Salary calculators, compliance calendars, policy templates, industry guides, comparison tools, and glossary — all free, forever.
Instant, accurate calculations for Indian employees and HR teams — updated for FY 2026–27.
CoreHRx handles payroll, attendance, and compliance automatically — starting ₹49/employee/month.
Calculate employee & employer Provident Fund contributions, EPS, EDLI, and EPF account balance — instantly.
CoreHRx auto-generates ECR files and pays challans on time. Zero errors.
Calculate exact monthly TDS deduction under New Tax Regime and Old Tax Regime. Includes all deductions, rebates, and cess.
| Income Range | New Regime Rate | Old Regime Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹4,00,000 | Nil | Nil |
| ₹4L – ₹8L | 5% | 5% (₹2.5L–₹5L) |
| ₹8L – ₹12L | 10% | 20% (₹5L–₹10L) |
| ₹12L – ₹16L | 15% | 30% (above ₹10L) |
| ₹16L – ₹20L | 20% | 30% |
| ₹20L – ₹24L | 25% | 30% |
| Above ₹24L | 30% | 30% |
| 87A Rebate: Zero tax up to ₹12L (New) / ₹5L (Old) taxable income | ||
Calculate how much HRA is tax-exempt based on your salary, rent paid, and city. Reduce your income tax legally.
Calculate your gratuity entitlement as per the Payment of Gratuity Act 1972. Find out how much you'll receive on retirement or resignation.
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum service required | 5 years (continuous) |
| Formula (covered employees) | 15/26 × Last Basic × Years |
| Tax exemption limit | ₹20 Lakh |
| Payable on | Resignation, retirement, death, disability |
| Death / disability | No 5-year requirement |
Check ESI applicability and calculate employee & employer contribution for ESIC compliance.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Wage threshold | ₹21,000/month gross |
| Employee contribution | 0.75% of gross |
| Employer contribution | 3.25% of gross |
| Applicable for | Companies with 10+ employees |
| Benefits include | Medical, maternity, disability, death |
| Due date | 15th of following month |
Calculate overtime pay as per the Factories Act 1948 and other Indian labour laws — for manufacturing, shops, and commercial establishments.
Calculate notice period buyout amount — for employees leaving before notice period ends or employers letting go early.
An honest, side-by-side comparison of CoreHRx and greytHR for Indian SMEs — features, pricing, ease of use, and who should use which.
See why 1,000+ companies chose CoreHRx over greytHR.
Keka is a premium HRMS for mid-to-large companies. CoreHRx is built for growing Indian SMEs at a fraction of the cost. Here's the full comparison.
CoreHRx does everything you need — without the enterprise price tag.
Top 5 HR software platforms for Indian businesses — ranked by price, features, mobile app quality, ease of setup, and SME suitability.
| Platform | Best For | Price | AI Attend. | GPS | Setup | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoreHRx ⭐ | 20–500 emp | ₹49/emp/mo | ✓ | ✓ | 30 min | 4.9★ |
| greytHR | 100–1000 | ₹995/mo | ✗ | Add-on | 2–5 days | 4.2★ |
| Keka | 200+ | ₹6,999/mo | ✗ | ✗ | 1–2 wks | 4.1★ |
| Darwinbox | 500+ | Custom | Basic | Basic | Months | 4.0★ |
| Zoho People | Any | ₹48/emp/mo | ✗ | ✗ | 1–3 days | 4.0★ |
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Manage shift workers, track field attendance, automate payroll compliance — all built for Indian manufacturing units.
500+ manufacturing units trust CoreHRx for attendance and payroll.
Live GPS tracking, idle alerts, route audits, and delivery team management — built for Indian logistics companies.
CoreHRx GPS tracking built for Indian logistics teams.
Doctor & staff scheduling, duty rosters, compliance, and payroll — built for Indian hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centres.
Dozens of Indian hospitals & clinics trust CoreHRx.
Multi-location attendance, sales rep tracking, and payroll compliance for Indian retail chains and distribution companies.
One platform for all locations.
WFH tracking, project-based attendance, flexible payroll, and people analytics — built for Indian tech companies.
Get enterprise-grade HR from day one — attendance, payroll, compliance, and hiring — at startup-friendly pricing.
Join 300+ Indian startups on CoreHRx.
Every PF challan payment and ECR filing deadline for FY 2026–27 — bookmark this page and never miss a PF due date.
CoreHRx auto-generates PF challans and sends deadline reminders.
