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The Staff Selection Commission conducts the SSC CGL Exam to recruit the most deserving candidates for Group B and Group C posts. Candidates applying for the SSC CGL Examination must know about the SSC CGL Notification 2024 and the SSC CGL Salary.
The SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination is among the most sought-after government job exams. Candidates must go through the article below to better understand the various job posts under SSC CGL, salary, perks, allowances, etc.
SSC CGL Salary 2024
After the 7th pay commission, the SSC CGL Salary varies between Rs. 25,500 and 1,51,000 (including perks), depending on the designation and job profile.
The SSC CGL Salary is enough for candidates to take up this job. It offers very lucrative posts with the Government, job stability, handsome Salary, and many additional perks and benefits, which make the job very desirable among youngsters. Candidates can check detailed information on post-wise in-hand SSC CGL Salary 2024 after the 7th pay commission.
SSC CGL Salary Structure – Post-wise
After the 7th pay commission, salaries for all posts will increase. The latest post-wise SSC CGL Salary structure is given below.
Posts | Group | Gross Salary | Pay Level (PL) | In Hand Salary |
Assistant Section Officer (Central Secretariat Service) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Assistant (Central Vigilance Commission) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Assistant (Intelligence Bureau) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Assistant (Ministry of Railway) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Assistant(Ministry of External Affairs) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Assistant(AFHQ) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Assistant(Other Ministries/ Departments) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Inspector (Central Excise)CBEC | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Inspector (Preventive Officer)CBEC | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Inspector (Examiner)CBEC | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Assistant Enforcement Officer(Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Assistant(Other Ministries/ Departments) | B | 32,667 – 37,119 | Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400) | 29,455 – 33,907 |
Sub Inspector(Central Bureau of Investigation) | B | 32,667 – 37,119 | Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400) | 29,455 – 33,907 |
Inspector of Posts(Department of Post) | B | 32,667 – 37,119 | Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400) | 29,455 – 33,907 |
Statistical Investigator Gr.II(Ministry of Statistics & Prog. Implementation) | B | 32,667 – 37,119 | Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400) | 29,455 – 33,907 |
Inspector(Central Bureau of Narcotics) | B | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Sub InspectorNational Investigation Agency (NIA) | B | 32,667 – 37,119 | Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400) | 29,455 – 33,907 |
Inspector (Income Tax)CBDT | C | 41,003 – 46,183 | Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400) | 36,864 – 42,044 |
Auditor(Offices under CAG) | C | 27,766 – 31,790 | Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300) | 25,123 – 29,147 |
Auditor(Offices under CGDA) | C | 27,766 – 31,790 | Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300) | 25,123 – 29,147 |
Auditor(Offices under CGA & others) | C | 27,766 – 31,790 | Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300) | 25,123 – 29,147 |
Accountant /Junior Accountant(Offices under CGA) | C | 27,766 – 31,790 | Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300) | 25,123 – 29,147 |
Sr. Secretariat Assistant(Central Govt. Offices/Ministries other than CSCS cadres.) | C | 24,446 – 28,180 | Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100) | 22,121 – 25,855 |
Tax Assistant (CBDT) | C | 24,446 – 28,180 | Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100) | 22,121 – 25,855 |
Tax Assistant (CBEC) | C | 24,446 – 28,180 | Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100) | 22,121 – 25,855 |
Compiler(Registrar General of India) | C | 24,446 – 28,180 | Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100) | 22,121 – 25,855 |
Sub Inspector(Central Bureau of Narcotics) | C | 24,446 – 28,180 | Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100) | 22,121 – 25,855 |
SSC CGL Salary- City-wise
Class | Percentage |
Class X | 8 Cities only- 24% HRA (Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Pune) |
Class Y | Around 100 Towns (With a Population above 5 Lakhs) – 16% HRA |
Class Z | Rural Areas – 8% HRA |
SSC CGL Salary Structure- Deductions
There are also some deductions in the SSC CGL Salary like the NPS, PF, TDS, and other taxes as levied by the government. Candidates can check the details of the deductions in the table below.
