What is a good salary hike in India?

Annual increments average 8–10%. Job switches typically fetch 20–40%. Compare against inflation of roughly 5–6%.

Is a 30% hike on CTC the same as 30% in-hand?

Not always. Check how much of the new CTC is variable pay or employer contributions using the CTC to in-hand calculator.

Got an increment letter or a new offer? Work out what the percentage means in rupees, or what percentage a new number represents.

New salary

₹9,20,000

New salary = Old × (1 + Hike% ÷ 100). Hike% = (New − Old) ÷ Old × 100.

₹8 lakh with a 15% hike becomes ₹9.2 lakh, an increase of ₹1.2 lakh a year or ₹10,000 a month before tax.

What is a good salary hike in India?: Annual increments average 8–10%. Job switches typically fetch 20–40%. Compare against inflation of roughly 5–6%.
Is a 30% hike on CTC the same as 30% in-hand?: Not always. Check how much of the new CTC is variable pay or employer contributions using the CTC to in-hand calculator.

Last reviewed 2026-10-31. Results are estimates for information only and do not constitute financial, tax or legal advice.