APIT calculator
Sri Lanka APIT calculator for 2025/26
Estimate monthly Advance Personal Income Tax from regular primary employment using IRD Table 01. No signup or personal details.
How is monthly APIT calculated in 2025/26?
Apply the formula for the band containing monthly taxable employment income:
- Up to Rs 150,000: Rs 0.
- Rs 150,000.01–233,333: income × 6% − Rs 9,000.
- Rs 233,333.01–275,000: income × 18% − Rs 37,000.
- Rs 275,000.01–316,667: income × 24% − Rs 53,500.
- Rs 316,667.01–358,333: income × 30% − Rs 72,500.
- Above Rs 358,333: income × 36% − Rs 94,000.
The published monthly deduction is rounded to the nearest whole rupee.
How much APIT is due on Rs 250,000 a month?
Rs 250,000 falls in the 18% band. APIT = Rs 250,000 × 18% − Rs 37,000 = Rs 8,000 a month. Employee EPF is separate.
Are you a government employee?
Public Service, state-owned enterprise, and university salary conversion is circular-driven. Use the official Treasury salary tool.
Which official source does this page use?
Rates last verified: 12 July 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much APIT is due on Rs 250,000 a month?
Rs 8,000 under Table 01.
What monthly salary is free from APIT in 2025/26?
Up to Rs 150,000 for regular primary employment.
Is EPF deducted before calculating APIT?
No. EPF and APIT are separate deductions in this calculator.
Does this calculator cover government salary conversion?
No; use the official Treasury tool linked above.
Is this result tax advice?
No. It is an indicative calculation.