When you join a company mid-month, take unpaid leave or leave a job, your pay for that month is calculated per day. Different employers use different methods, which can change the amount by hundreds or thousands of rupees. This guide explains the common methods for per day salary and how to check your figure with our Salary Calculator.
Method 1: Fixed 30 days
Many employers divide the monthly salary by 30, whatever the month.
Per day salary = monthly salary ÷ 30
For Rs 120,000: 120,000 ÷ 30 = Rs 4,000 per day.
Method 2: Actual days in the month
Some divide by the actual number of days in that month: 28, 29, 30 or 31.
- October (31 days): 120,000 ÷ 31 = Rs 3,871
- February (28 days): 120,000 ÷ 28 = Rs 4,286
Method 3: Working days only
A few employers divide by working days, such as 22 or 26, especially for daily-wage or factory staff. This gives a higher daily rate but counts only days actually worked.
Joining mid-month
You join on 18 October with a Rs 120,000 salary. You are paid for 14 days (18 to 31 October).
| Method | October pay |
|---|---|
| 30-day | 14 × 4,000 = Rs 56,000 |
| Actual days | 14 × 3,871 = Rs 54,194 |
Unpaid leave
Three days of leave without pay on a Rs 90,000 salary using the 30-day method: 3 × 3,000 = Rs 9,000 deducted.
Final settlement
When you leave, the final month is calculated per day, plus any unused leave encashment, gratuity or provident fund according to policy. Count your last working days carefully; the Date Difference Calculator counts days between two dates, including or excluding the end date.
Which method is “right”?
The method should be written in your contract or company policy. Labour laws set minimum standards, but the exact per-day method is usually an employer policy. Ask HR which one they use.
Hourly rate
For overtime, you may need an hourly rate. Divide the daily rate by the normal working hours per day, or use the Hourly ↔ Monthly Salary calculator. For a full breakdown of a salary into all periods, read annual, monthly and hourly salary.
From gross to take-home
The per-day figures above usually start from gross salary. To see how tax, EOBI and provident fund reduce it to what reaches your account, read gross vs net salary. For your tax specifically, the FBR Salary Tax Calculator 2026-27 gives the monthly deduction.
Frequently asked questions
How is per day salary calculated in Pakistan?
Commonly monthly salary ÷ 30, but some employers use actual days or working days.
How much is deducted for one day of unpaid leave?
One day’s salary under your employer’s method, for example salary ÷ 30.
How is salary calculated if I join mid-month?
Your daily rate multiplied by the days from your joining date to month-end.