How to use the Overtime Pay Calculator
- Enter your monthly wage (basic + DA).
- Enter your working days and normal hours.
- Enter the overtime hours you worked.
- See your hourly rate and overtime pay.
Overtime calculation formula
Hourly rate = Monthly wage ÷ (working days × hours per day).
Overtime pay = Hourly rate × 2 × overtime hours.
Example: ₹18,000 ÷ (26 × 8) = ₹86.54 per hour. 20 hours of overtime at 2x = ₹3,462.
What the law says
The Factories Act and the new Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code require overtime at twice the ordinary rate of wages for work beyond the normal daily or weekly hours. Overtime should be voluntary and recorded by the employer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the overtime rate in India?
Twice the ordinary rate of wages for hours worked beyond the normal limit.
Is overtime calculated on gross salary?
It is usually calculated on basic wages plus DA, not on allowances like HRA.
These tools give estimates for general guidance and are not financial or tax advice. Rates and rules can change; check official sources before making decisions.