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SSC CGL Salary 2025: The Staff Selection Commission conducts the SSC CGL exams every year. The SSC offers opportunities to candidates for graduate-level ministerial Government positions along with this several factors attract the candidates for this post. The SSC CGL Salary 2025 is one of the important factors that attracts candidates. The SSC CGL salary varies based on Group B and Group C categories, the salary ranges from pay level 4 to level 7. Candidates who pass the SSC CGL Exam will be appointed to various ministerial posts, each with a distinct salary structure. Candidates are advised that they must know according to the 7th Pay Commission, the SSC CGL Salary in 2025 ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹1,51,100, including all perks and benefits, which differ according to the assigned position. These benefits include House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, Traveling Allowance, Special Security Allowance, and Pension. In this blog, we have provided detailed information on SSC CGL Salary 2025 post-wise and benefits, SSC CGL salary slip, candidates must go through the complete blog.

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SSC CGL Salary 2025 Summary

SSC CGL Salary holds special significance for candidates participating in multiple selection rounds. Candidates eagerly want to know the salary and benefits provided in multiple ministerial posts on qualifying SSC CGL Exam. An overview table is provided on SSC CGL Salary 2025 covering summarized information for the candidate’s convenience.

SSC CGL Salary 2025 Summary
Name Of Organization	Staff Selection Commission
Exam Name	SSC CGL
Name of Posts	Assistant Audit Officer Assistant Accounts Officer Assistant Section Officer Assistant Inspector of Income Tax Inspector (Central Excise) Assistant Enforcement Officer Sub-Inspector Inspector Junior Statistical Officer Statistical Investigator Grade-II Auditor, Accountant/ Junior Accountant Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks Tax Assistant Upper Division Clerk
SSC CGL Salary 2025	Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 1,51,100 (including perks)
Perks & Benefits	House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, Traveling Allowance, Special Security Allowance, Special Security Allowance, Pension
Job Location	All Over India
Official Website Link	www.ssc.gov.in

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SSC CGL Salary Structure 2025

Below we have provided the detailed post-wise SSC CGL salary 2025 structure. Candidates can take a brief overview of post-wise pay level, pay scale, basic pay, and gross salary range. They must go through the table carefully to know all the post-wise salary ranges.

Pay Level of Posts		Pay Level-8	Pay Level-7	Pay Level-6	Pay Level-5	Pay Level-4
Payscale		Rs 47600 to 151100	Rs 44900 to 142400	Rs 35400 to 112400	Rs 29200 to 92300	Rs 25500 to 81100
Grade Pay		4800	4600	4200	2800	2400
Basic pay		Rs 47600	Rs 44900	Rs 35400	Rs 29200	Rs 25500
HRA (depending on the city)	X Cities (24%)	11,424	10,776	8,496	7,008	6,120
	Y Cities (16%)	7,616	7,184	5,664	4,672	4,080
	Z Cities (8%)	3,808	3,592	2,832	2,336	2,040
DA (Current- 17%)		8,092	7,633	6,018	4,964	4,335
Travel Allowance		Cities- 3600, Other Places- 1800
Gross Salary Range (Approx)	X Cities	70,716	66,909	53,514	44,772	39,555
	Y Cities	66,908	63,317	50,682	42,436	37,515
	Z Cities	63,100	57,925	46,050	38,300	33,675

SSC CGL Salary Deductions

Below we have provided the details related to the deductions that SSC does in salary. These deductions include PF, NPS, TDS, etc.

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
Inhand Salary = Gross salary – Total Deduction

SSC CGL In Hand Salary

SSC CGL In-Hand Salary depends post-wise and it varies based on the DA, HRA, Grade Pay, etc. Candidates can go through the table to know post-wise information on SSC CGL In Hand Salary. It is prepared according to the salary revisions conducted in the 7th Pay Commission.

