EPF Calculator Malaysia 2026

Free EPF calculator for Malaysia. Estimate your employee and employer KWSP contributions, total monthly EPF, and annual retirement savings from your salary.

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Monthly Salary (RM)
RM

Your gross monthly income before EPF deductions.

Your Details Employee type, age and EPF rate
Age can affect employee and employer EPF rates.
Use auto for the normal statutory estimate.
Used to estimate projected EPF savings before age 55.

This calculator estimates EPF/KWSP contributions for planning. Employer contribution is automatically adjusted based on salary and employee profile.

EPF Rate Summary 2026

Use this quick summary to understand the main EPF/KWSP rates before using the calculator. Actual payroll may still depend on KWSP's latest contribution schedule and the employee's exact category.

Malaysian Below 60 11% Employee Employer: 13% up to RM5,000, 12% above RM5,000
Malaysian Age 60+ 0% Employee Employer: commonly 4%
Non-Malaysian Employee 2% Employee Employer: generally 2% from October 2025 wages
Higher Employee Rate Optional Use custom rate only when allowed or requested

Source: KWSP mandatory contribution guidance and KWSP non-Malaysian employee guidance.

What Is an EPF Calculator in Malaysia?

An EPF Calculator Malaysia is an online tool that helps employees and employers estimate monthly and annual EPF/KWSP contributions based on salary, age, employee category, and contribution rate.

Best for employees checking salary deductions and employers estimating payroll cost.

For employees, it shows how much EPF is deducted from gross monthly salary. This helps employees understand their salary after EPF deduction and estimate their yearly retirement savings.

For employers, it helps estimate the employer EPF contribution paid on top of the employee's salary. This is useful for payroll planning, hiring cost calculation, and total employment cost estimation.

Calculator Outputs

What You Can Estimate

Employee EPF Monthly salary deduction
Employer EPF Payroll contribution cost
Total EPF Combined monthly contribution
Annual Savings Employee and employer totals
Salary After EPF Gross salary minus EPF
Retirement Projection Estimated savings growth to age 55
Example

RM5,000 Monthly Salary

Monthly Salary RM5,000
Employee EPF 11% RM550
Employer EPF 13% RM650
Total Monthly EPF RM1,200
Total monthly EPF contribution: RM1,200

EPF rates may vary by age, employee category, citizenship, and KWSP rules.

How to Use the EPF Calculator Malaysia

Use the EPF calculator to estimate monthly KWSP deductions, employer contributions, annual savings, and long-term retirement projection from one salary input. The calculator is designed for quick planning, payslip checking, and employer payroll cost estimation.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step What to Enter Why It Matters
1 Enter monthly salary Base for EPF
2 Select employee type Applies category rate
3 Choose age group and EPF rate Adjusts deductions
4 Enter current age Projects to age 55
5 Review monthly or annual results Compare savings

What the Result Shows

The result card shows employee EPF, employer EPF, total EPF, estimated SOCSO and EIS amounts, annual EPF savings, and a retirement savings projection using the current age field.

Use the Monthly and Annual buttons to switch the breakdown view. The Print / Save PDF button can save only the result section for personal records or payroll discussion.

EPF Calculation Example: RM10,000 Monthly Salary

Here is a simple EPF/KWSP contribution example for a Malaysian employee below 60 years old earning RM10,000 per month. This example uses an employee EPF rate of 11% and an employer EPF rate of 12%, which is commonly used for monthly wages above RM5,000.

For official payroll, employers should refer to KWSP's Third Schedule and current contribution guidance because official contribution amounts may follow wage ranges and rounding rules.

