.
Q3: What are the HRA percentages?
A: Typically 24% for X cities, 16% for Y cities, and 8% for Z cities, but may vary.
Q4: Is PF calculated on gross salary?
A: No, PF is 12% of (Basic Pay + DA), with matching contribution from employer.
Q5: Are there other deductions not included here?
A: Yes, some employees may have additional deductions like insurance premiums or loan recoveries.