## Zoho Payroll Documentation Index

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# What tax year does Zoho Payroll use?

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Zoho Payroll follows the UK tax year, which runs from **6 April to 5 April** the following year. All PAYE tax, National Insurance, pension, and RTI reporting calculations are based on this period, not the calendar year.

A couple of things to keep in mind:

*   If you switch to Zoho Payroll partway through a tax year, you record your [prior payroll](/uk/payroll/help/employer/getting-started/configure-prior-payroll.html) for the **current tax year** so your year-to-date figures stay accurate.
*   Some employer tasks reset at the start of each tax year on 6 April. For example, you must claim [Employment Allowance](/uk/payroll/help/employer/settings/tax-and-national-insurance.html) again from your first pay run on or after 6 April, if you’re eligible.