Monthly Gross Salary RM10,000.00
Total Monthly EPF RM2,300.00
Salary After Employee EPF RM8,900.00

Monthly EPF Contribution Breakdown

EPF Item Calculation Amount
Gross Monthly Salary Fixed Monthly Salary RM10,000.00
Employee EPF Contribution 11% Of RM10,000 RM1,100.00
Employer EPF Contribution 12% Of RM10,000 RM1,200.00
Total Monthly EPF Contribution Employee EPF + Employer EPF RM2,300.00

Annual EPF Contribution Estimate

Annual Item Calculation Amount
Annual Gross Salary RM10,000 x 12 Months RM120,000.00
Annual Employee EPF RM1,100 x 12 Months RM13,200.00
Annual Employer EPF RM1,200 x 12 Months RM14,400.00
Total Annual EPF Contribution RM2,300 x 12 Months RM27,600.00
Employee Monthly Deduction RM1,100.00

This is deducted from the employee's gross salary.

Employer Monthly Contribution RM1,200.00

This is paid by the employer on top of salary.

Estimated Salary After EPF RM8,900.00

This is before SOCSO, EIS, PCB, and other deductions.

Source: KWSP mandatory contribution guidance. This example is for planning only and should not replace official payroll calculation.

Common Salary EPF Breakdown 2026

Use this table to compare how EPF contributions change as monthly salary increases. The estimates are based on Malaysian citizens below 60 using the standard 11% employee contribution rate, with the employer rate adjusted by salary level.

Monthly Salary Employee (11%) Employer Total Monthly Total Annual
RM1,500 RM165 RM195 (13%) RM360 RM4,320
RM2,000 RM220 RM260 (13%) RM480 RM5,760
RM2,500 RM275 RM325 (13%) RM600 RM7,200
RM3,000 RM330 RM390 (13%) RM720 RM8,640
RM4,000 RM440 RM520 (13%) RM960 RM11,520
RM5,000 RM550 RM650 (13%) RM1,200 RM14,400
RM6,000 RM660 RM720 (12%) RM1,380 RM16,560
RM7,000 RM770 RM840 (12%) RM1,610 RM19,320
RM8,000 RM880 RM960 (12%) RM1,840 RM22,080
RM10,000 RM1,100 RM1,200 (12%) RM2,300 RM27,600
RM12,000 RM1,320 RM1,440 (12%) RM2,760 RM33,120
RM15,000 RM1,650 RM1,800 (12%) RM3,450 RM41,400
RM20,000 RM2,200 RM2,400 (12%) RM4,600 RM55,200

Note: Employer rate is 13% for salaries of RM5,000 or less, and 12% for salaries above RM5,000. These figures apply to Malaysian citizens under 60 at the standard 11% employee rate. Use the calculator above for your exact personal breakdown.

EPF Third Schedule and Rounding Rules

Simple percentage math is useful for planning, but official EPF payroll calculations may follow KWSP's Third Schedule. This is why a calculator estimate can sometimes differ slightly from the amount shown in an employer payroll system.

KWSP states that employers should remit contributions based on the applicable Third Schedule. For many wage ranges, official contribution amounts may use scheduled values and rounding rules rather than a plain percentage calculation.

Why Your Payroll Amount May Differ

Reason What It Means User Impact
Third Schedule Official wage range table may apply Payroll may round differently
Salary Amount Some salary ranges use scheduled values Small differences possible
Employee Category Rates vary by age, citizenship, and status Select profile carefully

Best Way to Use This Calculator

Use the calculator for salary planning, offer comparison, savings estimates, and quick EPF checks. For payroll filing, employers should confirm the final contribution amount using the latest KWSP contribution schedule.

This matters especially when salary is close to a wage-range threshold, when an employee is age 60 or above, or when the employee is a permanent resident or non-Malaysian citizen.

Source: KWSP Third Schedule and mandatory contribution guidance. This calculator is for planning and should not replace official payroll submission checks.

EPF for Salaries Above RM5,000

For most Malaysian employees below 60 years old, the employee EPF/KWSP contribution rate usually stays at 11%. The employer EPF rate is the part that changes based on the employee's monthly salary level.

In many payroll estimates, the employer contribution rate is usually 13% for monthly wages of RM5,000 and below, and 12% for monthly wages above RM5,000. This is important because many employees assume the employer EPF rate is always 13%, but that is not the case for higher salaries.

