Work guide

Salary slip format

Understand the common earning and deduction fields in an Indian salary slip.

Typical salary slip fields

A salary slip normally shows employer and employee details, the pay period, earnings, deductions and net salary. Keep your slips safe for loans, visas and employment records.

Earnings

Common fields include Basic Salary, House Rent Allowance (HRA), Special Allowance, Conveyance Allowance, Medical Allowance, Bonus and Incentives. The exact structure differs by employer.

Deductions

Typical deductions can include Provident Fund (PF), Professional Tax, TDS, insurance contributions or recovery of advances. The final net salary equals total earnings minus total deductions.

Check your estimate

Use the Salary Calculator for a quick take-home estimate. For payroll questions, always check your actual payslip and employer policy.