Complete ESI challan payment schedule and return filing dates for FY 2026–27.
| Month | Due Date | Activity | Form | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | 15 Jan | ESI Challan (Dec wages) | Challan via ESIC portal | 12% interest |
| April 2026 | 15 Apr | ESI Challan (Mar wages) | Monthly challan | 12% interest |
| May 2026 | 11 May | ESI Return (Oct–Mar half-year) | Form 5 | ₹5,000 fine |
| July 2026 | 15 Jul | ESI Challan (Jun wages) | Monthly challan | 12% interest |
| November 2026 | 11 Nov | ESI Return (Apr–Sep half-year) | Form 5 | ₹5,000 fine |
All TDS deduction, challan payment, and return filing deadlines for FY 2026–27.
| Activity | Due Date | Form | For Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly TDS Challan | 7th of next month | Challan 281 | Monthly |
| Q1 TDS Return (Apr–Jun) | 31 July 2026 | Form 24Q | Q1 FY27 |
| Q2 TDS Return (Jul–Sep) | 31 Oct 2026 | Form 24Q | Q2 FY27 |
| Q3 TDS Return (Oct–Dec) | 31 Jan 2027 | Form 24Q | Q3 FY27 |
| Q4 TDS Return (Jan–Mar) | 31 May 2027 | Form 24Q | Q4 FY27 |
| Form 16 Issue to Employees | 15 June 2027 | Form 16 | Full FY |
| Late filing penalty | — | Sec 234E | ₹200/day per return |
Current minimum wage rates for all major Indian states — updated for 2026. Unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled, and highly-skilled categories.
| State | Unskilled/day | Semi-skilled/day | Skilled/day | Monthly (Unskilled) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹793 | ₹875 | ₹962 | ₹20,618 |
| Maharashtra | ₹528 | ₹579 | ₹638 | ₹13,728 |
| Karnataka | ₹578 | ₹628 | ₹695 | ₹15,028 |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹451 | ₹483 | ₹524 | ₹11,726 |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹496 | ₹547 | ₹607 | ₹12,896 |
| Gujarat | ₹419 | ₹463 | ₹527 | ₹10,894 |
| Rajasthan | ₹366 | ₹397 | ₹432 | ₹9,516 |
| West Bengal | ₹422 | ₹471 | ₹527 | ₹10,972 |
Every HR, payroll, and compliance term explained in plain English — with formulas, examples, and Indian context.
Professional, India-compliant HR templates — offer letters, payslips, policies, warning letters, and more. Free to download and use.
CoreHRx generates offer letters, payslips, and relieving letters in one click.
Industry-wise and role-wise salary benchmarks for Indian professionals — updated Q1 2026.
| Industry | Entry Level (0–3 yrs) | Mid Level (3–7 yrs) | Senior (7+ yrs) | Growth 2025→2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT & Software | ₹4.5L–7L | ₹10L–18L | ₹20L–40L+ | +15% |
| Banking & Finance | ₹3.5L–6L | ₹8L–15L | ₹18L–35L | +10% |
| Manufacturing | ₹2.5L–4L | ₹5L–9L | ₹10L–18L | +7% |
| Healthcare | ₹3L–5L | ₹6L–12L | ₹15L–25L | +12% |
| Logistics | ₹2.2L–3.5L | ₹4L–7L | ₹8L–14L | +6% |
| Retail | ₹2L–3.5L | ₹4L–7L | ₹8L–15L | +8% |
| Education | ₹2.5L–4L | ₹5L–9L | ₹10L–18L | +9% |
| Pharma | ₹3L–5L | ₹7L–13L | ₹15L–28L | +11% |
Industry-wise employee attrition and turnover statistics for India — and what HR teams can do to reduce it.
| Industry | Attrition Rate 2026 | Primary Reason | Avg Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT & Software | 35–45% | Better offers / startup culture | 1.5–2 yrs |
| BPO / ITES | 40–55% | Shift work / low pay | 8–14 months |
| Manufacturing | 25–35% | Wages / working conditions | 2–3 yrs |
| Logistics | 30–40% | Physical demands / pay | 1–2 yrs |
| Healthcare | 20–28% | Burnout / workload | 2–4 yrs |
| Retail | 35–50% | Weekend work / low pay | 1 yr |
| Banking | 12–18% | Career growth | 4–6 yrs |
| Education | 10–15% | Management issues | 5+ yrs |
Connect CoreHRx with your existing tools — accounting software, communication platforms, and business systems.
API access available on all paid plans. Custom integrations on request.
India's most trusted HRMS for Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, and Faridabad businesses — attendance, payroll, and compliance, starting ₹49/employee/month.
| Compliance Item | Delhi NCR Rule |
|---|---|
| Professional Tax | ₹0 — Delhi has NO Professional Tax |
| Minimum Wage (Unskilled) | ₹793/day (revised quarterly) |
| HRA Exemption Category | Metro — 50% of Basic Salary |
| Shops & Establishments Act | Delhi Shops & Establishments Act 1954 |
| Working Hours (Shops) | Max 9 hours/day, 48 hours/week |
| Overtime Rate | Double rate as per Factories Act |
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Mumbai's growing businesses trust CoreHRx for payroll, attendance, and compliance — including Professional Tax and Maharashtra labour laws.
| Item | Maharashtra / Mumbai Rule |
|---|---|
| Professional Tax | ₹200/month (₹2,400/year) |
| HRA Category | Metro — 50% of Basic |
| Minimum Wage | ₹528/day (unskilled) |
| Key Labour Act | Maharashtra Shops & Establishments Act |
CoreHRx is headquartered in Sector 63, Noida — your local HR partner for Noida, Greater Noida, and the UP region.
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