Work Hours Calculator
Calculate total work hours between two times. Automatically deduct break times to get actual hours worked. Track shifts and overtime.
Work Hours Calculation
Start: -
End: -
Total Span: - hours
Actual Work: - hours
How to use the Work Hours Calculator
- Enter your start time and end time.
- Enter total break minutes.
- Optionally enter your hourly rate.
- Click Calculate to see hours worked and pay.
Formula used
Worked example
9:30 AM to 6:15 PM with a 45-minute break
Time at work = 8 h 45 min
Hours worked = 8 hours
At ₹300/hour, pay = ₹2,400
Overtime and weekly limits
Under Indian labour law, working hours are typically capped at 9 hours a day and 48 hours a week, with overtime paid at twice the ordinary rate (rules vary by state and the new labour codes). Track daily hours for a week, then use the overtime calculator if you exceed the limit.
Tips for accurate results
- Record exact times rather than rounding.
- Night shifts crossing midnight are handled correctly.
- Unpaid breaks should be deducted; paid breaks should not.
Frequently Asked Questions
Subtract start time from end time, then subtract breaks.
Divide by 60: 45 minutes = 0.75 hours.
8 hours before breaks.
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Content reviewed by Vinod, Easy Smart Calculator · Last updated October 2026
How This Calculator Works
Enter your start and end times along with break duration. The calculator shows total time span, actual work hours (minus breaks), and estimated earnings if hourly rate is provided.
Features
- Automatic break time deduction
- Support for different hourly rates
- Overtime calculation when over 8 hours
- Works across midnight for night shifts
- Precise minute tracking