Gross Pay
This is the total amount you earn before deductions. It can include salary, bonuses, overtime, or commission.
Net Pay
This is your take-home pay after tax, National Insurance, pension and any other deductions have been taken off.
National Insurance
National Insurance is separate from Income Tax. It helps build entitlement to certain state benefits, including the State Pension.
Pension Contributions
If you are in a workplace pension, this is the amount deducted from your pay to fund retirement savings. Employers often add their own contribution separately.
Things you may want to check
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Your Tax Code
Make sure the code on the payslip matches your circumstances. A wrong code can mean too much or too little tax.
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Personal Information
Check your National Insurance number and payroll ID so records line up correctly.
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Payment Period
Confirm the dates match your actual salary period or working days.
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Year to Date totals
Cumulative figures help you spot whether your annual pay and tax position are tracking normally.