TGT, PGT & PRT Teacher Salary 2026 — 7th CPC Pay Levels & In-hand
PRT, TGT and PGT salary by 7th CPC level
The three teaching grades map to 7th CPC pay levels in central-government schools (KVS, NVS and Central-government-aided schools). PRT (Primary Teacher) teaches primary classes, TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) middle/secondary, and PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) senior secondary. State-government teacher scales vary and are often close to these levels.
| Grade | Pay Level | Basic Pay (₹) | Approx in-hand, town–metro (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) | Level 8 | 47,600 | 75,500–87,900 |
| TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) | Level 7 | 44,900 | 71,400–83,200 |
| PRT (Primary Teacher) | Level 6 | 35,400 | 56,900–66,900 |
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%). State-government teacher pay scales differ from these central levels.
Allowances for teachers
- Dearness Allowance — 60% of basic from January 2026 (central schools).
- House Rent Allowance — 30% / 20% / 10% by city, or school quarters.
- Transport Allowance — by city and level.
- Deductions — NPS, CGHS and professional tax.
Career growth for teachers
Teachers progress through the grades and into administrative roles — a PRT can qualify as a TGT and then PGT; a PGT can become Vice-Principal and Principal, each at a higher pay level. Regular 3% increments raise basic pay within a grade. State cadres have their own promotion and pay-revision cycles.
Sources & Official References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the in-hand salary of a PGT teacher?
A PGT in a central-government school is at pay Level 8 (basic ₹47,600). With DA at 60%, in-hand is about ₹87,900 a month in a metro and about ₹75,500 in a Z-class town, after NPS and CGHS and before income tax.
What is the difference between TGT, PGT and PRT salary?
PRT is at pay Level 6 (₹35,400), TGT at Level 7 (₹44,900) and PGT at Level 8 (₹47,600) in central-government schools. PGT is the highest of the three, reflecting the senior-secondary teaching role.
Do state-government teachers get the same salary?
Not exactly. State governments set their own teacher pay scales, which are often close to these central levels but vary by state and pay-revision cycle. Central schools like KVS and NVS use the 7th CPC levels shown here.
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