Overtime Pay Calculator (India)

How to calculate overtime pay in India

Enter your hourly rate and the total hours you worked this week. The calculator splits your hours into regular (up to 48) and overtime (over 48), applies the overtime multiplier (2× under the Factories Act), and shows your total weekly pay.

Formula

• Regular pay = hourly rate × hours up to the weekly threshold.
• Overtime pay = hourly rate × multiplier × hours over the threshold.
• Total weekly pay = regular pay + overtime pay.

Based on the Factories Act, 1948 (2× rate beyond 9 hours/day or 48 hours/week). State Shops and Establishments rules and your contract may differ — check your local labour laws.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is overtime pay calculated in India?

Under the Factories Act, 1948, work beyond 9 hours a day or 48 hours a week is overtime, paid at twice the ordinary rate (2×). Total pay = (regular hours × rate) + (overtime hours × rate × multiplier).

What overtime multiplier should I use?

The Factories Act mandates 2× (double the ordinary wage) for overtime. Some establishments or contracts use 1.5×. Set the multiplier to match your workplace policy.

When does overtime start?

This calculator uses a 48-hour weekly threshold: hours up to 48 are paid at the ordinary rate and only hours beyond 48 receive the overtime rate. Daily limits (over 9 hours) may also apply at your establishment.

Who is entitled to overtime?

Overtime rules mainly cover workers under the Factories Act and shops and establishments laws. Managerial and supervisory staff are often excluded. Your exact entitlement depends on your establishment and state rules.

Do state rules differ?

Yes. Overtime is governed by both central laws and state Shops and Establishments Acts, which can vary in thresholds and caps on overtime hours. Check your state rules and employment contract.