SSC CGL Salary 2026 — Post-wise Pay Level, Basic Pay & In-hand
SSC CGL post-wise salary table
SSC CGL recruits for dozens of posts across ministries and departments, each mapped to a 7th CPC pay level. The most sought-after posts sit at Levels 7 and 8. Basic pay is fixed by the level; in-hand adds DA (60%), HRA and Transport Allowance and subtracts NPS and CGHS.
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay (₹) | Approx in-hand, town–metro (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer | Level 8 | 47,600 | 75,500–87,900 |
| Inspector (Income Tax / Central Excise / Preventive Officer) | Level 7 | 44,900 | 71,400–83,200 |
| Assistant Section Officer (CSS / MEA / others) | Level 7 | 44,900 | 71,400–83,200 |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer (ED) | Level 7 | 44,900 | 71,400–83,200 |
| Sub-Inspector (CBI) | Level 7 | 44,900 | 71,400–83,200 |
| Assistant / Superintendent (various) | Level 6 | 35,400 | 56,900–66,900 |
| Divisional Accountant, Inspector of Posts | Level 6 | 35,400 | 56,900–66,900 |
| Auditor / Accountant / Senior Secretariat Assistant | Level 5 | 29,200 | 47,600–56,300 |
| Tax Assistant | Level 4 | 25,500 | 41,900–49,900 |
Basic pay is the fixed 7th CPC entry cell. In-hand = basic + Dearness Allowance (60% from 1 January 2026) + HRA + Transport Allowance (with DA on it) − NPS (10% of basic + DA) − CGHS, before income tax. The lower figure is a Z-class town (HRA 10%), the higher an X-class metro (HRA 30%).
What makes up the in-hand salary
- Basic pay — fixed by the post's pay level (see table).
- Dearness Allowance — 60% of basic from January 2026, revised every January and July.
- House Rent Allowance — 30% / 20% / 10% for X / Y / Z cities (or government accommodation instead).
- Transport Allowance — fixed by level and city, increased by DA.
- Deductions — NPS (10% of basic+DA), CGHS and professional tax.
Which SSC CGL post has the highest salary?
Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer is the highest, at pay Level 8 with an entry basic of ₹47,600. It is the only Level-8 post in SSC CGL, which is why it is usually the first preference in the post-preference form. Level-7 posts (Inspector, Assistant Section Officer, Assistant Enforcement Officer) follow closely.
Career growth and promotions
SSC CGL posts carry regular promotions along the pay matrix. For example, an Inspector (Level 7) can rise to Superintendent and beyond over the years, moving up levels with corresponding jumps in basic pay. Growth pace varies by department and cadre strength.
Sources & Official References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the in-hand salary of SSC CGL Inspector?
An Inspector post (Income Tax / Central Excise / Preventive Officer) is at pay Level 7 with an entry basic of ₹44,900. With DA at 60%, in-hand is about ₹83,200 a month in an X-class metro (HRA 30%) and about ₹71,400 in a Z-class town, after NPS and CGHS and before income tax.
Which is the highest-paying post in SSC CGL?
Assistant Audit Officer / Assistant Accounts Officer is the highest-paying SSC CGL post, at pay Level 8 with an entry basic pay of ₹47,600. It is the only Level-8 post offered through SSC CGL.
Is SSC CGL salary the same across all cities?
No. Basic pay is the same for a given post everywhere, but HRA differs by city class — 30% of basic in X-class (metro) cities, 20% in Y-class, and 10% in Z-class. So in-hand salary is higher in metros.
Does SSC CGL salary include DA?
Yes. Dearness Allowance — 60% of basic pay from January 2026 — is added to the basic and is revised twice a year. It is the largest component after basic pay in the in-hand salary.
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