On a salary of ₹60 lakh in FY 2026-27 (AY 2027-28), you pay ₹15,52,980 under the New regime versus ₹18,27,540 under the Old regime (standard deduction only). The New regime saves you ₹2,74,560. The Old regime becomes cheaper only if your total deductions - 80C + 80D + NPS + home-loan interest + HRA combined - exceed ₹7,69,246.
₹60 lakh salary - tax at a glance
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Gross salary | ₹60,00,000 |
| Tax - New regime (incl. cess) | ₹15,52,980 |
| Tax - Old regime, standard deduction only | ₹18,27,540 |
| Recommended regime | New (saves ₹2,74,560) |
| Break-even deduction (Old beats New above this) | ₹7,69,246 |
| Monthly in-hand (New regime) | ₹3,70,585 |
How the tax is calculated (New regime)
Taxable income after the ₹75,000 standard deduction = ₹59,25,000. It falls into these slabs:
| Slab · rate | Tax |
|---|---|
| Up to ₹4,00,000 · 0% | ₹0 |
| ₹4,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 · 5% | ₹20,000 |
| ₹8,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 · 10% | ₹40,000 |
| ₹12,00,000 – ₹16,00,000 · 15% | ₹60,000 |
| ₹16,00,000 – ₹20,00,000 · 20% | ₹80,000 |
| ₹20,00,000 – ₹24,00,000 · 25% | ₹1,00,000 |
| ₹24,00,000 – ₹59,25,000 · 30% | ₹10,57,500 |
| Tax on slabs | ₹13,57,500 |
| Surcharge | ₹1,35,750 |
| Health & Education cess (4%) | ₹59,730 |
| Total tax (New regime) | ₹15,52,980 |
Should you pick the Old or New regime at ₹60 lakh?
At this income a surcharge of 10% applies on top of the slab tax, which is why the effective rate climbs faster here. The new regime caps surcharge at 25% (the old regime can go to 37%).
Your real tax depends on your 80C, HRA, NPS and home-loan interest. Add them and compare both regimes in seconds.
Calculate your exact tax →Frequently asked questions
How much income tax on a ₹60 lakh salary in FY 2026-27?
Under the new regime you pay ₹15,52,980 on a ₹60 lakh salary (after the ₹75,000 standard deduction). Under the old regime with only the standard deduction it is ₹18,27,540.
Which tax regime is better for a ₹60 lakh salary?
The new regime, unless your total deductions exceed ₹7,69,246. Below that, the new regime is cheaper by ₹2,74,560.
What is the monthly in-hand for a ₹60 lakh salary?
About ₹3,70,585 per month under the new regime, before any employer PF or other deductions.