Uganda PAYE Calculator
Quickly estimate PAYE, NSSF contributions, and your net take-home pay. All calculations are based on Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) guidelines.
- 100% Free
- URA Compliant
- FY 2026/27 Rates
1. Enter your details
2. Your results
All amounts in UGXEnter a salary and click Calculate to see your breakdown here.
Your net take-home pay
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— of gross salary
- Gross salary
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- PAYE (Income tax)
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- Employee NSSF (5%)
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- Employer NSSF (10%)
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- Net take-home pay
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Understanding Uganda PAYE
NSSF contributions
Employee contributes 5% of chargeable pay.
Employer contributes 10% on top (not deducted from take-home).
View FY 2026/27 PAYE bands >
| Monthly income (UGX) | Rate | PAYE |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 335,000 | 0% | Nil |
| 335,001 – 410,000 | 20% | 20% on excess |
| 410,001 – 485,000 | 25% | UGX 180,000/yr + 25% on excess |
| 485,001 – 10,000,000 | 30% | UGX 405,000/yr + 30% on excess |
| Above 10,000,001 | 40% marginal | Above UGX 120M/yr + 10% on excess |
This is an estimate. Actual amounts may vary depending on other allowances, benefits, and deductions.
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