RM1,500 salary in Malaysia (2026)
A Malaysian earning RM1,500 gross per month takes home about RM 1,324.85 after EPF, SOCSO, EIS and PCB.
Take-home pay
RM 1,324.85
Total deductions
RM 175.15
Total cost to employer
RM 1,723.25
Monthly deductions for RM1,500
| Employee | Employer | |
|---|---|---|
| EPF (KWSP) | RM 165.00 | RM 195.00 |
| SOCSO (PERKESO) | RM 7.25 | RM 25.35 |
| EIS (SIP) | RM 2.90 | RM 2.90 |
| PCB / MTD (income tax) | RM 0.00 | – |
| Total deductions | − RM 175.15 | RM 223.25 |
| Take-home pay | RM 1,324.85 | Total cost to employer: RM 1,723.25 |
Estimates only, based on the statutory tables in effect today. Actual deductions depend on your employer's payroll setup, bonuses, additional reliefs and zakat. Confirm with KWSP, PERKESO and LHDN.
Non-citizen (foreign worker) on RM1,500
A non-citizen employee on RM1,500 pays 2% EPF (RM 30.00) and the employer 2% (RM 30.00); SOCSO RM 7.25; no EIS. Take-home about RM 1,462.75.
Common questions about a RM1,500 salary
How much EPF is deducted from RM1,500?
Employee EPF is RM 165.00 (11%) and the employer contributes RM 195.00, for a total EPF saving of RM 360.00 per month.
How much SOCSO for RM1,500?
Employee SOCSO is RM 7.25 and employer SOCSO is RM 25.35 per month (Category 1, under 60).
Is PCB deducted on RM1,500?
No — after EPF relief and the RM9,000 individual relief, a RM1,500 salary falls below the taxable threshold, so PCB is RM0.
What is the annual take-home for RM1,500?
About RM 15,898.20 per year (RM 1,324.85 × 12), before bonus.