NHS Scotland Take Home Pay Calculator 2026
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NHS Scotland Salary Calculator 2026
This NHS Scotland take home pay calculator shows your net salary after Scottish tax, NI, pension and student loan. It is pre-filled with a Band 6 example, as Band 6 is one of the most searched NHS pay levels in Scotland.
Works for all NHS Scotland roles including nurses, AHPs, radiographers, paramedics, midwives, pharmacists and administrative staff.
Updated for the 2026 Scottish tax year with accurate Scottish Income Tax bands.
NHS Scotland Pay Bands 2026 – Salary & Estimated Take Home Pay
These figures show typical NHS Scotland gross salaries and estimated monthly net pay after tax, NI and pension. Exact results depend on pension % and student loan plan.
| NHS Band | Annual Salary (£) | Estimated Monthly Take Home (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Band 2 | £24,465 – £24,937 | £1,400 – £1,550 |
| Band 3 | £24,937 – £26,598 | £1,500 – £1,650 |
| Band 4 | £27,485– £30,162 | £1,600 – £1,850 |
| Band 5 | £31,049 – £37,796 | £1,800 – £2,150 |
| Band 6 | £38,682 – £46,580 | £2,150 – £2,400 |
| Band 7 | £47,810 – £54,710 | £2,350 – £2,700 |
| Band 8a | £64,455– £74,896 | £3,400 – £3,600 |
| Band 8b | £76,965 – £72,050 | £3,800 – £4,300 |
| Band 8c | £74,698 – £88,682 | £4,300 – £5,000 |
| Band 8d | £91,342 – £105,337 | £5,200 – £6,000 |
| Band 9 | £109,179 – £125,637 | £6,000 – £6,700 |
NHS Scotland Band 6 Take Home Pay – Common Questions
What is typical Band 6 take home pay?
A Band 6 employee in NHS Scotland usually takes home £2,150–£2,400 per month after deductions.
Does this include NHS Scotland pension?
Yes — the calculator includes NHS Scotland Pension Scheme contributions.
Is NHS Scotland tax different from the rest of the UK?
Yes — Scotland has its own Income Tax system with 6 tax brackets. This calculator uses the correct 2026 Scottish thresholds.