Employer EPF Rate Comparison

Monthly Salary Common Employer Rate Example
RM5,000 And Below 13% RM5,000 x 13% = RM650
Above RM5,000 12% RM10,000 x 12% = RM1,200

Why This Matters

If you are comparing salary packages, the employer EPF rate affects the total employment cost but does not reduce your take-home salary. Your employee EPF is deducted from your gross salary, while employer EPF is paid separately by the employer.

For example, a RM10,000 monthly salary may still use an 11% employee EPF deduction, but the employer contribution is commonly estimated at 12% because the salary is above RM5,000.

Source: KWSP employer mandatory contribution guidance. Always confirm official payroll amounts with the latest KWSP schedule.

EPF for Employees Age 60 and Above

Age is an important setting in an EPF calculator because KWSP contribution rates can change when an employee reaches 60 years old. For Malaysian employees age 60 and above, KWSP commonly lists the employee contribution as 0% and the employer contribution as 4%.

This means a Malaysian employee age 60 or above may not have employee EPF deducted from salary by default, while the employer may still contribute 4% on top of the employee's salary. However, different rates may apply for permanent residents and certain non-Malaysian employees, so the employee category should always be checked.

Age 60 and Above Example

EPF Item Calculation Amount
Monthly Salary Fixed Monthly Salary RM5,000.00
Employee EPF 0% Of RM5,000 RM0.00
Employer EPF 4% Of RM5,000 RM200.00
Total Monthly EPF Employee EPF + Employer EPF RM200.00

Use the Correct Employee Category

When estimating EPF for older employees, do not rely on salary alone. The employee's age, citizenship or residency status, and contribution category may affect the EPF rate used in payroll.

For official payroll, employers should refer to KWSP's latest contribution schedule instead of using a fixed percentage for every employee.

Source: KWSP member mandatory contribution guidance. This section is for general estimation only.

EPF for Foreign Workers in Malaysia

Foreign workers in Malaysia may also be required to contribute to EPF/KWSP, depending on their employee category, work status, and EPF membership history. From October 2025 wages, EPF announced that mandatory contributions for non-Malaysian citizen employees take effect, with both the employee and employer generally required to contribute 2% of monthly wages.

For a salary calculator, this means foreign workers should not always be calculated using the same EPF rates as Malaysian citizens. A useful EPF calculator should include an employee category option such as Malaysian citizen, permanent resident, or non-Malaysian employee.

Foreign Worker Salary RM5,000.00
Employee EPF Rate 2%
Employer EPF Rate 2%

Example: Foreign Worker EPF Calculation

EPF Item Calculation Amount
Monthly Salary Fixed Monthly Salary RM5,000.00
Employee EPF RM5,000 x 2% RM100.00
Employer EPF RM5,000 x 2% RM100.00
Total Monthly EPF RM100 + RM100 RM200.00
Total Annual EPF RM200 x 12 Months RM2,400.00

What This Means for Payroll

In this example, RM100 is deducted from the employee's monthly salary, while the employer contributes another RM100 on top of the salary. The combined monthly EPF contribution is RM200.

EPF rules for foreign workers may depend on employee category, work pass status, residency status, registration date, and future government updates. Permanent residents and non-Malaysian employees who became EPF members before 1 August 1998 may use different rates from newer non-Malaysian EPF members.

Source: KWSP guidance for non-Malaysian citizen employees and KWSP Third Schedule contribution guidance. Employers should always check the latest KWSP contribution schedule before processing payroll.

When Are EPF Contributions Paid?

EPF contributions are usually handled monthly by the employer. The employer deducts the employee's EPF share from salary, adds the employer's share, and remits both portions to KWSP for the relevant contribution month.

KWSP guidance states that employers must pay EPF contributions for a particular month's wages on or before the 15th day of the following month. For example, salary for October wages is normally paid as the November contribution month and should be submitted by 15 November.

Monthly EPF Payment Timeline

Payroll Item Example Deadline
Salary Month October 2025 wages Employee salary cycle
Contribution Month November 2025 EPF reporting month
Payment Due On or before 15 November 2025 Submit to KWSP

Why the Deadline Matters

Timely EPF payment helps employees receive their retirement savings credit and helps employers stay compliant. Late or incorrect contributions may create payroll reconciliation issues and should be checked against KWSP requirements.

