What is the starting salary for Level 9 in 7th CPC?

The entry-level basic pay for Level 9 under the 7th CPC is ₹53,100 per month (Cell 1). With DA at 60%, the basic + DA comes to ₹84,960.

What is the in-hand salary for Level 9 in 2026?

For a Level 9 employee at entry pay (₹53,100) posted in an X-class city with DA at 60%, the approximate in-hand salary is around ₹92,394 per month after NPS deduction. This varies based on city class, additional allowances, and deductions.

What will Level 9 salary be after 8th CPC?

Under the projected 8th CPC (fitment factor 1.92×), the entry pay for Level 9 would rise from ₹53,100 to approximately ₹1,01,952. 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 9?

Level 9 covers the following posts and designations: Deputy Director, Under Secretary (Jr). This is a Group A level. The 6th CPC equivalent was Grade Pay ₹5,400 in PB-2 (₹9,300–₹34,800).

How much is Level 9 HRA in X, Y, and Z class city?

At entry pay ₹53,100: X-city HRA (30%) = ₹15,930/month, Y-city HRA (20%) = ₹10,620/month, Z-city HRA (10%) = ₹5,310/month. These rates apply after DA crossed 50%.

What is the maximum basic pay in Level 9?

The maximum basic pay at Level 9 is ₹1,67,800 (Cell 40). This is reached after 39 annual increments of approximately 3% each, representing roughly 39 years of service at this level.

Level 9 — Group A Salary Breakdown

Complete pay matrix, in-hand salary calculator, and 8th CPC projection for Level 9 employees (Deputy Director, Under Secretary (Jr)).

Entry Pay

₹53,100

Max Pay

₹1,67,800

Increments

8th CPC Entry (Est.)

₹1,01,952

Last Updated: April 2026

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Level 9 Pay Matrix — All 40 Increments

Index	7th CPC Basic Pay (₹)	8th CPC Projected (₹)
1 (Entry)	₹53,100	₹1,01,952
2	₹54,700	₹1,05,024
3	₹56,300	₹1,08,096
4	₹58,000	₹1,11,360
5	₹59,700	₹1,14,624
6	₹61,500	₹1,18,080
7	₹63,300	₹1,21,536
8	₹65,200	₹1,25,184
9	₹67,100	₹1,28,832
10	₹69,100	₹1,32,672
11	₹71,100	₹1,36,512
12	₹73,200	₹1,40,544
13	₹75,400	₹1,44,768
14	₹77,600	₹1,48,992
15	₹79,900	₹1,53,408
16	₹82,300	₹1,58,016
17	₹84,800	₹1,62,816
18	₹87,300	₹1,67,616
19	₹89,900	₹1,72,608
20	₹92,600	₹1,77,792
21 (Mid)	₹95,400	₹1,83,168
22	₹98,300	₹1,88,736
23	₹1,01,200	₹1,94,304
24	₹1,04,200	₹2,00,064
25	₹1,07,300	₹2,06,016
26	₹1,10,500	₹2,12,160
27	₹1,13,800	₹2,18,496
28	₹1,17,200	₹2,25,024
29	₹1,20,700	₹2,31,744
30	₹1,24,300	₹2,38,656
31	₹1,28,000	₹2,45,760
32	₹1,31,800	₹2,53,056
33	₹1,35,700	₹2,60,544
34	₹1,39,800	₹2,68,416
35	₹1,44,000	₹2,76,480
36	₹1,48,300	₹2,84,736
37	₹1,52,800	₹2,93,376
38	₹1,57,400	₹3,02,208
39	₹1,62,200	₹3,11,424
40	₹1,67,800	₹3,22,176

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 9 In-Hand Salary Calculator

Basic Pay (Cell)

City Category

DA Rate (%)

NPS

Earnings (7th CPC)

Basic Pay₹53,100

DA (60%)₹31,860

HRA (30%)₹15,930

TA₹7,200

DA on TA₹4,320

Gross Salary₹1,12,410

Deductions

NPS (10%)−₹8,496

CGHS−₹650

Income Tax (est.)−₹6,161

Total Deductions₹15,307

Net In-Hand Salary (Monthly)

₹97,103

Annual CTC (incl. employer NPS): ₹14,91,648

8th CPC Projected In-Hand

₹1,18,512

+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 9

Component	7th CPC (Current)	8th CPC (Projected)
Basic Pay	₹53,100	₹1,01,952
DA	60% (₹31,860)	0% (merged)
HRA (X-city)	30% (₹15,930)	~24% (₹24,468)
Gross (approx)	₹1,00,890	₹1,26,420
NPS Deduction	₹8,496	₹10,195
Net In-Hand (approx)	₹92,394	₹1,16,225
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 9 — Posts & Designations

Deputy Director Under Secretary (Jr) Group A

Level 9 marks the entry into Group A executive positions. Deputy Directors and Junior Under Secretaries at this level handle policy analysis, inter-ministerial coordination, and project management. This level is reached through departmental promotion from Level 8 or through direct recruitment via UPSC Civil Services. Officers at Level 9 are eligible for promotion to Level 10 (Under Secretary).

6th CPC Equivalent

Grade Pay ₹5,400

PB-2 (₹9,300–₹34,800)

Promotion Pathway

→ Level 10 (Under Secretary)

From Level 8

Level 8 vs Level 9 vs Level 10

Aspect	Level 8	Level 9	Level 10
Entry Pay	₹47,600	₹53,100	₹56,100
Max Pay	₹1,51,100	₹1,67,800	₹1,77,500
Increments	40	40	40
HRA (X-city)	₹14,280	₹15,930	₹16,830
In-Hand (approx)	₹82,824	₹92,394	₹97,614
Typical Post	Senior Section Officer	Deputy Director	Under Secretary

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