SSC CGL Salary 2026: Post-Wise Structure, Allowances and In-Hand Salary

Age Limits

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 27 years Note: Age relaxations as per government rules may apply for reserved categories and service preferences.

Eligibility Overview

• Educational Qualification: Graduation from a recognized university. Some posts may require specific degrees or qualifications as detailed in the official notification.
• Age Criteria: Typically, a general age range of 18 to 27 years is applicable, with relaxations as per government rules. Refer to the official notification for category-wise age relaxations.

Important Dates

• Notification: Expected in April 2026 (notified date to be announced)
• Apply Online: To be announced
• Tier 1 Exam: To be announced

Application Fees

• General/OBC: ₹100
• SC/ST/PWD/Ex-servicemen and female candidates: Exempt from fees in many cases
• Fee payment methods: Online via accepted channels (net banking, debit/credit cards, etc.)
• Fee exemptions and rules are subject to official notification; please verify on the SSC portal.

Salary and Pay Details

• Salary Structure: Basic pay ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹1,51,100 under Pay Levels 4 to 8.
• In-Hand Salary: Approximately ₹33,000 to ₹80,000+ per month, depending on city, post, and deductions.
• Major Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Medical benefits, and other perquisites.
• Deductions: NPS, CGHS, tax, and other standard deductions.
• City Variations: In-hand salary varies by city category (X, Y, Z) based on HRA eligibility.
• Posts and Pay Levels: See post-wise pay level allocations and corresponding basic pay in the official notification.

Post-Wise Pay Levels (Summary)

• Level-8: ₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100
• Level-7: ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400
• Level-6: ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400
• Level-5: ₹29,200 - ₹92,300
• Level-4: ₹25,500 - ₹81,100

Deductions and Perks

• Deductions include NPS contributions, CGHS, CGEGIS, Income Tax, and Professional Tax where applicable.
• Perks include pension under NPS and other benefits as per the employer’s policy.

Note

• The figures above are indicative and may be revised with the annual DA changes and city reclassification. Always refer to the official SSC notification for precise numbers and post-specific details.