Night Differential Calculator Philippines 2025-2026

Calculate night shift differential pay (10PM-6AM). Includes OT and holiday combinations. Based on Labor Code Article 86.

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Night Differential Pay in the Philippines

Night differential (NSD) is a premium pay for employees who work during nighttime hours. Under Article 86 of the Labor Code, work between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM entitles employees to an additional 10% of their regular wage.

Night Differential Rate Table

Work Scenario Total Rate Breakdown
Regular Night Shift 110% 100% + 10% NSD
Regular Night + OT 137.5% 125% OT + 10% NSD
Rest Day Night 143% 130% Rest Day + 10% NSD
Rest Day Night + OT 185.9% 169% Rest Day OT + 10% NSD
Regular Holiday Night 220% 200% Holiday + 10% NSD
Regular Holiday Night + OT 286% 260% Holiday OT + 10% NSD

How Night Differential Works

Night Differential = Base Rate × 10% × Night Hours

The 10% premium is applied to whatever base rate applies (regular, OT, holiday)

Night Shift Hours

  • Coverage: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM (8 hours maximum)
  • Rate: Additional 10% of regular hourly wage
  • Private Sector: 10% minimum by law
  • Government: 20% differential (different rules apply)

Who Is Covered?

Most private sector employees are entitled to night differential. However, some exemptions apply:

  • Managerial employees
  • Field personnel (those who work outside the employer's premises)
  • Domestic helpers (kasambahay)
  • Workers in establishments with fewer than 10 employees
  • Workers paid by result (piece rate)

Stacking with Other Premiums

Night differential stacks with other pay premiums. For example, if you work overtime during a holiday at night, you get:

  • Holiday premium (200%)
  • Overtime premium (+30% on top)
  • Night differential (+10% on the final rate)
Important: Some employers have higher NSD rates through company policy or collective bargaining agreements. The 10% is just the minimum required by law.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is night differential pay in the Philippines?
Night differential is an additional 10% premium on top of your regular hourly rate for work performed between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM. This is mandated by Article 86 of the Labor Code.
How is night differential calculated?
Night differential = Hourly Rate × 10% × Night Hours Worked. For example, if your hourly rate is ₱100 and you work 8 night hours, your ND pay is ₱100 × 10% × 8 = ₱80 additional pay.
Does night differential stack with overtime pay?
Yes! Night differential is applied on top of other premiums. If you work overtime during night hours, you get the OT rate (125%) plus 10% ND on that OT rate, resulting in 137.5% of regular rate.
Do all employees get night differential?
Most private sector employees are entitled to night differential. Exceptions include managerial employees, field personnel, domestic helpers, and those in establishments with fewer than 10 workers.
Is night differential taxable?
Yes, night differential pay is part of your taxable compensation. It's added to your gross income and subject to withholding tax like regular salary.