4 LPA salary breakdown
| Component | New regime | Old regime |
|---|
| Basic salary (40% of CTC) | ₹1,60,000 | ₹1,60,000 |
| HRA (50% of basic, metro) | ₹80,000 | ₹80,000 |
| Employer PF | ₹19,200 | ₹19,200 |
| Gratuity (4.81% of basic) | ₹7,696 | ₹7,696 |
| Gross salary | ₹3,73,104 | ₹3,73,104 |
| Employee PF | ₹19,200 | ₹19,200 |
| Professional tax | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| Income tax + cess | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| In-hand (annual) | ₹3,51,504 | ₹3,51,504 |
| In-hand (monthly) | ₹29,292 | ₹29,292 |
Assumes 40% basic, metro HRA, PF capped at ₹1,800/month, ₹2,400 professional tax and no other deductions. Your offer letter structure may differ — use the calculator for exact numbers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the in-hand salary for 4 LPA?
For a 4 LPA CTC, in-hand salary is about ₹29,292 per month (₹3,51,504 a year) under the new regime, assuming 40% basic in a metro city. That is 87.9% of CTC.
How much tax do I pay on 4 LPA?
Zero under the new regime for FY 2026-27 — taxable income after the ₹75,000 standard deduction stays within the ₹12 lakh rebate limit. Under the old regime (no deductions) tax is ₹0.
Old or new regime for 4 LPA?
With no deductions, the new regime leaves you ₹0 more per year. The old regime only wins if your 80C, 80D, HRA and home-loan deductions are large — compare with your actual numbers in the regime calculator.
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