Salary Head | Deductions |
National Pension Scheme | 10% on Basic Pay |
Employee Provident Fund | Based on the employee’s Basic pay which is 12% of SSC CGL Salary (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance). |
TDS and other taxes like Education Cess will be deducted.Total Deduction = NPS+EPF+Tax (TDS)+Other deductions. Gross Salary = Basic Pay + DA + TA + HRA |
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Inhand Salary = Gross salary – Total Deduction |
SSC CGL Salary – 7th Pay Commission (Grade-wise)
Candidates can check the Grade Pay-wise Salary of SSC CGL in the tables given below. Candidates can see how Travelling Allowance (TA), Dearness Allowance (DA), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) are calculated for different cities and what are the deductions from the salary.
SSC CGL Salary – Pay Scale 7
Candidates can check the salary of Pay Level 7 posts for x, y, and z categories cities.
SSC CGL Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400) |
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City | X | Y | Z |
Basic | 44900 | 44900 | 44900 |
TA | 3600 | 1800 | 1800 |
DA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
HRA | 44900*0.24 = 10776 | 44900*0.16 = 7184 | 44900*0.08 = 3529 |
DA on TA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Gross Salary | 59276 | 53884 | 50292 |
GPF (NPS) | 4490 | 4490 | 4490 |
CGEGIS | 2500 | 2500 | 2500 |
CGHS | 325 | 325 | 325 |
Net Salary | 51961 | 46569 | 42977 |
SSC CGL Salary – Pay Scale 6
Candidates can check the salary of Pay Level 6 posts for x, y, and z categories cities.
SSC CGL Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400) |
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City | X | Y | Z |
Basic | 35400 | 35400 | 35400 |
TA | 3600 | 1800 | 1800 |
DA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
HRA | 35400*0.24 = 8496 | 35400*0.16 = 5664 | 35400*0.08 = 2832 |
DA on TA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Gross Salary | 47496 | 42864 | 40032 |
GPF (NPS) | 3540 | 3540 | 3540 |
CGEGIS | 2500 | 2500 | 2500 |
CGHS | 225 | 225 | 225 |
Net Salary | 41231 | 36599 | 33767 |
SSC CGL Salary- Pay Scale 5
Candidates can check the salary of Pay Level 5 posts for x, y, and z categories cities.
SSC CGL Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300) |
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City | X | Y | Z |
Basic | 29200 | 29200 | 29200 |
TA | 3600 | 1800 | 1800 |
DA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
HRA | 29200*0.24 = 7008 | 29200*0.16 = 4672 | 29200*0.08 = 2336 |
DA on TA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Gross Salary | 39808 | 35672 | 33336 |
GPF (NPS) | 2920 | 2920 | 2920 |
CGEGIS | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 |
CGHS | 125 | 125 | 125 |
Net Salary | 35263 | 31127 | 28791 |
SSC CGL Salary- Pay Scale 4
Candidates can check the salary of Pay Level 4 posts for x, y, and z categories cities.
SSC CGL Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100) |
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City | X | Y | Z |
Basic | 25500 | 25500 | 25500 |
TA | 3600 | 1800 | 1800 |
DA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
HRA | 25500*0.24 = 6120 | 25500*0.16 = 4080 | 25500*0.08 = 2040 |
DA on TA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Gross Salary | 35200 | 31380 | 29340 |
GPF (NPS) | 2250 | 2250 | 2250 |
CGEGIS | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 |
CGHS | 125 | 125 | 125 |
Net Salary | 31045 | 27205 | 25165 |
SSC CGL Job Profile
The candidates need to realize whether they are an impeccable fit for the job or not. As mentioned, it is a good opportunity to get an entry-level job in the government sector. The role of various Group B & C Posts includes the following:
SSC CGL Job Profile |
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Posts | Job Profile |
Assistant Section Officer | It is a desk job and the lowest post in the Central Secretariat Services |
Assistant | Different clerical responsibilities in different departments. Compiling files, and reports, keeping track of ongoing cases, etc. |
Inspector of Income Tax | Assessing Income Tax payable by people or companies. Managing TDS and refund claim |
Inspector (Central Excise) | Checking if there is any invasion of excise duty, preventing smuggling & assisting raid teams |
Assistant Enforcement Officer | Preventing forgery and money laundering |
Sub Inspector | Gather information and make enquiry and investigations |
Inspector | Illegal manufacture and transport of opium |
Junior Statistical Officer | Assisting the Statistical Officer in drafting documents, data entry and tabulation |
Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Drafting Documents, preparing survey reports, editing and compiling existing data |
Auditor | Audit expense details of the State Departments |
Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Passing of various bills, salary allowances, office expenses, pension-related issues |
Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks | Clerical level post. Requires employees to maintain files & data entry |
Tax Assistant | Access, modify, and verify tax of individual or business |
Upper Division Clerks | Maintain files, financial documents, and accounts |
SSC CGL Allowances & Perks
- House Rent Allowance: The 7th Pay Commission has finalized the rate of HRA, which varies depending on the classification of cities proposed by the government. The detailed HRA is mentioned below.
