Salary Tax Guide

Malaysia Salary Tax Guide 2026

Find out how much tax and PCB applies to each monthly salary level. Select your salary to see detailed calculations.

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Monthly Salary

RM3,000

EPF (11%):RM330
PCB:RM0
Take-home:RM2,670
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Monthly Salary

RM4,000

EPF (11%):RM440
PCB:RM22
Take-home:RM3,538
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Monthly Salary

RM5,000

EPF (11%):RM550
PCB:RM67
Take-home:RM4,383
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Monthly Salary

RM6,000

EPF (11%):RM660
PCB:RM111
Take-home:RM5,229
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Monthly Salary

RM7,000

EPF (11%):RM770
PCB:RM156
Take-home:RM6,074
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Monthly Salary

RM8,000

EPF (11%):RM880
PCB:RM200
Take-home:RM6,920
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Monthly Salary

RM10,000

EPF (11%):RM1,100
PCB:RM289
Take-home:RM8,611
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Monthly Salary

RM12,000

EPF (11%):RM1,320
PCB:RM378
Take-home:RM10,302
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Monthly Salary

RM15,000

EPF (11%):RM1,650
PCB:RM512
Take-home:RM12,838
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Monthly Salary

RM20,000

EPF (11%):RM2,200
PCB:RM734
Take-home:RM17,066
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What's Included in the Calculation?

Gross Salary

Your total salary before any deductions - this is what appears in your offer letter.

EPF/KWSP Deduction (11%)

Mandatory employee contribution to EPF. Your employer adds another 12-13%. EPF deductions can qualify for tax relief up to RM4,000.

PCB (Monthly Tax Deduction)

Estimated tax deducted by your employer each month. This will be reconciled during e-Filing - you may get a refund or need to pay additional tax.

Take-Home Pay (Net Salary)

The amount that goes into your bank account each month after all deductions.

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