NHS Scotland Take Home Pay Calculator 2025
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NHS Scotland Salary Calculator 2025
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 2025/26 Scottish tax year with accurate Scottish Income Tax bands.
NHS Scotland Pay Bands 2025/26 – 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 2025/26 Scottish thresholds.