NHS Take-Home Pay Calculator — By Pay Band

Question 1

How are NHS pension contributions calculated?

Accepted Answer

The 2015 NHS Pension Scheme uses tiered contribution rates based on your pensionable pay. Rates range from 5.2% to 12.5%. Your tier is set by which salary band you fall into.

Question 2

Which NHS pay bands does this cover?

Accepted Answer

All Agenda for Change bands, from Band 2 through Band 9. Select your band and the calculator sets your gross pay automatically.

Question 3

Does this include student loan deductions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Select your plan (1, 2, 4, or 5) and the repayment is deducted alongside tax, NI, and pension.

Question 4

Is this an official NHS app?

Accepted Answer

No. Casomo is not affiliated with the NHS, NHSBSA, or any NHS trust. It uses publicly available pay band and pension tier data.