SSC Salary

SSC salary varies according to the examination, post, pay level and department. SSC recruits candidates for Group B and Group C posts with different basic pay scales under the Central Government pay matrix.

The salary an employee receives is not limited to basic pay. It generally includes basic pay along with applicable allowances, while deductions such as NPS and other recoveries affect the final in-hand salary.

SSC Salary at a Glance

SSC Exam	Major Posts	Pay Level	Basic Pay Range
SSC CGL	Assistant, Inspector, Auditor, Tax Assistant and others	Level 4 to Level 8	₹25,500 to ₹1,51,100
SSC CHSL	LDC/JSA, DEO and other posts	Level 2 to Level 5*	₹19,900 to ₹1,42,400*
SSC MTS	MTS, Havaldar	Level 1	₹18,000 to ₹56,900
SSC GD	Constable (GD), Rifleman (GD)	Level 3	₹21,700 to ₹69,100
SSC CPO	Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs	Level 6	₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
SSC JE	Junior Engineer	Level 6	₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
SSC Stenographer	Grade C, Grade D	Level 4 to Level 7	₹25,500 to ₹1,42,400*
SSC Selection Post	Posts at 10th, 12th and graduate levels	Varies	Varies by post
SSC JHT	Junior Hindi Translator and related posts	Level 6 and above*	Depends on the post

Pay level and pay range can vary by the specific post, department or recruitment notification.

SSC CGL Salary

SSC CGL offers posts across several pay levels. The salary depends on the post allocated to the candidate and the department.

The 2026 SSC CGL notification includes posts in Pay Level 8, Level 7 and other levels. Pay Level 8 has a basic pay range of ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100, while Pay Level 7 has a range of ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400.

Common SSC CGL posts include:

Assistant Section Officer
Assistant
Inspector of Income Tax
Inspector in CBIC
Assistant Enforcement Officer
Sub-Inspector
Auditor
Accountant
Tax Assistant

For detailed post-wise information, see SSC CGL Salary.

SSC CHSL Salary

SSC CHSL is mainly used for recruitment to clerical and data-entry positions.

Common posts include:

Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
Data Entry Operator (DEO)

The salary depends on the post and its corresponding pay level. Candidates should check the particular SSC CHSL notification for the exact pay level applicable to the post.

See SSC CHSL Salary for post-wise salary, allowances and career progression.

SSC MTS Salary

SSC MTS recruits candidates for Multi-Tasking Staff positions under the Central Government. MTS is generally placed in Pay Level 1, with a basic pay range of ₹18,000 to ₹56,900.

The final salary depends on the applicable allowances and deductions.

The SSC MTS salary structure can include:

Basic Pay
Dearness Allowance
House Rent Allowance, where applicable
Transport Allowance, where applicable
Other applicable allowances
NPS and other deductions

See SSC MTS Salary for a detailed breakdown.

SSC GD Salary

SSC GD recruits Constable (General Duty) personnel for Central Armed Police Forces and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles.

The post is generally placed at Pay Level 3, with a basic pay range of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100.

In addition to basic pay, eligible employees receive applicable allowances and benefits according to government rules and the nature and location of their posting.

See SSC GD Salary for the complete salary structure.

SSC CPO Salary

SSC CPO recruits Sub-Inspectors in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces.

The Sub-Inspector post is placed at Pay Level 6, with a basic pay range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.

The overall salary can include applicable allowances such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and Transport Allowance, subject to the applicable rules.

See SSC CPO Salary for post-wise salary and allowances.

SSC JE Salary

SSC JE recruits Junior Engineers in Civil, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines for various Central Government departments and organizations.

Junior Engineer posts are generally placed at Pay Level 6, with a basic pay range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.

The salary package consists of basic pay and applicable government allowances, while deductions affect the final amount received by the employee.

See SSC JE Salary for Civil, Electrical and Mechanical engineering posts.

SSC Stenographer Salary

SSC Stenographer recruitment includes Grade C and Grade D positions.

The applicable pay level can differ by grade and department. Current SSC vacancy information for the 2026 examination shows Grade C posts at both Pay Level 6 and Pay Level 7, depending on the department.

Grade D posts are generally placed at Pay Level 4.

See SSC Stenographer Salary for Grade C and Grade D salary details.

