NHS Band 9 Take Home Pay Calculator 2026/27
Band 9 is the highest AfC band, covering the most senior roles. Starting salary is £115,426 for 2026/27.
Starting Salary
£115,426
Top of Band
£132,742
Starting Take Home
£5,127.80/mo
Top Take Home
£5,671.74/mo
Band 9 Take Home Pay Table 2026/27
| Step | Gross Salary | Monthly Take Home |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | £115,426 | £5,127.80 |
| Step 2 | £121,198 | £5,298.56 |
| Step 3 | £126,970 | £5,476.94 |
| Step 4 | £132,742 | £5,671.74 |
Based on standard 37.5-hour week, Rest of UK (no HCAS), with NHS pension, no student loan. Use calculator below for exact figures.
Calculate Your Exact Band 9 Take Home Pay
England 2026/27
Monthly Take Home Pay
Net Monthly Pay
£5,127.80
£1,183.34/week · £61,533.63/year
Income
Basic Pay£9,618.83
Gross Pay£9,618.83
Deductions
Income Tax-£2,928.75
National Insurance (8%)-£359.93
NHS Pension (12.5%)-£1,202.35
Standard Hourly Rate£59.19
Effective Tax Rate30.4%
Typical Band 9 Roles
Chief Executive (smaller trusts)
Executive Director
Very Senior Manager
Frequently Asked Questions — Band 9
NHS Band 9 salary starts at £115,426 and rises to £132,742 at the top of the band for 2026/27.