Complete SSC CGL Salary Guide — 7th Pay Commission

SSC CGL Post Wise Salary 2026 — Inspector to LDC Complete Details

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SSC CGL Post Wise Salary — Complete Breakdown

PostPay LevelBasic PayIn-Hand (Metro)In-Hand (Non-Metro)
Inspector (IT/CBDT/CBIC)Level 7₹44,900₹55,000–65,000₹48,000–55,000
Sub-Inspector (CBI)Level 7₹44,900₹55,000–65,000₹48,000–55,000
Statistical InvestigatorLevel 7₹44,900₹55,000–65,000₹48,000–55,000
Auditor (CAG/CGDA)Level 5₹29,200₹38,000–45,000₹32,000–38,000
Accountant / Jr. AccountantLevel 5₹29,200₹38,000–45,000₹32,000–38,000
Tax Assistant (CBDT/CBIC)Level 4₹25,500₹35,000–42,000₹30,000–35,000
UDC (Upper Division Clerk)Level 4₹25,500₹35,000–42,000₹30,000–35,000
LDC / JSALevel 2₹19,900₹28,000–33,000₹24,000–28,000

* In-hand includes Basic + DA (50%) + HRA (24%/16%/8%) + TA. Subject to deductions (NPS, tax, etc.). Figures are approximate for 2026.

Salary Components Explained

  • Basic Pay: Fixed pay as per 7th Pay Commission pay matrix level
  • Dearness Allowance (DA): Currently ~50% of basic pay (increases every 6 months)
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA): 24% (X cities), 16% (Y cities), 8% (Z cities) of basic
  • Transport Allowance (TA): ₹3,600 + DA for Level 3+ in major cities
  • NPS Deduction: 10% of basic + DA deducted for pension fund
  • Income Tax: Deducted as per applicable slab rates

Career Growth & Promotion Timeline

Starting PostAfter 5–8 YearsAfter 12–15 YearsAfter 20+ Years
Inspector (Level 7)Sr. Inspector (Level 8)Superintendent (Level 9)Asst. Commissioner (Level 11)
Tax Assistant (Level 4)Sr. Tax Asst (Level 5)Inspector (Level 7)Superintendent (Level 9)
Auditor (Level 5)Sr. Auditor (Level 6)AAO (Level 7)AO (Level 8–9)
UDC (Level 4)Asst. (Level 6)SO (Level 7)Under Secretary (Level 11)

Additional Benefits

  • Medical: CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme) for self and family
  • Leave: 30 earned leaves + 20 half-pay leaves + casual leaves per year
  • LTC: Leave Travel Concession for travel within India
  • Festival Advance: Interest-free advance for festivals
  • Children Education: ₹2,250/month per child (up to 2 children)
  • Pension: NPS with 14% government contribution
  • Gratuity: Payable after 5 years of service at retirement

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