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Monthly Salary Deduction in Malaysia

A simple guide to monthly salary deductions in Malaysia, including EPF, SOCSO, EIS and PCB for employees.

Direct answer

Monthly salary deductions in Malaysia commonly include EPF, SOCSO, EIS and PCB. These deductions explain why take-home pay is lower than gross salary.

Quick summary

TopicExplanation
EPF deductionEPF is a retirement savings contribution. For many employees, this is the largest regular salary deduction.
SOCSO deductionSOCSO provides social security protection for eligible employees and is usually processed by the employer.
EIS deductionEIS is related to employment insurance protection and is normally a small monthly deduction for eligible employees.
PCB deductionPCB is a monthly tax deduction. It depends on taxable income and employee tax profile, so it can differ from one employee to another.

EPF deduction

EPF is a retirement savings contribution. For many employees, this is the largest regular salary deduction.

SOCSO deduction

SOCSO provides social security protection for eligible employees and is usually processed by the employer.

EIS deduction

EIS is related to employment insurance protection and is normally a small monthly deduction for eligible employees.

PCB deduction

PCB is a monthly tax deduction. It depends on taxable income and employee tax profile, so it can differ from one employee to another.

Planning note

This guide is for salary planning and education only. Always use your payslip, employer payroll details and official sources for final payroll or tax decisions.

Use the Malaysia salary calculators

These guides are for general salary planning. Use the calculators below to estimate your own numbers based on your salary, EPF rate and payroll situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this guide official payroll advice?

No. SalaryToolsMY provides simplified explanations for general planning. Official calculations should come from payroll, EPF, SOCSO or LHDN references.

Can I use this guide to estimate take-home pay?

Yes, it can help you understand the deduction logic. Use the calculator pages for a more personalised salary estimate.

Why do salary deductions vary?

Deductions can vary because salary amount, EPF rate, tax profile, reliefs, bonus, overtime and payroll setup may differ.