Cost of Living & Take-Home Pay Analysis

Noida (Greater Noida) vs Delhi NCR (New Delhi) Salary Comparison

Detailed in-hand take-home comparison for FY 2026-27. Understand HRA tax differences, state professional tax slabs, and real purchasing power after rent.

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HRA Status (Noida (Greater Noida))

Non-Metro (40% Basic)

Standard non-metro deduction

HRA Status (Delhi NCR (New Delhi))

Metro (50% Basic)

Higher tax exemption under Old Regime

Average 1BHK Rent (Noida (Greater Noida))

₹16,000/mo

Cost Index: 82 (vs BLR 100)

Average 1BHK Rent (Delhi NCR (New Delhi))

₹20,000/mo

Cost Index: 105 (vs BLR 100)

Take-Home Pay Across CTC Brackets (FY 2026-27)

Calculated under New Tax Regime with standard PF, gratuity, and state professional taxes.

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Annual CTCNoida (Greater Noida) (Monthly In-Hand)Delhi NCR (New Delhi) (Monthly In-Hand)Difference (Annual)Rent-Adjusted Advantage
8 LPA₹56,863₹57,063+₹2,400 in Delhi NCR (New Delhi)Noida (Greater Noida) (+₹3,800/mo savings)
12 LPA₹85,395₹85,595+₹2,400 in Delhi NCR (New Delhi)Noida (Greater Noida) (+₹3,800/mo savings)
18 LPA₹1,18,134₹1,18,334+₹2,400 in Delhi NCR (New Delhi)Noida (Greater Noida) (+₹3,800/mo savings)
25 LPA₹1,56,134₹1,56,334+₹2,400 in Delhi NCR (New Delhi)Noida (Greater Noida) (+₹3,800/mo savings)
35 LPA₹2,04,451₹2,04,651+₹2,400 in Delhi NCR (New Delhi)Noida (Greater Noida) (+₹3,800/mo savings)

Detailed 12 LPA Benchmark Comparison

Comparing a standard ₹12,00,000 package between Noida (Greater Noida) and Delhi NCR (New Delhi).

Noida (Greater Noida)Uttar Pradesh

Annual CTC₹12,00,000
Basic Salary (50%)₹6,00,000
HRA Allowance₹2,40,000
Employee PF (12%)-₹72,000
Professional Tax (Annual)-₹2,400
Income Tax (New Regime)₹0
Monthly In-Hand₹85,395
Average 1BHK Rent~₹16,000
Net After Rent₹69,395

Delhi NCR (New Delhi)Delhi

Annual CTC₹12,00,000
Basic Salary (50%)₹6,00,000
HRA Allowance₹3,00,000
Employee PF (12%)-₹72,000
Professional Tax (Annual)-₹0
Income Tax (New Regime)₹0
Monthly In-Hand₹85,595
Average 1BHK Rent~₹20,000
Net After Rent₹65,595
Old Tax Regime HRA Impact: Delhi NCR (New Delhi) is classified as a Metro city under Section 10(13A), granting an HRA exemption of up to 50% of Basic salary. In contrast, Noida (Greater Noida) receives up to 40% of Basic salary. If you opt for the Old Tax Regime and pay substantial rent, working in Delhi NCR (New Delhi) can provide up to ₹60,000 more in annual tax-exempt deductions.

Living & Working in Noida (Greater Noida)

  • Prominent NCR IT, electronics, and media manufacturing hub with expressway tech parks.
  • Non-metro HRA classification (40% of basic under Old Regime).
  • Professional tax capped at ₹200/month.
  • Planned infrastructure, metro connectivity to Delhi, and cost-effective apartments.

Living & Working in Delhi NCR (New Delhi)

  • National capital region offering abundant public sector, consulting, and corporate headquarters.
  • Metro HRA status (50% of basic under Old Regime).
  • Zero Professional Tax (Delhi does not levy state professional tax on salaried workers).
  • Proximity to corporate hubs in Connaught Place, South Delhi, and Aerocity.

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