Pension Contribution Calculator
Calculate employer and employee pension contributions
Calculate Pension Contributions
See how much you and your employer contribute to your workplace pension
Total Into Pension
£2775.00
Includes all contributions
Your Net Cost
£1200.00
After tax relief
Tax Relief
£375.00
Government contribution
Contribution Breakdown
You Contribute£1500.00
Tax Relief+£375.00
Employer Contributes+£900.00
Total Into Pension£2775.00
Your Real Cost
You pay from salary£1500.00
Government adds (tax relief)-£375.00
Your actual cost£1200.00
For every £1200.00 you pay, £2775.00 goes into your pension. That's 231% more than you put in!
How to Use This Calculator
1
Enter your gross annual salary2
Select your pension contribution type (check your payslip or ask HR)3
Enter your employee contribution percentage (typically 5%)1
Enter your gross annual salary2
Select your pension contribution type (check your payslip or ask HR)3
Enter your employee contribution percentage (typically 5%)4
Enter your employer contribution percentage (typically 3%)5
View how much goes into your pension and what it costs you💡 Tip:The calculator shows the total going into your pension including tax relief, and what it actually costs you from your take-home pay.