1. What is Salary Increase Percentage?

The salary increase percentage measures how much your salary has grown compared to your previous salary. It's a key metric for evaluating career growth, negotiating raises, and financial planning in the Indian job market.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the percentage increase formula:

Where:

• New Salary — Current or offered salary amount (INR)
• Old Salary — Previous salary amount (INR)

Explanation: The formula calculates the relative difference between your new and old salary as a percentage of your old salary.

3. Importance of Salary Increase Calculation

Details: Understanding your salary increase helps in evaluating job offers, assessing career growth, financial planning, and negotiating better compensation in the Indian employment context.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter both old and new salary amounts in Indian Rupees (INR). The calculator will show the percentage increase between the two amounts.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's considered a good salary increase in India?
A: Typically, 10-15% is standard for annual increments, while 20-30% or more is considered good when switching jobs.

Q2: Should I consider inflation when evaluating salary increases?
A: Yes, ideally your salary increase should be higher than inflation (typically 5-7% in India) for real income growth.

Q3: How does this differ from CTC to take-home increase?
A: This calculates gross increase. For net increase, consider deductions like taxes, PF, etc. which vary based on salary structure.

Q4: What if my salary decreased?
A: The calculator will show a negative percentage, indicating a salary reduction.

Q5: How often should I calculate my salary increase?
A: Annually to track career progress, or whenever considering a job change or promotion.