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Calculate EPF, SOCSO, & EIS in Malaysia 2026

Get an instant breakdown of net salary, EPF, SOCSO, and EIS contributions for 2026 before you hire. Accurate estimations for Malaysian employers.

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What is EPF, EIS, and SOCSO in Malaysia?

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EPF in Malaysia

The Employees' Provident Fund (EPF / KWSP) is Malaysia's mandatory retirement savings scheme.

Rate: ~12-13% (Emp: 11%)

No salary ceiling. Foreign workers contribute 2% + 2%.

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SOCSO in Malaysia

The Social Security Organization (SOCSO / PERKESO) provides insurance coverage for injuries.

Rate: ~1.75% (Emp: ~0.5%)

Wage ceiling raised to RM6,000 (Max combined RM133.90).

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EIS in Malaysia

The Employment Insurance System (EIS / SIP) offers financial protection during job loss.

Rate: 0.2% (Emp: 0.2%)

Wage ceiling RM6,000 (Max combined RM23.80). Non-citizens exempt.

Payroll Compliance Guide: What is Subject to Deductions?

Confused about whether overtime or allowances are subject to EPF, SOCSO, or EIS? Use this quick reference table to ensure compliance with Malaysian labour laws.

Basic Salary

Subject to EPF?
YES
Subject to SOCSO/EIS?
YES

Standard monthly wages subject to all statutory contributions.

Overtime (OT)

Subject to EPF?
NO
Subject to SOCSO/EIS?
NO

OT is excluded from statutory wages under EPF Act 1991 and SOCSO Act 4.

Bonus & Commission

Subject to EPF?
YES
Subject to SOCSO/EIS?
YES

Subject to statutory deductions (SOCSO/EIS subject to RM6,000 ceiling).

Travelling Allowance

Subject to EPF?
NO*
Subject to SOCSO/EIS?
NO*

*Exempt if actual reimbursement for official work duties (subject to statutory limits).

Gratuity (Retirement)

Subject to EPF?
NO
Subject to SOCSO/EIS?
NO

Payment for past services upon retirement or severance.

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Employer Guide

Key EPF (KWSP) Compliance Rules

Essential regulations every Malaysian employer needs to know for 2026 payroll processing.

No Salary Ceiling

Unlike SOCSO and EIS, EPF has NO maximum salary cap. Contributions apply to full monthly salary regardless of amount.

Rate Tiers

13% employer share for salaries ≤ RM5,000.
12% for salaries > RM5,000.
Employee share remains 11%.

Foreign Workers (2% + 2%)

Under the phased mandate, non-citizen workers contribute 2% employee share and employers contribute 2% employer share.

Senior Rates (60+)

Employer share drops to 4%.
Employee share becomes 0% statutory minimum
(optional to contribute).

Statutory Payment Deadlines & Rates (2026)

EPF (KWSP)

Payment Deadline

Due Date

15th of Next Month

Contribution Details

Employee: 11% (Foreign: 2%)

Employer: 12% or 13% (Foreign: 2%)

Paid via i-Akaun (Employer)

SOCSO (PERKESO)

Payment Deadline

Due Date

15th of Next Month

Contribution Details (RM6k Cap)

Employee: ~0.5% (Max RM29.75)

Employer: ~1.75% (Max RM104.15)

Paid via ASSIST Portal

EIS (SIP)

Payment Deadline

Due Date

15th of Next Month

Contribution Details (RM6k Cap)

Employee: 0.2% (Max RM11.90)

Employer: 0.2% (Max RM11.90)

Paid via ASSIST Portal

Official Government References

KWSP EPF

KWSP EPF

View official EPF rates and guidelines

SOCSO Portal

SOCSO Portal

Access SOCSO compliance info

LHDN Tax

LHDN Tax

Check LHDN for tax brackets

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Frequently Asked Questions

EPF contributions are calculated on basic salary, contractual allowances, commissions, and bonuses. Under the EPF Act 1991, overtime payments, gratuities, and termination benefits are strictly excluded from EPF wages.