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UK Income Tax Calculator 2026/27 — How Much Will You Pay?
Find out exactly how much income tax you will pay in 2026/27. Our UK income tax calculator covers all bands, personal allowance, National Insurance and take-home pay for employed and self-employed workers.
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Chandraketu Tripathi
Finance Editor, Kaeltripton
Published22 Mar 2026
Last reviewed27 Apr 2026
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UK Income Tax Calculator. 2026/27 Tax Year.
Calculate your take-home pay after income tax and National Insurance. Updated for 2026/27.
Understanding how much income tax and National Insurance you pay is essential for budgeting and salary negotiation. This calculator uses the official 2026/27 UK tax bands to give you an accurate take-home pay breakdown.
UK income tax bands 2026/27
Personal allowance: £12,570 — 0%
Basic rate: £12,571–£50,270 — 20%
Higher rate: £50,271–£125,140 — 40%
Additional rate: over £125,140 — 45%
National Insurance 2026/27
8% on earnings £12,570–£50,270
2% on earnings above £50,270
The personal allowance tapers by £1 for every £2 earned above £100,000, eliminated above £125,140.
Frequently asked questions
Is this updated for 2026/27?+
Yes — all tax bands, personal allowance and NI rates reflect 2026/27 (figures frozen until April 2031).
Does it include National Insurance?+
Yes — Class 1 employee NI contributions are included.
Does it apply to Scotland?+
No — Scotland has different bands. This covers England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
What about pension contributions?+
Enter your salary after pension deductions for a more accurate figure.
Where can I learn more about UK tax?+
Visit HMRC's official website at gov.uk for full details.
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Chandraketu Tripathi
Finance Editor · Kaeltripton.com
Chandraketu (CK) Tripathi, founder and lead editor of Kael Tripton. 22 years in finance and marketing across 23 markets. Writes on UK personal finance, tax, mortgages, insurance, energy, and investing. Sources: HMRC, FCA, Ofgem, BoE, ONS.
