The salary of SSC CGL officers depends on basically Pay Level (decided by the 7th Pay Commission), Job Post
City Category (X, Y, Z cities based on cost of living)
There are mainly four pay levels in SSC CGL jobs:
Pay Level 8: ₹47,600 (Grade Pay ₹4800)
Pay Level 7: ₹44,900 (Grade Pay ₹4600)
Pay Level 6: ₹35,400 (Grade Pay ₹4200)
Pay Level 5: ₹29,200 (Grade Pay ₹2800)
In-Hand Salary (Approximate)
After deductions (PF, income tax, etc.), the in-hand salary varies between ₹40,000 to ₹70,000 per month, depending on the post and city.
Example:
Pay Level 8 (Highest posts like Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer):
Gross Salary: ₹70,000 – ₹80,000
In-Hand Salary: ₹63,000 – ₹70,000
Pay Level 7 (Posts like Inspector in Income Tax, CBI, Excise):
Gross Salary: ₹60,000 – ₹70,000
In-Hand Salary: ₹55,000 – ₹60,000
Pay Level 6 (Posts like Sub-Inspector, Assistant Section Officer):
Gross Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹55,000
In-Hand Salary: ₹45,000 – ₹50,000
Pay Level 5 (Clerical posts like Junior Statistical Officer, Auditor):
Gross Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹45,000
In-Hand Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹40,000
Allowances and Benefits
SSC CGL officers enjoy several perks and allowances -
Dearness Allowance (DA): Linked to inflation, revised every 6 months.
House Rent Allowance (HRA): 8% to 24% of basic salary, depending on the city.
Transport Allowance (TA): Varies by location.
Medical Facilities: For officer and family.
Pension and Retirement Benefits: Ensuring lifetime security.
