These are the IRS approved annual maximum amounts you can contribute to your 401(k).
| IRS 401(k)/Pension Plan Limits | 2017 Limit | 2016 limit | 2015 limit | 2014 limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 401(k)/403(b) Employee Deferral Limit | $18,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 | $17,500 |
401(k)/403(b) Catch-up Contribution *available in excess of the employee deferral limit, for people age 50 and older | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 | $5,500 |
Here are links to the IRS website with these figures: 2017 limits