- Travelling Allowance: The selected candidates for group X cities will be provided with Rs 3600 transport allowances while the other two will be given a Rs 1800 travelling allowance for their travelling to cities.
- Medical Allowance:Â The reimbursement of all medical expenses of the treatment to the government employee or their family will be done by the government.
- Special Security Allowance: If the candidate works for some special organization, such as CBI, IB, or any Security agency he will be given an extra 20% of Basic Pay as Special Security Allowance (SSA) in their gross pay.
- Pension: During old age, a handsome amount will be provided for your expenses, and a part of this will be deducted from your salary every month.
How to Calculate SSC CGL Salary?
To calculate the SSC CGL Salary for various pay levels, follow the given calculations. The formula used to calculate SSC CGL Salary is Basic Pay+ Grade Pay+ Pay Scale+ Allowances- Deductions.
Pay-Level 7
Component | Amount (INR) |
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Basic Pay | 44,900 |
HRA (X Cities) | 10,776 |
HRA (Y Cities) | 7,184 |
HRA (Z Cities) | 3,592 |
DA (Current) | 22,450 |
Travel Allowance | Cities – 3,600, Other Places – 1,800 |
DA on TA | 50% of TA |
Gross Salary (X Cities) | 83,526 |
Gross Salary (Y Cities) | 77,234 |
Gross Salary (Z Cities) | 73,642 |
Pay-Level 6
Component | Amount (INR) |
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Basic Pay | 35,400 |
HRA (X Cities) | 8,496 |
HRA (Y Cities) | 5,664 |
HRA (Z Cities) | 2,832 |
DA (Current) | 17,700 |
Travel Allowance | Cities – 3,600, Other Places – 1,800 |
DA on TA | 50% of TA |
Gross Salary (X Cities) | 66,996 |
Gross Salary (Y Cities) | 61,464 |
Gross Salary (Z Cities) | 58,632 |
Pay-Level 5
Component | Amount (INR) |
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Basic Pay | 29,200 |
HRA (X Cities) | 7,008 |
HRA (Y Cities) | 4,672 |
HRA (Z Cities) | 2,336 |
DA (Current) | 14,600 |
Travel Allowance | Cities – 3,600, Other Places – 1,800 |
DA on TA | 50% of TA |
Gross Salary (X Cities) | 56,208 |
Gross Salary (Y Cities) | 51,172 |
Gross Salary (Z Cities) | 48,836 |
Pay-Level 4
Component | Amount (INR) |
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Basic Pay | 25,500 |
HRA (X Cities) | 6,120 |
HRA (Y Cities) | 4,080 |
HRA (Z Cities) | 2,040 |
DA (Current) | 12,775 |
Travel Allowance | Cities – 3,600, Other Places – 1,800 |
DA on TA | 50% of TA |
Gross Salary (X Cities) | 49,795 |
Gross Salary (Y Cities) | 45,055 |
Gross Salary (Z Cities) | 43,015 |
SSC CGL Salary Slip 2024
For the convenience of the candidates, we have shared the SSC CGL Salary Slip 2024 below.
Note:Â The salary slip shared below is based on the salary withdrawn by an employee in 2022. There are certain revisions in the salary from time to time and the actual salary in 2024-25 may differ.