SSC CGL Pay Level	Level 7	Level 6	Level 5	Level 4
Salary Range	Rs 44,900 to 1,42,400	Rs 35,400 to 1,12,400	Rs 29,200 to 92,300	Rs 25,500 to 81,100
Grade Pay	Rs. 4600	Rs. 4200	Rs. 2800	Rs. 2400
Basic Pay	Rs. 44,900	Rs. 35,400	Rs. 29,200	Rs. 25,500
DA (53% of Basic Pay)	Rs. 23,797	Rs. 18,762	Rs. 15,476	Rs. 13,356
HRA (X-30%; Y-20%; Z-10%)	Rs. 13,470 to Rs. 4,490	Rs. 10,620 to Rs. 3,540	Rs. 8,760 to Rs. 2,920	Rs. 7,650 to Rs. 2,550
Travel Allowances (Approx)	Rs. 5400 – 1800	Rs. 5400 – 1800	Rs. 5400 – 1800	Rs. 5400 – 1800
Govt Contribution to NPS (14% of Basic Pay + DA)	Rs. 9,618	Rs. 7,583	Rs. 6,255	Rs. 5,440
Gross Salary	Rs. 97,185 – 84,605	Rs. 77,765 – 67,085	Rs. 65,091 – 55,651	Rs. 57,346 – 48,646
NPS (10% of Basic + DA)	Rs. -6,870	Rs. -5,310	Rs. -4,380	Rs. -3,825
CGHS	Rs. -650	Rs. -450	Rs. -250	Rs. -250
CGEGIS	Rs. -60	Rs. -60	Rs. -30	Rs. -30
Approx In Hand Salary	Rs. 79,987 – 67,407	Rs. 64,362 – 53,682	Rs. 54,176 – 44,736	Rs. 47,801 – 39,101
Travel Allowances	Cities 3600 + DA, other places 1800 + DA	Cities 3600 + DA, other places 1800 + DA	Cities 3600 + DA, other places 1800 + DA	Cities 3600 + DA, other places 1800 + DA

SSC CGL Gross Salary 2025

The SSC CGL Gross Salary for 2025 is calculated based on various allowances and basic pay according to the level of the post. Here is the expected gross salary range for different levels under the SSC CGL 2025:

SSC CGL Gross Salary 2025
Posts	Group	Gross Salary	Pay Scale Level
Assistant Audit Officer (Indian Audit & Accounts Department under CAG)	B	54,864 – 61,424	Pay Level 8 (Rs 47600 to 151100)
Assistant Section Officer (Central Secretariat Service)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Assistant (Central Vigilance Commission)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Assistant (Intelligence Bureau)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Assistant (Ministry of Railway)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Assistant(Ministry of External Affairs)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Assistant(AFHQ)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Assistant(Other Ministries/ Departments)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Inspector (Central Excise)CBEC	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Inspector (Preventive Officer)CBEC	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Inspector (Examiner)CBEC	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Assistant Enforcement Officer(Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400)
Assistant(Other Ministries/ Departments)	B	32,667 – 37,119	Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400)
Sub Inspector(Central Bureau of Investigation)	B	32,667 – 37,119	Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400)
Inspector of Posts(Department of Post)	B	32,667 – 37,119	Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400)
Statistical Investigator Gr.II(Ministry of Statistics & Prog. Implementation)	B	32,667 – 37,119	Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400)
Inspector(Central Bureau of Narcotics)	B	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400)
Sub InspectorNational Investigation Agency (NIA)	B	32,667 – 37,119	Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400)
Inspector (Income Tax)CBDT	C	41,003 – 46,183	Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400)
Auditor(Offices under CAG)	C	27,766 – 31,790	Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300)
Auditor(Offices under CGDA)	C	27,766 – 31,790	Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300)
Auditor(Offices under CGA & others)	C	27,766 – 31,790	Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300)
Accountant /Junior Accountant(Offices under CGA)	C	27,766 – 31,790	Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300)
Sr. Secretariat Assistant(Central Govt. Offices/Ministries other than CSCS cadres.)	C	24,446 – 28,180	Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100)
Tax Assistant (CBDT)	C	24,446 – 28,180	Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100)
Tax Assistant (CBEC)	C	24,446 – 28,180	Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100)
Compiler(Registrar General of India)	C	24,446 – 28,180	Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100)
Sub Inspector(Central Bureau of Narcotics)	C	24,446 – 28,180	Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100)

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.

Calculation of SSC CGL Salary for Pay-Level 7

Component	Amount (INR)
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

Calculation of SSC CGL Salary for Pay-Level 6

Component	Amount (INR)
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

Calculation of SSC CGL Salary for Pay-Level 5

Component	Amount (INR)
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

Calculation of SSC CGL Salary for Pay-Level 4

Component	Amount (INR)
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

What is SSC CGL Salary Slip?

The SSC CGL salary slip is a detailed document that provides the breakdown of the monthly salary provided to the employees.

Key Components of an SSC CGL Salary Slip

Component	Description
Basic Pay	Fixed starting salary depending on the pay level/post
Dearness Allowance (DA)	Percentage of Basic Pay (revised from time to time; currently ~42%)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	Varies by city (Class X/Y/Z cities; usually 24%, 16%, 8% of Basic Pay)
Transport Allowance (TA)	Fixed amount based on posting location
Other Allowances	Includes medical, special duty, etc.
Gross Salary	Total before deductions
Deductions	Includes PF (Provident Fund), NPS (National Pension Scheme), income tax, etc.
Net Salary (In-hand)	Gross Salary – Deductions

SSC CGL Salary Slip

Below we have provided the SSC CGL Salary Slip in image format for the candidate’s convenience. They can check what details are mentioned on the slip.

