Salary Calculator for Kolkata — CTC to In-Hand 2025
For ₹8.00 L CTC in West Bengal (metro city):
Pre-filled for Kolkata (West Bengal). Adjust sliders to match your actual CTC and deduction preferences.
Metro = Delhi / Mumbai / Chennai / Kolkata
Tax calculated under new regime (FY 2025-26). Actual figures may vary based on other deductions and employer structure.
Monthly In-Hand
₹60,067
₹7.21 L / year · 90% of CTC
Monthly Breakdown
Monthly In-Hand
₹60,067
₹7.21 L / year · 90% of CTC
Salary Calculator for Kolkata — What to Know
Kolkata is the most affordable metro city for salaried employees. West Bengal professional tax is ₹200/month. Despite metro classification (50% HRA exemption under old regime), Kolkata's significantly lower rent means a higher percentage of in-hand salary is available for savings.
Professional Tax in West Bengal
₹200/month (West Bengal). West Bengal PT is ₹2,400/year for salaries above ₹10,000/month.
Cost of Living Context
Average 1BHK rent in Kolkata: ₹8,000–₹18,000/month — the most affordable among Indian metros. Factor this into your savings planning alongside your in-hand salary. Employees in Kolkata should budget rent as a fixed monthly expense before calculating investable surplus from their take-home.
Salary Benchmarks in Kolkata
BFSI, manufacturing, jute, tea, and IT (growing). Typical salary range: ₹6–12 LPA across sectors — lower than other metros. The calculator is pre-filled with a representative CTC for this city — adjust to your exact package.