NSSF Calculator

Calculate your National Social Security Fund Deduction from your Gross Pay

ENTER GROSS MONTHLY SALARY

KES

SELECT NSSF PERIOD

DEDUCT NSSF

Tier I: 6% of earnings up to KES 8,000

Tier II: 6% of earnings above KES 8,000 up to KES 72,000

Note: Tier II can be remitted to alternative approved schemes

2025 NSSF Rates Summary:

  • Lower Earnings Limit (LEL): KES 8,000
  • Upper Earnings Limit (UEL): KES 72,000
  • Contribution Rate: 6% (employee) + 6% (employer)
  • Maximum Monthly Contribution: KES 8,640 total (KES 4,320 each from employee and employer)
TIER I CONTRIBUTION
6% of earnings up to KES 8,000
KES 480
TIER II CONTRIBUTION
6% of earnings above KES 8,000 up to KES 72,000
KES 432
EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION
50% of total contribution
KES 456
EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION
50% of total contribution
KES 456
TOTAL NSSF DEDUCTION
Split equally between employer and employee
KES 912

Compliance Reminders:

  • Due date: 15th of the following month
  • Contributions are split equally between employer and employee
  • For salaries above KES 72,000, contribution is capped at KES 8,640 (total)
  • Tier II can be remitted to alternative approved pension schemes

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