7th Pay Commission Pay Level 6 Salary Structure 2026
Detailed breakdown of Grade Pay ₹4,200, entry basic pay of ₹35,400/month, allowances (DA 50%, HRA, TA), and estimated in-hand pay across X, Y, and Z class cities.
📊 Pay Level 6 In-Hand Salary Comparison (X vs Y vs Z Cities)
| Component | X-City (Metro / 30% HRA) | Y-City (Town / 20% HRA) | Z-City (Rural / 10% HRA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA 50%) | +₹17,700 | +₹17,700 | +₹17,700 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | +₹10,620 | +₹7,080 | +₹3,540 |
| Transport Allowance (TA + DA) | +₹5,400 | +₹2,700 | +₹2,700 |
| Gross Monthly Salary | ₹69,120 | ₹62,880 | ₹59,340 |
| NPS Employee (10% BP+DA) | -₹5,310 | -₹5,310 | -₹5,310 |
| CGHS, CGEGIS & PT | -₹710 | -₹710 | -₹710 |
| 💵 In-Hand Net Monthly Pay | ₹63,100 | ₹56,860 | ₹53,320 |
🏛️ Popular Government Posts Under Pay Level 6
Recruitments that fall under Pay Level 6 (Grade Pay ₹4,200) across Central Government ministries, Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Railways, and State PSCs include:
🔥 Active Government Jobs at Pay Level 6
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NIC Scientific/Technical Assistant-A Recruitment 2026 f...
EMRS Pallong Non-Teaching Staff Recruitment 2026
CSIR Madras Complex Security Assistant Recruitment 2026
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions on Pay Level 6
What is the in-hand salary for 7th CPC Pay Level 6 in 2026?
For Pay Level 6 (Starting Basic ₹35,400), the estimated in-hand monthly salary is approximately ₹63,100 in X-Class Metro Cities, ₹56,860 in Y-Class Cities, and ₹53,320 in Z-Class Rural Areas after all statutory NPS and health deductions.
What is the Grade Pay and Basic Pay range for Pay Level 6?
Pay Level 6 corresponds to Grade Pay ₹4,200 (Group 'B'). The starting entry basic pay is ₹35,400 and progresses up to ₹112,400 per month.
Which government posts are recruited under Pay Level 6?
Common recruitments under Pay Level 6 include: Sub Inspector (SI in Delhi Police/CAPF), Junior Engineer (JE), Executive Assistant, Station Master, Senior Commercial Clerk.
