NHS Pay Scales 2024/25 — Archive
Historical Agenda for Change pay band tables for the 2024/25 financial year. Useful for backpay calculations, pay comparisons, and employment records.
These are archived 2024/25 figures. For current pay, see the NHS Pay Scales 2026/27 salary guide, compare 2025/26 pay scales, or use the 2026/27 calculator.
England — AfC Pay Bands 2024/25
Annual salaries at each pay progression point. Full-time equivalent (37.5 hrs/week).
| Band | Entry | Step 2 | Step 3 | Top | Hourly (Entry) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Band 2 | £23,615 | — | — | £23,615 | £12.08/hr |
| Band 3 | £24,071 | £24,975 | — | £25,698 | £12.31/hr |
| Band 4 | £26,530 | £27,745 | — | £29,114 | £13.57/hr |
| Band 5 | £29,970 | £32,306 | £34,943 | £36,483 | £15.33/hr |
| Band 6 | £37,338 | £40,437 | £43,172 | £44,962 | £19.10/hr |
| Band 7 | £46,148 | £49,208 | £51,393 | £52,809 | £23.60/hr |
| Band 8a | £53,755 | £56,959 | £60,504 | — | £27.49/hr |
| Band 8b | £62,215 | £66,480 | — | £72,293 | £31.83/hr |
| Band 8c | £74,290 | £79,885 | — | £85,601 | £37.99/hr |
| Band 8d | £88,168 | £94,279 | — | £101,677 | £45.10/hr |
| Band 9 | £105,385 | £113,119 | — | £121,271 | £53.90/hr |
Pay Comparison: 2024/25 vs 2025/26 vs 2026/27
| Band | 2024/25 Entry | 2025/26 Entry | 2026/27 Entry | Total Rise (2yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Band 2 | £23,615 | £24,465 | £25,272 | +7.0% |
| Band 5 | £29,970 | £31,049 | £32,073 | +7.0% |
| Band 7 | £46,148 | £47,810 | £49,387 | +7.0% |
| Band 8a | £53,755 | £55,690 | £57,528 | +7.0% |
2026/27 Pay Scales Guide
View current annual salary bands, hourly rates, pension tiers, London weighting and unsocial hours.
2026/27 Pay Calculator
Calculate your exact current take-home pay with all the latest 2026/27 rates.
2025/26 Pay Scales
View the full 2025/26 Agenda for Change pay tables.
NHS Pay FAQ
Answers to common questions about NHS pay, pension, and deductions.