What is the starting salary for Level 10 in 7th CPC?

The entry-level basic pay for Level 10 under the 7th CPC is ₹56,100 per month (Cell 1). With DA at 60%, the basic + DA comes to ₹89,760.

What is the in-hand salary for Level 10 in 2026?

For a Level 10 employee at entry pay (₹56,100) posted in an X-class city with DA at 60%, the approximate in-hand salary is around ₹97,614 per month after NPS deduction. This varies based on city class, additional allowances, and deductions.

What will Level 10 salary be after 8th CPC?

Under the projected 8th CPC (fitment factor 1.92×), the entry pay for Level 10 would rise from ₹56,100 to approximately ₹1,07,712. DA resets to 0% as it merges into the new basic pay. The overall in-hand salary is expected to increase by 20-25%.

Which posts come under Level 10?

Level 10 covers the following posts and designations: Under Secretary, Deputy Secretary (Jr), Assistant Professor. This is a Group A level. The 6th CPC equivalent was Grade Pay ₹5,400 in PB-3 (₹15,600–₹39,100).

How much is Level 10 HRA in X, Y, and Z class city?

At entry pay ₹56,100: X-city HRA (30%) = ₹16,830/month, Y-city HRA (20%) = ₹11,220/month, Z-city HRA (10%) = ₹5,610/month. These rates apply after DA crossed 50%.

What is the maximum basic pay in Level 10?

The maximum basic pay at Level 10 is ₹1,77,500 (Cell 40). This is reached after 39 annual increments of approximately 3% each, representing roughly 39 years of service at this level.

Level 10 — Group A Salary Breakdown

Complete pay matrix, in-hand salary calculator, and 8th CPC projection for Level 10 employees (Under Secretary, Deputy Secretary (Jr), Assistant Professor).

Entry Pay

₹56,100

Max Pay

₹1,77,500

Increments

8th CPC Entry (Est.)

₹1,07,712

Last Updated: April 2026

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Level 10 Pay Matrix — All 40 Increments

Index	7th CPC Basic Pay (₹)	8th CPC Projected (₹)
1 (Entry)	₹56,100	₹1,07,712
2	₹57,800	₹1,10,976
3	₹59,500	₹1,14,240
4	₹61,300	₹1,17,696
5	₹63,100	₹1,21,152
6	₹65,000	₹1,24,800
7	₹67,000	₹1,28,640
8	₹69,000	₹1,32,480
9	₹71,100	₹1,36,512
10	₹73,200	₹1,40,544
11	₹75,400	₹1,44,768
12	₹77,700	₹1,49,184
13	₹80,000	₹1,53,600
14	₹82,400	₹1,58,208
15	₹84,900	₹1,63,008
16	₹87,400	₹1,67,808
17	₹90,000	₹1,72,800
18	₹92,700	₹1,77,984
19	₹95,500	₹1,83,360
20	₹98,400	₹1,88,928
21 (Mid)	₹1,01,400	₹1,94,688
22	₹1,04,400	₹2,00,448
23	₹1,07,500	₹2,06,400
24	₹1,10,700	₹2,12,544
25	₹1,14,000	₹2,18,880
26	₹1,17,400	₹2,25,408
27	₹1,20,900	₹2,32,128
28	₹1,24,500	₹2,39,040
29	₹1,28,200	₹2,46,144
30	₹1,32,000	₹2,53,440
31	₹1,36,000	₹2,61,120
32	₹1,40,100	₹2,68,992
33	₹1,44,300	₹2,77,056
34	₹1,48,600	₹2,85,312
35	₹1,53,000	₹2,93,760
36	₹1,57,600	₹3,02,592
37	₹1,62,300	₹3,11,616
38	₹1,67,200	₹3,21,024
39	₹1,72,200	₹3,30,624
40	₹1,77,500	₹3,40,800

Each row ≈ 3% annual increment (granted every 1 July). 8th CPC values use estimated fitment factor of 1.92×. View full Pay Matrix (all levels) →

Level 10 In-Hand Salary Calculator

Basic Pay (Cell)

City Category

DA Rate (%)

NPS

Earnings (7th CPC)

Basic Pay₹56,100

DA (60%)₹33,660

HRA (30%)₹16,830

TA₹7,200

DA on TA₹4,320

Gross Salary₹1,18,110

Deductions

NPS (10%)−₹8,976

CGHS−₹650

Income Tax (est.)−₹7,050

Total Deductions₹16,676

Net In-Hand Salary (Monthly)

₹1,01,434

Annual CTC (incl. employer NPS): ₹15,68,112

8th CPC Projected In-Hand

₹1,23,593

+22% increase

Approximate calculation using X-city rates, DA 60%, TA for higher TPTA cities. Actual salary may vary based on other allowances/deductions. Use the full CPC Calculator for a precise breakdown.

8th CPC Salary Projection for Level 10

Component	7th CPC (Current)	8th CPC (Projected)
Basic Pay	₹56,100	₹1,07,712
DA	60% (₹33,660)	0% (merged)
HRA (X-city)	30% (₹16,830)	~24% (₹25,851)
Gross (approx)	₹1,06,590	₹1,33,563
NPS Deduction	₹8,976	₹10,771
Net In-Hand (approx)	₹97,614	₹1,22,792
Estimated Increase		+26%

Based on entry pay with fitment factor 1.92×. 8th CPC HRA starts at 24% (X-city) since DA is 0%. Actual values await official 8th CPC report. Calculate your personalized 7th vs 8th CPC salary →

About Level 10 — Posts & Designations

Under Secretary Deputy Secretary (Jr) Assistant Professor Group A

Level 10 covers Under Secretaries, junior Deputy Secretaries, and Assistant Professors in central universities. Under Secretaries are the key decision-makers in the Central Secretariat — they handle section-level policy decisions, draft cabinet notes, and represent their ministry in inter-ministerial meetings. Recruitment is through UPSC or promotion from Level 9. Promotion leads to Level 11 (Deputy Secretary).

6th CPC Equivalent

Grade Pay ₹5,400

PB-3 (₹15,600–₹39,100)

Promotion Pathway

→ Level 11 (Deputy Secretary)

From Level 9

Level 9 vs Level 10 vs Level 11

Aspect	Level 9	Level 10	Level 11
Entry Pay	₹53,100	₹56,100	₹67,700
Max Pay	₹1,67,800	₹1,77,500	₹2,08,700
Increments	40	40	39
HRA (X-city)	₹15,930	₹16,830	₹20,310
In-Hand (approx)	₹92,394	₹97,614	₹1,17,798
Typical Post	Deputy Director	Under Secretary	Deputy Secretary

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