Employees can use the calculator to estimate what should appear in their payslip, while employers should use official KWSP channels for final submission.

Source: KWSP contribution timing guidance. Always confirm current payment deadlines with KWSP for official payroll.

Tips for Accurate EPF Calculation

EPF estimates are most useful when the inputs match the employee's real payroll profile. Before relying on any EPF result, check the salary amount, employee category, age group, and selected contribution rate.

Input Checklist

Input What to Check Why
Monthly Salary Use gross salary before EPF Base calculation
Employee Type Citizen, PR, or non-Malaysian Rate can change
Age Group Below 60 or 60 and above Age affects rates
EPF Rate Auto or custom employee rate Changes deduction
Official Payroll Check KWSP Third Schedule Final verification

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Do not use net salary as the input. EPF should be estimated from gross monthly wages before deductions. Also avoid assuming the employer rate is always 13%, because the employer rate commonly changes to 12% for salaries above RM5,000.

If the employee is age 60 or above, a permanent resident, a non-Malaysian employee, or contributing above the standard rate, use the correct profile settings and confirm official treatment with KWSP or payroll support.

Where Your EPF Money Goes: Akaun 1, 2 and 3

Since the KWSP account restructuring in May 2024, every new contribution is split across three accounts. The calculator above shows your total monthly contribution; this is how KWSP divides it.

Account Share Purpose
Akaun Persaraan (formerly Account 1) 75% Long-term retirement savings, withdrawable at 55
Akaun Sejahtera (formerly Account 2) 15% Housing, education, medical and pre-retirement needs
Akaun Fleksibel (Account 3) 10% Short-term needs, withdrawable any time subject to conditions

On a RM5,000 salary the total monthly contribution is RM1,200, so roughly RM900 goes to Akaun Persaraan, RM180 to Akaun Sejahtera and RM120 to Akaun Fleksibel. Balances held in the old Account 1 and Account 2 stayed where they were; Akaun Fleksibel started from zero.

EPF for Company Directors

Company directors employed under a contract of service are treated like any other employee for EPF purposes. The same 11% employee and 12% or 13% employer rates apply, and there is no upper salary ceiling on EPF contributions.

This matters most at higher pay. Unlike SOCSO and EIS, which stop increasing above the RM6,000 wage ceiling, EPF keeps scaling with salary. A director on RM20,000 a month contributes RM2,200 as the employee share, with RM2,400 from the company, for RM4,600 in total every month.

Voluntary Contributions and the RM100,000 Annual Limit

Beyond the statutory deduction from salary, you can top up your EPF voluntarily. The maximum is RM100,000 per year in total, and that ceiling is shared across every voluntary scheme rather than applying to each one separately.

Scheme Who it is for Note
i-Simpan Anyone topping up their own savings Counts toward the RM100,000 annual cap
i-Saraan Self-employed, gig workers, no fixed income Government incentive of 20% up to RM500 a year
i-Suri Housewives and homemakers Incentive scheme with its own conditions
Akaun Persaraan top-up Topping up a spouse, parent or your own account Also draws on the same RM100,000 cap

Because the cap is an aggregate, contributing RM20,000 through i-Simpan and RM2,500 through i-Saraan leaves RM77,500 of room for the rest of the year. The i-Saraan incentive is capped at RM500 a year and a lifetime total of RM5,000, or until you turn 60.

How Long to Reach RM1 Million in EPF

A common planning question is how long steady contributions take to build a seven-figure balance. The estimates below assume contributions continue unchanged and EPF pays a 5.5% average annual dividend, starting from a zero balance.

Monthly Salary Total Monthly EPF Years to RM1 Million
RM3,000 RM720 About 37 years
RM5,000 RM1,200 About 28 years
RM8,000 RM1,840 About 23 years
RM12,000 RM2,760 About 18 years
RM20,000 RM4,600 About 13 years

Two things shorten these timelines considerably: salary growth, since contributions rise with every increment, and an existing balance, because dividends compound on what is already there. Use the projection in the calculator above with your real age to see a figure based on your own situation.

