If you have received a job offer letter or annual appraisal increment of ₹18 Lakhs Per Annum (18 LPA CTC) in India, calculating your exact monthly bank credit is essential for budgeting and financial planning.
18 LPA Take-Home Summary (FY 2026-27):
Under the FY 2026-27 New Tax Regime, a ₹18 LPA CTC results in an estimated net monthly in-hand salary of ~₹1,26,800 per month after statutory EPF and Professional Tax deductions.
1. Itemized 18 LPA Salary Component Breakdown
Standard monthly salary slip component distribution for a ₹18 LPA package:
| Salary Component | Annual Amount (INR) | Monthly Amount (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Salary (40-50%) | ₹[math]::Round(75,000 * 12) | ₹75,000 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹[math]::Round(30,000 * 12) | ₹30,000 |
| Special Allowance | ₹[math]::Round(37,500 * 12) | ₹37,500 |
| Employee EPF Deduction (12%) | -₹[math]::Round(9,000 * 12) | -₹9,000 |
| Professional Tax (PT) | -₹[math]::Round(200 * 12) | -₹200 |
| Income Tax (TDS - New Regime) | -₹[math]::Round(6,500 * 12) | -₹6,500 |
| Net Monthly In-Hand Salary | ₹[math]::Round(1,26,800 * 12) | ₹1,26,800 / month |
2. New vs Old Tax Regime Comparison for 18 LPA CTC
Comparison of net take-home cash pay under New vs Old Tax Regime slabs for Budget FY 2026-27:
| Tax Regime | Standard Deduction | Monthly Income Tax (TDS) | Net Monthly In-Hand Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Tax Regime (Default) | ₹75,000 | ₹6,500 / mo | ₹1,26,800 / mo |
| Old Tax Regime (No Claims) | ₹50,000 | ₹14,800 / mo | ₹1,18,500 / mo |
3. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the monthly in-hand salary for a 18 LPA package in India?
For a 18 LPA CTC package under the FY 2026-27 New Tax Regime, the net monthly in-hand salary credited to your bank account is approximately ₹1,26,800 per month after standard EPF and Professional Tax deductions.
How much income tax (TDS) is deducted on 18 LPA salary?
Under the FY 2026-27 New Tax Regime, monthly tax deduction on a 18 LPA salary package is approximately ₹6,500 per month.
What is the Basic Salary allocation for a 18 LPA CTC?
A standard Indian corporate salary structure allocates 40% to 50% of CTC as Basic Salary, which comes to approximately ₹75,000 per month for a 18 LPA package.