Employers' NI Calculator
Calculate Employers' National Insurance contributions for the 2025/26 tax year using the latest rates and thresholds.
About Employers' National Insurance
Employers' National Insurance is a contribution that employers must pay on their employees' earnings:
- •Main Rate: 13.05% for the 2025/26 tax year on earnings above the Primary Threshold
- •Primary Threshold: £12,570 per year (£1,048 per month)
- •Reduced Rates: Special rates apply for employees under 21, apprentices under 25, and certain other categories
- •Employment Allowance: Eligible businesses can claim up to £5,000 off their annual NI bill
Employers must pay National Insurance contributions monthly through PAYE alongside income tax.
This calculator is for informational purposes only.
Please consult with a qualified payroll professional or tax advisor for specific advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Employers’ National Insurance Calculator for 2025/26?
- The Employers’ National Insurance Calculator for 2025/26 is a free online tool that helps UK employers estimate the National Insurance Contributions (NICs) they will need to pay for their employees during the 2025/26 tax year. It uses the latest thresholds and rates announced by HMRC to provide accurate projections based on salary inputs.
- How do I use the Employers’ National Insurance Calculator?
- To use the calculator, simply enter your employee’s gross salary for the 2025/26 tax year. The tool will instantly display how much National Insurance you, as the employer, are required to pay, along with a breakdown of the applicable thresholds and rates used.
- What information do I need to use the calculator?
- All you need is your employee’s gross annual salary. Optionally, you can input multiple employee salaries to get a total cost estimate for your workforce. The calculator takes care of the rest using the 2025/26 NIC thresholds and rates.
- Does the calculator use the updated 2025/26 tax year figures?
- Yes, the calculator is fully updated with the latest employer National Insurance thresholds and contribution rates for the 2025/26 tax year as published by HMRC. Any future changes will be reflected promptly.
- Who should use the Employers’ National Insurance Calculator?
- The calculator is ideal for UK employers, business owners, payroll professionals, and HR managers who need to estimate employer NIC costs for budgeting or payroll purposes during the 2025/26 tax year.
- Does this calculator cover employee National Insurance too?
- This tool is designed specifically for calculating the employer’s National Insurance Contributions. If you're also looking to calculate employee deductions, we recommend using a combined PAYE or salary calculator.
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