Alimony Calculator – Calculate Maintenance for Both Husband and Wife
When a marriage ends, emotional separation is often followed by a financial settlement called alimony or maintenance. It ensures that the financially weaker partner can live with dignity after divorce.
The LSO Legal Divorce & Alimony Calculator helps both parties — the payer (husband or wife) and the receiver (spouse claiming maintenance) — to instantly estimate the probable maintenance amount based on their incomes, duration of marriage, and dependents.
What Is Alimony?
Alimony is financial support ordered by the court to one spouse after divorce or separation. The amount depends on various factors such as income, lifestyle, and marriage duration.
It can be monthly (recurring) or one-time lump sum (permanent settlement).
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Types of Alimony in India
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Interim or Temporary Maintenance:
Paid during the divorce case to meet daily expenses. -
Permanent Alimony:
Final settlement after divorce, either monthly or as a one-time amount. -
Child Maintenance:
Separate amount for the child’s education, health, and upbringing.
Applicable Laws
- Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 – Sections 24 & 25
- Indian Divorce Act, 1869 – Sections 36 & 37
- Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) – Section 125
- Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986
These laws allow either spouse — husband or wife — to claim maintenance depending on financial need.
How the LSO Legal Alimony Calculator Works
The Divorce & Alimony Calculator uses a realistic formula considering:
- Husband’s monthly income
- Wife’s monthly income
- Number of dependents (children, parents)
- Type of alimony – monthly or one-time
- Duration of marriage
It then shows results for both sides:
If you are paying: See how much you may be required to pay
If you are receiving: See how much you may be eligible to claim
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Example Calculation
If the husband earns ₹1,00,000 per month and the wife earns ₹30,000:
- For the wife (receiver) – She may be entitled to ₹15,000–₹25,000 monthly.
- For the husband (payer) – He can check how much burden it creates monthly or in one-time settlement terms.
Likewise, if the wife earns more and the husband is financially dependent, he too can use the same calculator to know his possible entitlement.
Why This Calculator Is for Both Partners
Unlike traditional tools that only calculate for wives, LSO Legal’s Alimony Calculator is gender-neutral and fully compliant with Indian law.
It provides fair estimates for both:
- Paying Spouse: Helps understand future obligations before filing divorce.
- Receiving Spouse: Helps estimate maintenance amount before making a legal claim.
Key Factors Affecting the Result
- Net monthly income of both partners
- Duration of marriage
- Lifestyle during marriage
- Health and age of both
- Financial needs and liabilities
- Number of dependents or children
Benefits of LSO Legal’s Alimony Calculator
Calculates for both giver and receiver
Shows monthly and one-time settlement options
Based on Indian legal parameters,
confidential, and instant
Useful before filing or negotiating divorce terms
How to Claim or Defend Alimony in Court
- File a petition for divorce or maintenance under relevant law.
- Provide documents like salary slips, rent receipts, bank statements, etc.
- The court examines income, lifestyle, and dependents.
- Orders may be revised later if financial conditions change.
Common Misconceptions
- Only women can claim alimony → False. Men can too, if financially weaker.
- Alimony lasts forever → False. It can be revised or stopped after remarriage or income change.
- Only court can decide → False. Couples can mutually agree and record the settlement.
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Conclusion
Divorce is not merely the end of a relationship — it is the beginning of a new phase that demands clarity, dignity, and fairness. Financial independence and justice are as essential as emotional healing, and that’s where the LSO Legal team stands beside you. Our experts ensure that every individual — whether a husband or wife — receives complete legal guidance, fair advice, and honest calculation of their rights.
With more than 30 years of collective experience, LSO Legal has assisted countless citizens across India in understanding their maintenance rights, negotiating fair settlements, and rebuilding their lives with confidence. The Divorce & Alimony Calculator is just one part of our mission to make legal help accessible, transparent, and trustworthy.
If you are facing separation or uncertainty about your financial rights, connect with the LSO Legal team — because justice begins with the right guidance.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Divorce & Alimony Calculator
1. What is an Alimony Calculator?
The Alimony Calculator is an online tool that helps you estimate the amount of maintenance (monthly or one-time) payable after divorce. It uses factors such as both spouses’ income, dependents, and marriage duration to give an approximate amount under Indian law.
2. Can both husband and wife use this calculator?
Yes. The LSO Legal Alimony Calculator is gender-neutral. It is designed for both — the spouse who has to pay alimony and the one who is eligible to receive it. This ensures fair understanding for both sides before filing or defending a divorce case.
3. How is alimony calculated in India?
Indian courts usually consider 20%–33% of the paying spouse’s income as monthly maintenance if the other partner is not earning. However, this may vary based on living standard, dependents, and financial capacity of both spouses.
4. What happens if both husband and wife are working?
If both partners earn, the court compares their incomes. The difference between the two is used to decide if one partner needs additional support. If the receiver earns more than 50% of the payer’s income, the alimony is usually reduced by around 10%.
5. What is the difference between monthly alimony and one-time settlement?
- Monthly Alimony: Paid every month until remarriage or court modification.
- One-Time Settlement: A lump sum payment (usually 3–5 years’ income) given once, closing all future maintenance rights.
6. Is alimony taxable in India?
- Monthly maintenance is generally treated as income for the receiver and may be taxable.
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One-time settlement is considered capital in nature and is usually not taxable.
(However, consult a tax advisor for your specific case.)
7. Can a husband also claim alimony from his wife?
Yes. If the husband is financially dependent or unemployed and the wife earns more, he can claim maintenance under Section 24 or 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act or Section 125 CrPC, depending on religion and circumstances.
8. Can alimony be changed later?
Yes. Either spouse can file for modification of alimony if there’s a major change in income, remarriage, health condition, or financial status. Ensuring that anyone can understand their rights without financial burden
9. using the LSO Legal Alimony Calculator ?
The calculator is easily accessible and the consultation charges for detailed advice are very minimal (just ₹69), Ensuring that anyone can understand their rights without financial burden
10. How can I get legal help after checking my alimony amount?
After using the calculator, you can book an online or offline consultation with LSO Legal’s expert divorce lawyers for personalized legal advice, case filing, or mutual settlement drafting. The calculator is easily accessible and the consultation charges for detailed advice are very minimal
