Take-Home Salary for ₹8 lakh CTC in India
On a ₹8 lakh CTC, your estimated monthly in-hand pay is ₹56,863 under the new tax regime for FY 2025-26. 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
₹56,863/month
The new regime saves you about ₹4,251/month vs the old regime.
Plus ₹4,000/month going into your PF (your savings, not lost).
new regime
RecommendedMonthly in-hand
₹56,863
Gross salary (annual)₹7,32,760
Standard deduction− ₹75,000
Taxable income₹6,57,760
Income tax + cess₹0
Employee PF− ₹48,000
Professional tax− ₹2,400
Net annual in-hand₹6,82,360
old regime
Monthly in-hand
₹52,612
Gross salary (annual)₹7,32,760
Standard deduction− ₹50,000
Taxable income₹6,82,760
Income tax + cess₹51,014
Employee PF− ₹48,000
Professional tax− ₹2,400
Net annual in-hand₹6,31,346
How your CTC is split
Basic₹4,00,000
HRA₹2,00,000
Special allowance₹1,32,760
Employer PF₹48,000
Gratuity₹19,240
Employer PF and gratuity are part of CTC but not paid as monthly cash.
These are estimates with default assumptions. Adjust your basic %, state, HRA, and deductions for an exact figure:
Customise in the calculator →Frequently asked questions
- What is the take-home salary for a ₹8 lakh CTC in India?
- On a ₹8 lakh CTC, the estimated monthly in-hand salary is about ₹56,863 under the new tax regime for FY 2025-26, assuming basic pay at 50% of CTC and standard PF contributions.
- How much tax do I pay on a ₹8 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 ₹8 lakh CTC?
- For a ₹8 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.