Malaysia Income Tax Calculator 2026

Estimate your LHDN tax for YA 2026 with EPF relief, PCB deduction, and all personal reliefs.

Rates verified: June 2026

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馃嚥馃嚲 Your Income Details

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This is separate from the EPF deduction above. Includes life insurance premiums.
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馃搳 Your Tax Estimate

Chargeable Income
RM 44,400
After EPF & reliefs
Annual Tax Payable
RM 1,332
After any rebates
Monthly PCB
RM 111
Estimated monthly deduction
Effective Tax Rate
2.22%
Of gross salary
Take-Home Pay
RM 52,068
Annual (after EPF + tax)
RM 4,339
Monthly take-home
What this means: Your chargeable income is your gross salary after deducting your EPF contributions and all personal reliefs. LHDN uses this figure to calculate your tax using the progressive rate table.
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You can reduce your tax further by maximising reliefs like lifestyle (MYR 2,500), education (MYR 7,000), and medical (MYR 10,000). Every MYR 1,000 in extra relief saves you MYR 80-240 in tax depending on your bracket.

馃搵 Tax Bracket Breakdown

Chargeable Income Rate Tax on Band

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Disclaimer: Rates verified against LHDN guidelines for YA 2026. Results are estimates for reference only. Consult a financial advisor for personalised advice. For exact calculations, use the official LHDN e-Filing portal at hasil.gov.my. Tax rebate of MYR 400 applies for residents with chargeable income up to MYR 35,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the individual relief for Malaysia income tax in 2026?

Every Malaysian tax resident gets an automatic individual relief of MYR 9,000 on their chargeable income for YA 2026.

What is PCB in Malaysia?

PCB (Potongan Cukai Berjadual) is the monthly tax deduction from your salary. It is an estimate of your annual tax divided by 12, similar to Singapore's PAYE system.

Do I get a tax rebate if my income is below MYR 35,000?

Yes. Malaysian tax residents with a chargeable income of MYR 35,000 or below receive a tax rebate of MYR 400, which can reduce your tax payable to zero.

Is this calculator free to use?

Yes. Every calculator on AsiaCalc is completely free to use with no signup required. All calculations run in your browser, so the figures you enter are never uploaded or stored.

How accurate are the results?

The results are estimates based on published rates and the details you enter. They are intended for planning and general reference. For decisions that matter, confirm the figures with the official source or a qualified professional.

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⚠️ Financial Disclaimer: Calculations on this site are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Results are estimates based on published rates and may not reflect your individual circumstances. Always verify with official sources and consult a qualified financial advisor before making financial decisions.

Data Sources

How Malaysia Income Tax is Calculated

Malaysia uses a progressive income tax system where higher income is taxed at higher rates. Tax is calculated on chargeable income after deducting eligible reliefs. Tax rates range from 0% on income below RM5,000 to 30% on income above RM2 million for residents. Non-residents are taxed at a flat rate of 30% on all Malaysian-source income. The tax year follows the calendar year.

Key Personal Tax Reliefs

Individual relief: RM9,000. Spouse relief (if spouse has no income): RM4,000. EPF and life insurance premiums: up to RM7,000. Medical insurance: up to RM3,000. Education fees (self): up to RM7,000. Childcare fees: up to RM3,000. Reliefs reduce chargeable income and therefore the tax payable. The 2025 assessment year rates apply to income earned in calendar year 2025.

Example

A salaried employee earning RM72,000 gross annual salary with standard reliefs of RM20,000: chargeable income = RM52,000. Tax on first RM35,000 = RM900. Tax on remaining RM17,000 at 8% = RM1,360. Total tax = RM2,260. Effective tax rate = 3.1%. The marginal rate of 8% applies to the top slice of income, but the effective rate on total income is much lower due to the progressive structure and reliefs.