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True cost of an Indian hire

Calculate the all-in cost — including employer PF, ESI, gratuity, insurance and statutory benefits.

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All-in employer cost

Base CTC₹18,00,000
Employer PF (12% of basic, capped)₹21,600
Employer ESI (3.25%, if applicable)₹0
Gratuity provision₹34,632
Group insurance₹24,000
Total annual cost
18,80,232
1,56,686 / month
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