For employees and employers
Smic 2026: gross minimum wage
The Smic is the statutory gross minimum hourly wage, based on 35 hours per week. Enter your working hours to get the monthly amount.
Result
Explanation
The monthly amount is calculated as: hourly rate × hours per week × 52 / 12 (€1,867.02 for 35 hours). An employee under 18 with less than 6 months of experience in their sector may receive a reduced Smic. The collective agreement often provides for a higher minimum.
Note: indication, not legal or employment advice
This calculation is an indication based on general statutory rules and the amounts published for 2026. It is not legal, employment or tax advice. Your collective agreement, employment contract or established practice may provide more favourable rules. For a specific case, use the official simulators or consult a professional.
Sources and values used
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Gross hourly Smic | €12.31 | Service-Public.fr – Smic (F2300, checked 1 June 2026) (in French) |
| Gross monthly Smic (35 h) | €1,867.02 | Service-Public.fr – Smic (F2300, checked 1 June 2026) (in French) |
| Net monthly Smic (indicative) | €1,477.93 | Service-Public.fr – Smic (F2300, checked 1 June 2026) (in French) |
| Reduced Smic 17 years / 16 years | €11.08 / €9.85 | Service-Public.fr – Smic (F2300, checked 1 June 2026) (in French) |
Checked on 11 October 2026.