SSC Selection Post Salary

SSC Selection Post does not have one fixed salary structure because the examination covers different posts and departments.

Posts are advertised at different educational levels:

10th level
12th level
Graduate level

The pay level and salary depend on the particular post code and department mentioned in the recruitment notification.

Therefore, candidates should check the individual Selection Post notification before comparing salaries.

See SSC Selection Post Salary for post-wise details.

SSC JHT Salary

SSC Junior Hindi Translator recruitment covers translation-related positions in Central Government departments.

The applicable pay level depends on the specific post mentioned in the recruitment notification. Candidates should check the latest SSC JHT notification for the exact pay scale and allowances.

See SSC JHT Salary for detailed post-wise information.

SSC Basic Pay vs In-Hand Salary

Basic pay and in-hand salary are not the same.

Basic Pay is the amount assigned to the employee according to the applicable Pay Level in the government pay matrix.

Gross Salary generally includes basic pay and applicable allowances.

In-Hand Salary is the amount remaining after applicable deductions from the gross salary.

A simple way to understand it is:

In-Hand Salary = Basic Pay + Applicable Allowances − Applicable Deductions

The actual amount received every month can differ between employees even when they have the same post because of posting location, allowances, deductions and other service conditions.

Allowances in SSC Salary

Depending on the post and applicable government rules, SSC employees may receive allowances such as:

Dearness Allowance

Dearness Allowance (DA) is linked to basic pay and is revised by the Government from time to time.

House Rent Allowance

HRA depends on the applicable government rules and the employee’s posting location.

Transport Allowance

Eligible employees may receive Transport Allowance according to the applicable rules.

Other Benefits

Depending on the post and department, employees may receive other admissible benefits and allowances.

Because allowance rates can change, the latest government orders should be checked when calculating current in-hand salary.

Which SSC Exam Has the Highest Salary?

SSC CGL includes several posts across higher Pay Levels, including Level 8 and Level 7 posts. Other SSC examinations also offer posts at different Pay Levels.

However, salary should not be compared only on the basis of basic pay. The department, post, location, allowances, duties and career progression can also affect the overall employment package.

How Is SSC Salary Calculated?

SSC salary calculation generally follows these components:

Basic Pay + Applicable Allowances = Gross Salary

After applicable deductions:

Gross Salary − Deductions = In-Hand Salary

Common deductions can include NPS contributions and other applicable recoveries.

The exact calculation depends on the employee’s post, department, location and applicable rules.

SSC Salary After 5 Years

SSC employees progress through the government pay matrix through annual increments and promotions, subject to the applicable service rules.

Salary after five years therefore cannot be represented by one fixed amount for every SSC employee.

It depends on:

Initial Pay Level
Annual increments
Promotion
Department
Posting location
Applicable allowances
Government pay and allowance revisions

For career progression, see SSC Promotion and SSC Career Growth.

SSC Salary: What Should You Check?

Before comparing two SSC jobs, check these factors:

Pay Level and basic pay
Post and department
Posting location
Applicable allowances
Deductions
Promotion opportunities
Job responsibilities
Transfer and posting conditions

This gives a more useful comparison than looking at basic salary alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary of SSC employees?

SSC salary depends on the examination and post. Different SSC posts are placed in different Pay Levels, so there is no single salary for all SSC employees.

Which SSC exam offers a high Pay Level?

SSC CGL includes posts in higher Pay Levels, including Level 8 and Level 7 posts. The exact post and department determine the applicable salary.

What is the basic salary of SSC MTS?

SSC MTS is generally placed in Pay Level 1, with a basic pay range of ₹18,000 to ₹56,900.

What is the salary of SSC GD?

SSC GD Constable is generally placed in Pay Level 3, with a basic pay range of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100.

What is the salary of SSC CPO?

SSC CPO Sub-Inspector posts are placed in Pay Level 6, with a basic pay range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.

What is the salary of SSC JE?

SSC JE posts are generally placed in Pay Level 6, with a basic pay range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.

Does SSC salary increase every year?

Government employees generally receive annual increments according to the applicable pay rules. Promotions and changes in allowances can also affect salary.

Is SSC in-hand salary fixed?

No. In-hand salary varies because allowances and deductions can differ according to the post, department, posting location and applicable rules.