NHS Pay Rise Calculator 2026/27
See exactly how the 2026/27 NHS pay rise affects your take-home pay. Compares old and new salary, tax, NI, and pension contributions.
Pay Rise Details
2026/27 NHS pay award is 3.3%
Impact on Your Pay
Extra Take Home Per Month
+£53.35
+£640.19/year after tax
Estimate assumes basic rate tax, 8% NI, and 8.3% pension. Use the main calculator for precise figures.
How This Calculator Works
This calculator uses official 2026/27 Agenda for Change data, HMRC tax and NI thresholds, and NHS Pension Scheme contribution rates. Figures are estimates based on standard assumptions — your actual amounts may differ depending on your individual tax code, trust-specific policies, or other personal circumstances. Always check with your payroll department or HR for precise figures.
Last updated: March 2026 · Based on the confirmed 3.3% pay award for 2026/27
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2026/27 NHS pay rise is 3.3% for all AfC bands, confirmed on 12 February 2026.
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