See how overtime pay is calculated across different salary levels — real numbers, real scenarios:
₹30,000/month
Manufacturing Worker
₹75,000/month
IT Professional
₹50,000/month
Sales Executive
₹60,000/month
Operations Officer
💡 Tip: Use this calculator to verify your overtime payment every month. If you spot underpayment, first raise it with your HR in writing. For formal disputes, file a complaint with your state labor department. Wondering how overtime affects your annual salary growth? Use our salary increment calculator to see the full picture. If you are a factory or organised-sector worker, also check your ESIC eligibility — a benefit many salaried workers miss.
Click any section below to expand and learn about overtime laws, how OT pay is calculated, and your rights as an Indian worker.
Overtime is any work done beyond standard working hours. Under the Indian Factories Act, 1948, this means any work beyond 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week. When you work overtime, you have a legal right to be paid at double your ordinary hourly wage — no employer can deny this.
Key facts about overtime pay in India:
Important: If your employer denies or underpays overtime, you can file a complaint with your state labor department. Willful non-payment is a punishable offence under Indian labor law. For IT and service sector workers not covered by the Factories Act, refer to the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. You can also read the full text of the Factories Act on India Code (indiacode.nic.in), the official digital repository of Indian laws.
The Indian Factories Act, 1948 is the primary law governing working hours, overtime pay rates, and worker protection in India. It applies to all registered factories and most industrial establishments across the country.
Key Provisions (Sections 54–59):
Read the full text of the Act on the Ministry of Labour & Employment website. If your rights are violated, approach your state's labor commissioner or industrial tribunal.
Formula: Hourly Wage = Monthly Salary ÷ (Working Days × Working Hours per Day)
Example: Monthly salary ₹30,000, working 22 days × 8 hours = 176 hours
Hourly Wage = ₹30,000 ÷ 176 = ₹170.45 per hour
Formula: OT Rate = Hourly Wage × 2
OT Rate = ₹170.45 × 2 = ₹340.91 per hour
Formula: OT Pay = Number of OT Hours × OT Rate
Example: 50 overtime hours worked
OT Pay = 50 × ₹340.91 = ₹17,045.50
Formula: Total Income = Base Salary + OT Pay
Total Income = ₹30,000 + ₹17,045.50 = ₹47,045.50
This is the same calculation this tool runs instantly. Once you know your overtime earnings, check how they affect your tax using our old vs new tax regime calculator to pick the most tax-efficient filing option. And if you track attendance manually, our attendance percentage calculator can help you verify the working days you enter here.
Different Indian states set different maximum monthly overtime limits under the Factories Act. Employers need special labor authority approval to exceed these limits — and workers are entitled to additional compensation when they do.
State-Wise Overtime Limits (Factories Act):
⚠️ Important: If your employer is making you work beyond your state's limit without written approval from the labor authority, that is illegal. Document your hours and file a complaint with your state labor department immediately.
Working on your designated rest day (usually Sunday) or on public holidays means you are owed more than the standard 2x rate. Indian labor law provides premium rates for these situations — this is worth knowing before calculating your ot pay.
Regular Overtime
2x the ordinary wage
Work beyond 8 hrs on regular weekdays (Mon–Sat)
Rest Day Overtime
2.5x to 3x the ordinary wage
Work on Sundays or designated rest days
Example using ₹170.45/hour base wage:
Note: Check your state's specific labor rules and employment contract for exact rest day rates applicable to your role.
Indian workers have strong legal protections for overtime pay under the Factories Act. These rights are non-negotiable — no employer can contract them away, and no employment agreement can legally override them.
Your Core Overtime Rights:
🚨 If your rights are violated: Contact your state labor department, file an official complaint, preserve all evidence (payslips, time sheets, WhatsApp messages with HR), and consider consulting a labor lawyer for significant underpayment cases. You can also file an online grievance through the Shram Suvidha Grievance Portal — the Government of India's official worker complaint system.
Overtime pay is fully taxable income under Indian tax law. It is treated as part of your gross salary — so the more overtime you earn, the higher your taxable income for that financial year.
💡 Tip: If overtime is regular, factor it into your annual income estimate before filing your ITR. Use our old vs new tax regime calculator to see which tax regime saves you more when overtime is included. For a full picture of your take-home after taxes, try the salary tax calculator. If regular overtime is pushing your income into a higher slab, the standard deduction impact calculator shows exactly how much the ₹75,000 deduction (new regime) saves you on that extra income.
| State/Category | Monthly Overtime Limit | Special Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Max 50 hours/month | Standard Factories Act limit |
| Tamil Nadu | Max 75 hours/month | Higher limit for manufacturing |
| West Bengal | Max 60 hours/month | Variable based on industry |
| Karnataka | Max 50 hours/month | Strict adherence required |
| Rajasthan | Max 50 hours/month | Standard industrial practice |
| Gujarat | Max 60 hours/month | Flexible for seasonal industries |
| Delhi/NCR | Max 50 hours/month | Standard limit |
| Rest Days (All States) | 2.5x–3x rates apply | Premium paid on Sundays/holidays |
| Night Shift OT | 2x–3x rates apply | Additional premium applicable |
| Public Holidays | 2.5x–3x rates apply | Higher premium for holiday work |
Scenario: Raj works in a Pune manufacturing unit earning ₹30,000 per month. He worked 50 hours of overtime in March.
Overtime pay calculation:
Result: Raj should receive ₹17,045.50 extra for that month's overtime.
Scenario: Priya, a software developer in Bengaluru, earns ₹75,000 per month and worked 30 overtime hours during a product launch.
Calculating overtime pay:
Result: Priya should receive ₹25,568.18 in overtime compensation that month.
Scenario: Rohit earns ₹50,000 per month. He worked 40 regular OT hours on weekdays plus 5 hours on Sunday (rest day, at 2.5x rate).
Overtime pay calculation:
Result: Rohit should receive ₹26,278.42 total overtime (including rest day premium).
Scenario: Neha is a nurse in Mumbai earning ₹40,000/month. She worked 25 regular OT hours plus 10 night shift hours (at 2.5x rate).
OT pay calculation:
Result: Neha should receive ₹17,045.46 in overtime, accounting for the night shift premium.
📌 CRITICAL REMINDER: For underpayment claims, legal disputes, loan applications, or any critical matter, ALWAYS: (1) Keep detailed time records, (2) Maintain all payslips and documents, (3) Use this calculator monthly, (4) Report discrepancies promptly to HR and your state labor department, (5) Consult a qualified labor lawyer or approach NALSA for free legal aid before legal action, (6) Verify current rules on the official Ministry of Labour website. If overtime is regular income, also check your total tax liability using our professional income tax calculator or the salary tax calculator. Overtime is your legal right under the Factories Act — claim it correctly with proper documentation and professional guidance.
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Last Updated: 1 January 2025
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Full statutory text governing standard working hours, spread-over limits, and the mandatory 2x overtime wage rate
Central government authority for all labor law notifications, worker protection rules, and overtime compliance enforcement
Official government portal for workers to file and track labor complaints including overtime underpayment
Maximum monthly overtime limits, rest day provisions, and industry-specific rules by state
National Legal Services Authority — free legal assistance for wage and overtime dispute claims for workers who cannot afford private lawyers
Secondary legislation covering dispute resolution and unfair labor practices when overtime disputes escalate to tribunals
Modern labor law consolidation covering working hours and OT provisions for non-factory sectors including IT and services
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