APIT / PAYE Tax Calculator
Exactly how much income tax is deducted from your Sri Lankan salary, band by band.
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Your monthly employment income subject to APIT.
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Monthly APIT (PAYE) tax · effective rate
Rates verified: July 2026 · APIT bands for 2025/26 (personal relief Rs 1,800,000/year = Rs 150,000/month).
APIT is deducted by your employer and remitted to the Inland Revenue Department. Estimate only — not tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What are the current APIT tax bands?
After the LKR 150,000/month personal relief: 6% on the next LKR 83,333, 18% on the next 41,667, 24% on the next 41,667, 30% on the next 41,667, and 36% on the balance (monthly equivalents of the annual bands).
Who pays APIT?
Employees earning over LKR 150,000 per month from employment. The employer deducts it and remits it to the IRD on your behalf.
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