Salary Hike Calculator
Calculate your new CTC after a salary hike. See monthly difference and real increase adjusted for inflation.
Your 20% hike with 6% inflation gives a real increase of 13.21%. In real terms, your annual increase is ₹79,245.
Hike Comparison
| Hike % | New CTC | Real Hike |
|---|---|---|
| 5% | ₹6,30,000 | -0.9% |
| 10% | ₹6,60,000 | 3.8% |
| 15% | ₹6,90,000 | 8.5% |
| 20% | ₹7,20,000 | 13.2% |
| 25% | ₹7,50,000 | 17.9% |
| 30% | ₹7,80,000 | 22.6% |
| 40% | ₹8,40,000 | 32.1% |
| 50% | ₹9,00,000 | 41.5% |
Understanding Salary Hikes
A salary hike is the percentage increase in your CTC (Cost to Company) during an appraisal cycle. While the nominal percentage looks attractive, it is important to evaluate the real increase after accounting for inflation.
What is a Good Hike?
In India, the average hike ranges from 8-15% for same-company increments. Job switches often command 30-50% or more. A hike below the inflation rate means your purchasing power is actually decreasing.
CTC vs In-Hand Salary
CTC includes all components like basic salary, HRA, PF, gratuity, and insurance. Your in-hand salary (take-home) is typically 60-75% of CTC after deductions for PF, tax, and other components.