What is the starting salary for Level 5 in 7th CPC?

The entry-level basic pay for Level 5 under the 7th CPC is ₹29,200 per month (Cell 1). With DA at 60%, the basic + DA comes to ₹46,720.

What is the in-hand salary for Level 5 in 2026?

For a Level 5 employee at entry pay (₹29,200) posted in an X-class city with DA at 60%, the approximate in-hand salary is around ₹50,808 per month after NPS deduction. This varies based on city class, additional allowances, and deductions.

What will Level 5 salary be after 8th CPC?

Under the projected 8th CPC (fitment factor 1.92×), the entry pay for Level 5 would rise from ₹29,200 to approximately ₹56,064. 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 5?

Level 5 covers the following posts and designations: Senior Clerk, Head Clerk. This is a Group C level. The 6th CPC equivalent was Grade Pay ₹2,800 in PB-1 (₹5,200–₹20,200).

How much is Level 5 HRA in X, Y, and Z class city?

At entry pay ₹29,200: X-city HRA (30%) = ₹8,760/month, Y-city HRA (20%) = ₹5,840/month, Z-city HRA (10%) = ₹2,920/month. These rates apply after DA crossed 50%.

What is the maximum basic pay in Level 5?

The maximum basic pay at Level 5 is ₹90,300 (Cell 40). This is reached after 39 annual increments of approximately 3% each, representing roughly 39 years of service at this level.

Level 5 — Group C Salary Breakdown

Complete pay matrix, in-hand salary calculator, and 8th CPC projection for Level 5 employees (Senior Clerk, Head Clerk).

Entry Pay

₹29,200

Max Pay

₹90,300

Increments

8th CPC Entry (Est.)

₹56,064

Last Updated: April 2026

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Level 5 Pay Matrix — All 40 Increments

Index	7th CPC Basic Pay (₹)	8th CPC Projected (₹)
1 (Entry)	₹29,200	₹56,064
2	₹30,100	₹57,792
3	₹31,000	₹59,520
4	₹31,900	₹61,248
5	₹32,900	₹63,168
6	₹33,900	₹65,088
7	₹34,900	₹67,008
8	₹35,900	₹68,928
9	₹37,000	₹71,040
10	₹38,100	₹73,152
11	₹39,200	₹75,264
12	₹40,400	₹77,568
13	₹41,600	₹79,872
14	₹42,800	₹82,176
15	₹44,100	₹84,672
16	₹45,400	₹87,168
17	₹46,700	₹89,664
18	₹48,100	₹92,352
19	₹49,500	₹95,040
20	₹50,900	₹97,728
21 (Mid)	₹52,400	₹1,00,608
22	₹53,900	₹1,03,488
23	₹55,500	₹1,06,560
24	₹57,100	₹1,09,632
25	₹58,800	₹1,12,896
26	₹60,500	₹1,16,160
27	₹62,300	₹1,19,616
28	₹64,100	₹1,23,072
29	₹66,000	₹1,26,720
30	₹67,900	₹1,30,368
31	₹69,900	₹1,34,208
32	₹71,900	₹1,38,048
33	₹74,000	₹1,42,080
34	₹76,100	₹1,46,112
35	₹78,300	₹1,50,336
36	₹80,600	₹1,54,752
37	₹82,900	₹1,59,168
38	₹85,300	₹1,63,776
39	₹87,800	₹1,68,576
40	₹90,300	₹1,73,376

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 5 In-Hand Salary Calculator

Basic Pay (Cell)

City Category

DA Rate (%)

NPS

Earnings (7th CPC)

Basic Pay₹29,200

DA (60%)₹17,520

HRA (30%)₹8,760

TA₹3,600

DA on TA₹2,160

Gross Salary₹61,240

Deductions

NPS (10%)−₹4,672

CGHS−₹450

Income Tax (est.)−₹0

Total Deductions₹5,122

Net In-Hand Salary (Monthly)

₹56,118

Annual CTC (incl. employer NPS): ₹8,13,372

8th CPC Projected In-Hand

₹70,175

+25% 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 5

Component	7th CPC (Current)	8th CPC (Projected)
Basic Pay	₹29,200	₹56,064
DA	60% (₹17,520)	0% (merged)
HRA (X-city)	30% (₹8,760)	~24% (₹13,455)
Gross (approx)	₹55,480	₹69,519
NPS Deduction	₹4,672	₹5,606
Net In-Hand (approx)	₹50,808	₹63,913
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 5 — Posts & Designations

Senior Clerk Head Clerk Group C

Level 5 is the Head Clerk or Senior Clerk grade — the senior-most Group C clerical position. Head Clerks manage entire sections, supervise junior clerks, maintain section diaries, and serve as the administrative backbone of their branch. This level represents the highest non-gazetted clerical grade. Promotion from Level 5 leads to Level 6 (Group B), which is a significant career milestone.

6th CPC Equivalent

Grade Pay ₹2,800

PB-1 (₹5,200–₹20,200)

Promotion Pathway

→ Level 6 (Senior Auditor)

From Level 4

Level 4 vs Level 5 vs Level 6

Aspect	Level 4	Level 5	Level 6
Entry Pay	₹25,500	₹29,200	₹35,400
Max Pay	₹81,100	₹90,300	₹1,12,400
Increments	40	40	40
HRA (X-city)	₹7,650	₹8,760	₹10,620
In-Hand (approx)	₹44,370	₹50,808	₹61,596
Typical Post	UDC (Senior)	Senior Clerk	Senior Auditor

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