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Student Income Bank Calculator

See how work income may build or use your Student Income Bank over the next 1–26 fortnights.

$13,500 capFortnight projectionAustudy & Youth Allowance
01INPUTS

Gross employment income before tax.

Student Income Bank is capped at $13,500.

Up to 26 fortnights.

02RESULTS
Projected closing balance$0
Starting balance$1,000
Fortnights modelled12

Income below the personal income free area builds the bank; income above it uses the bank first. Services Australia applies the official balance to reported income.

What this estimate includes

  • Models one constant employment-income amount across the selected period.
  • Never projects above the official cap or below zero.
  • Services Australia remains the source of the recorded balance.

Frequently asked questions

What is Student Income Bank?
It lets eligible student-payment recipients build credits when employment income is below the fortnightly free area, then use those credits when income is higher.
What is the maximum balance?
The current Student Income Bank maximum is $13,500.
Does this replace income reporting?
No. Continue reporting income to Services Australia; this tool only models the published mechanics.

Tax Accuracy & Sources

Reviewed: 28 July 2026 · Tax year: Rates from 1 January 2026

Projection only. It does not reproduce reporting adjustments, back-pay treatment or every payment-specific income rule.