Take-Home Salary for ₹4 lakh CTC in India

On a ₹4 lakh CTC, your estimated monthly in-hand pay is ₹28,732 under the new tax regime for FY 2026-27. Below is the full old vs new regime breakdown (assuming basic at 50% of CTC, Karnataka professional tax).

Your estimated monthly take-home under the new regime
₹28,732/month
Plus ₹1,800/month going into your PF (your savings, not lost).

new regime

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Monthly in-hand
₹28,732
Gross salary (annual)₹3,68,780
Standard deduction− ₹75,000
Taxable income₹2,93,780
Income tax + cess₹0
Employee PF− ₹21,600
Professional tax− ₹2,400
Net annual in-hand₹3,44,780

old regime

Monthly in-hand
₹28,732
Gross salary (annual)₹3,68,780
Standard deduction− ₹50,000
Taxable income₹3,16,380
Income tax + cess₹0
Employee PF− ₹21,600
Professional tax− ₹2,400
Net annual in-hand₹3,44,780
How your CTC is split
Basic₹2,00,000
HRA₹1,00,000
Special allowance₹68,780
Employer PF₹21,600
Gratuity₹9,620

Employer PF and gratuity are part of CTC but not paid as monthly cash.

How a ₹4 lakh CTC becomes ₹28,732 in hand

A ₹4 lakh CTC translates to a taxable gross of roughly ₹30,732 a month once employer PF and gratuity — which are part of your CTC but never paid as cash — are set aside. After the standard deduction, the estimated annual income tax (including 4% cess) under the new regime is ₹0, leaving about ₹3,44,780 a year, or ₹28,732 a month, after employee PF and Karnataka professional tax.

At this level both regimes leave you with a similar take-home, because the income tax is low or fully offset by the Section 87A rebate. The old regime only pulls ahead once you claim significant HRA, 80C investments, NPS, or home-loan interest. Use the calculator to plug in your actual deductions and compare your exact case.

These are estimates with default assumptions. Adjust your basic %, state, HRA, and deductions for an exact figure:

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Frequently asked questions

What is the take-home salary for a ₹4 lakh CTC in India?
On a ₹4 lakh CTC, the estimated monthly in-hand salary is about ₹28,732 under the new tax regime for FY 2026-27, assuming basic pay at 50% of CTC and standard PF contributions.
How much tax do I pay on a ₹4 lakh salary?
The estimated annual income tax (including 4% cess) is ₹0 under the new regime. The exact figure depends on your deductions and chosen regime.
Which tax regime is better for a ₹4 lakh CTC?
For a ₹4 lakh CTC with no major deductions, the new regime gives a higher take-home. If you have significant HRA, 80C, or home-loan deductions, the old regime may be better — use the calculator to compare your exact case.

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