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The amount you contribute will depend on your pensionable earnings.
These are split into contribution bands and are reviewed on 1 April every year.
| Band |
Main Section contribution rate 1/49th accrual |
50:50 Section* contribution rate |
Pensionable pay range from 1 April 2026 based on the assessed pensionable pay you receive |
| Band 1 |
5.5% |
2.75% |
Up to £18,400 |
| Band 2 |
5.8% |
2.9% |
£18,401 to £29,000 |
| Band 3 |
6.5% |
3.25% |
£29,001 to £47,300 |
| Band 4 |
6.8% |
3.4% |
£47,301 to £59,800 |
| Band 5 |
8.5% |
4.25% |
£59,801 to £84,000 |
| Band 6 |
9.9% |
4.95% |
£84,001 to £119,100 |
| Band 7 |
10.5% |
5.25% |
£119,101 to £140,400 |
| Band 8 |
11.4% |
5.7% |
£140,401 to £210,700 |
| Band 9 |
12.5% |
6.25% |
£210,701 or more |
*50:50 Section contribution rates only apply if you’ve chosen to be in the 50:50 section instead of the Main Section.
You’ll find more information in our factsheet called How much will I pay into the LGPS?'
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