NHS Junior Doctor Salary & Pay Calculator
Calculate your estimated gross and net salary under the junior doctor contract with our **NHS Junior Doctor Pay Calculator** for **2026/27**. Doctors in training in England are paid under a specialized contract rather than Agenda for Change. This free tool calculates your basic nodal pay, additional weekly hours (above 40), weekend allowances, night shift enhancements, and London weighting—estimating your final net monthly pay.
Reference Salary Tables & Quick Facts
2026/27 Junior Doctor Basic Nodal Pay Points (England)
| Grade / Stage | Nodal Point | 2026/27 Basic Salary | Hourly Basic Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation Year 1 (FY1) | Point 1 | £36,250 | £18.53 |
| Foundation Year 2 (FY2) | Point 2 | £44,120 | £22.56 |
| Core Training (CT1 - CT2) | Point 3 | £49,850 | £25.49 |
| Specialty Registrar (ST3 - ST5) | Point 4 | £60,890 | £31.13 |
| Specialty Registrar (ST6 - ST8) | Point 5 | £71,320 | £36.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions
NHS Payroll Deductions & Tax Mitigation
Your monthly NHS take-home pay is affected by various statutory and voluntary payroll deductions. Understanding how these are calculated can help you optimize your net income:
Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Schemes like Cycle to Work or lease cars are deducted from your gross pay before tax and NI are calculated, reducing your taxable income.
Pension Tax Relief
NHS Pension contributions are deducted from your gross salary before income tax is calculated, providing automatic tax relief at your marginal rate.
Student Loan Repayments
Student loans (Plan 1, 2, 4, 5, or Postgraduate) are calculated on your gross earnings above the specific plan threshold and deducted automatically.