Frequently Asked Questions About EPF

What is an EPF calculator in Malaysia?

An EPF calculator in Malaysia is an online tool that estimates employee and employer EPF/KWSP contributions based on salary, age, employee category, and contribution rate. It helps employees understand salary deductions and helps employers estimate payroll contribution cost.

How do I calculate EPF contribution in Malaysia?

To calculate EPF, multiply monthly salary by the applicable employee and employer EPF rates. For example, if salary is RM5,000, employee EPF at 11% is RM550 and employer EPF at 13% is RM650.

Total EPF = Employee EPF + Employer EPF
What is the EPF employee contribution rate in 2026?

For most Malaysian employees below 60 years old, the standard employee EPF rate is 11%. Different rates may apply for employees age 60 and above, permanent residents, certain non-Malaysian employees, or employees who choose a different contribution option where allowed.

What is the EPF employer contribution rate in 2026?

For most Malaysian employees below 60, the employer EPF rate is commonly 13% for monthly wages of RM5,000 and below, and 12% for monthly wages above RM5,000. Other rates may apply for employees age 60 and above, permanent residents, and certain non-Malaysian employees.

Is EPF deducted from gross salary?

Yes. The employee EPF contribution is deducted from gross monthly salary before the employee receives net salary. Employer EPF is separate and paid by the employer on top of the employee's salary.

Is employer EPF deducted from my salary?

No. Employer EPF is not deducted from your salary. Only the employee EPF portion is deducted from gross salary. The employer contribution is an additional payroll cost paid by the employer.

How much EPF is deducted from RM5,000 salary?

For a Malaysian employee below 60 using the standard 11% employee EPF rate, RM550 is deducted from a RM5,000 monthly salary. The employer contribution is commonly RM650 at 13%, giving a total monthly EPF contribution of RM1,200.

How much EPF is contributed for RM10,000 salary?

For a Malaysian employee below 60, a RM10,000 salary may have employee EPF of RM1,100 at 11% and employer EPF of RM1,200 at 12%. The estimated total monthly EPF contribution is RM2,300, or RM27,600 per year.

What is the EPF rate for salary above RM5,000?

For most Malaysian employees below 60, the employee EPF rate remains 11% even when salary is above RM5,000. The employer rate is commonly 12% for salaries above RM5,000, instead of 13%.

Do employees age 60 and above pay EPF?

For Malaysian employees age 60 and above, KWSP commonly lists the employee contribution as 0% and the employer contribution as 4%. Different rates may apply for permanent residents and certain non-Malaysian employees.

Do foreign workers need to contribute EPF in Malaysia?

Yes, many non-Malaysian citizen employees may be required to contribute to EPF from October 2025 wages. KWSP guidance states that newer non-Malaysian citizen employees generally contribute 2% employee EPF and 2% employer EPF, with exceptions for permanent residents and certain older EPF members.

Can I choose a higher EPF contribution rate?

In some cases, employees or employers may contribute more than the statutory EPF rate by following KWSP procedures. The calculator can estimate higher employee contribution rates, but official payroll changes should be confirmed with KWSP or the employer's payroll team.

Is EPF calculated monthly or annually?

EPF is usually calculated and submitted monthly based on wages for the contribution month. Annual EPF is a planning estimate calculated by multiplying monthly EPF contribution by 12, assuming the salary and contribution rates stay the same.

Does EPF affect PCB/MTD tax calculation?

Yes. Employee EPF contributions may affect taxable income and PCB/MTD estimates because qualifying EPF contributions can be part of tax relief calculations. The exact PCB result may also depend on personal reliefs, marital status, children, bonus, zakat, and other payroll details.

Is this EPF calculator accurate for official payroll?

This EPF calculator is designed for planning estimates, not official payroll filing. KWSP contribution schedules, rounding rules, employee category, age, citizenship, and future rule changes may affect the official amount. Always refer to KWSP guidance or a qualified payroll professional for payroll submission.