SSC CGL Salary After 5 Years

The SSC CGL salary after 5 years may not or can vary because it depends on several factors such as the posts you get, promotions, rate of increments, allowances, and other factors. If an employee getting a regular promotion, the salary can be estimated as after 5 years (details provided below):

Post	Starting Salary (Rs.)	Expected Salary After 5 Years of Service (Rs.)
Assistant Audit Officer (AAO)	47,000	65,000 – 70,000
Income Tax Inspector	44,900	60,000 – 65,000
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)	44,900	60,000 – 65,000
Central Excise Inspector	44,900	60,000 – 65,000

SSC CGL Salary After 10 Years

Below we have provided the expected post-wise SSC CGL salary details after 10 years of the service.

Post	Expected Salary Range After 10 Years of Service (Rs.)
Assistant Audit Officer (AAO)	78,800 – 2,09,200
Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO)	78,800 – 2,09,200
Income Tax Officer (ITO)	78,800 – 2,09,200
Excise Inspector	44,900 – 1,42,400
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)	44,900 – 1,42,400
Assistant Enforcement Officer (AEO)	44,900 – 1,42,400
Sub Inspector (SI) – CBI	44,900 – 1,42,400
Divisional Accountant	44,900 – 1,42,400

SSC CGL Roles and Responsibility 2025

Candidates after qualifying multiple SSC CGL Selection Rounds get appointed in ministerial departments. The roles and responsibilities depend on the posts provided to them Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Assistant, Inspector (Central Excise), and Inspector of Income Tax. Keep a note of SSC CGL Roles and Responsibility 2025 as provided in the table.

SSC CGL Roles and Responsibility 2025
Posts	Job Profile
Assistant Audit Officer	– Assistant Audit Officer is responsible for conducting audits in government/public sector organizations. – They need to travel for work commitments.
Assistant Accounts Officer	– The Assistant Audit Officer holds the responsibility to perform multiple tasks such as data entry, processing, and recording transactions. – They assist the senior team members in checking work.
Assistant Section Officer	Assistant Section Officer is a lowest desk job available in Central Secretariat Services
Assistant	Assistants are assigned work responsibilities in different departments. They are responsible for compiling files, and reports, keeping track of ongoing cases, etc.
Inspector of Income Tax	The Inspector of Income Tax checks the income tax payable by people or companies. They manage and keep track of TDS and refund claim
Inspector (Central Excise)	Checking if there is any invasion of excise duty, preventing smuggling & assisting raid teams
Assistant Enforcement Officer	The Assistant Enforcement Officer is responsible for stopping forgery and money laundering.
Sub Inspector	The Assistant Enforcement Officer is responsible to stop forgery and money laundering.
Inspector	The Assistant Enforcement Officer is responsible for stopping forgery and money laundering.
Junior Statistical Officer	Junior Statistical Officer works under the Statistical Officer and does 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	Tax Assistant access, modify, and verify tax of individual or business
Upper Division Clerks	UDCs are responsible to maintain files, financial documents, and accounts

SSC CGL Salary 2025 Benefits And Promotions

Candidates are entitled to get benefits and promotions post-wise on qualifying SSC CGL Exam. Officers appointed in ministerial departments get promotions qualifying ministerial papers conducted for promotions. The first promotion happens after completing three years of service in respective departments.

SSC CGL Salary 2025 Perks and Allowances

Below we have provided the perks and allowances details that SSC provides along with the SSC CGL salary to its employees.

House Rent Allowance (HRA): Rates determined by the 7th Pay Commission based on city classification. Group X cities (e.g., Delhi, Mumbai) receive 24% of HRA on basic pay. Group Y cities (100 towns with 5 lakh population) receive 16% of HRA. Group Z (rural areas) receives 8% of HRA.
Travelling Allowance: Group X cities receive Rs 3600 transport allowance. Other cities receive Rs 1800 traveling allowance.
Medical Allowance: The government reimburses all medical expenses upon the employee’s claim.
Special Security Allowance (SSA): Employees in special organizations (e.g., CBI, IB) receive 20% of Basic Pay as SSA.
Pension: The government provides a monthly pension after retirement. Deduction from salary contributes to the pension fund.

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SSC CGL Salary 2025: FAQs

What is SSC CGL Salary 2025?

SSC CGL Salary 2025 is Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 1,51,100 monthly.

Are there any perks and benefits added to SSC CGL Salary 2025?

Yes, perks & benefits are provided post-wise in SSC CGL Salary.

What are the perks and benefits added to SSC CGL Salary 2025?

The Perks & Benefits included in SSC CGL Salary 2025 include House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, Traveling Allowance, Special Security Allowance, Special Security Allowance, and Pension.

What is the level 8 basic pay in SSC CGL?

The basic pay scale of Level 8 in SSC CGL is Rs 47,600.

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