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8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator — Level 10 2026

Pay Level 10 is the entry grade for Group A officers — including IAS, IPS and IRS probationers, Under Secretaries and Assistant Commissioners — with a current 7th CPC basic of ₹56,100. It is the level most searched by aspirants and new officers estimating their gazetted-officer pay under the 8th Pay Commission.

Level 10 Revised Basic Pay by Fitment Factor

The 7th CPC entry basic pay for Level 10 is ₹56,100 (range up to ₹1,77,500). The table shows the projected 8th CPC basic pay on the entry cell across the fitment factors under discussion. Nothing is official yet — the calculator above opens on the 2.57 scenario so you can model any figure.

Fitment FactorRevised Basic PayIncrease
1.83x₹1,02,663+83%
2.28x₹1,27,908+128%
2.57x (most reported)₹1,44,177+157%
2.86x₹1,60,446+186%
2.96x₹1,66,056+196%

Revised basic pay only — HRA (10–30% by city class) and the reset DA accrue on top of the new basic after implementation.

Posts & Designations in Pay Level 10 (Group A)

  • Under Secretary
  • Group A entry officers (IAS / IPS / IRS probationers)
  • Assistant Commissioner
  • Senior Scientific Officer
  • Assistant Professor (central institutions)

8th Pay Commission Calculation Formulas

Understand the mathematical formulas used to calculate estimated salary under the 8th Pay Commission based on expected fitment factor and allowances.

8th CPC Basic Pay = 7th CPC Basic Pay × Fitment Factor

Example:

For ₹50,000 current basic pay with 2.96 fitment factor

50,000 × 2.96
= ₹1,48,000

Variables:

7th CPC Basic Pay - Current basic pay under 7th Pay Commission
Fitment Factor - Expected multiplier for 8th CPC (projected range: 1.83 to 2.96)

HRA = 8th CPC Basic Pay × HRA Percentage

Example:

For ₹1,48,000 basic pay in Metro city (30% HRA)

1,48,000 × 0.30
= ₹44,400

Variables:

8th CPC Basic Pay - Estimated basic pay under 8th Pay Commission
HRA Percentage - City-wise: X Class (30%), Y Class (20%), Z Class (10%)

DA = 8th CPC Basic Pay × DA Percentage

Example:

For ₹1,48,000 basic pay with 0% initial DA

1,48,000 × 0.00
= ₹0 (will increase with future DA revisions)

Variables:

8th CPC Basic Pay - Estimated basic pay under 8th Pay Commission
DA Percentage - Current DA percentage (0% at 8th CPC implementation, revised bi-annually)

Net Salary = 8th CPC Basic Pay + HRA + DA

Example:

For ₹1,48,000 basic, ₹44,400 HRA, ₹0 DA

1,48,000 + 44,400 + 0
= ₹1,92,400

Variables:

8th CPC Basic Pay - Estimated basic pay
HRA - House Rent Allowance
DA - Dearness Allowance

Increase % = ((8th CPC Basic - 7th CPC Basic) / 7th CPC Basic) × 100

Example:

From ₹50,000 to ₹1,48,000

((1,48,000 - 50,000) / 50,000) × 100
= 196% increase

Variables:

8th CPC Basic - Estimated basic pay under 8th CPC
7th CPC Basic - Current basic pay under 7th CPC

These formulas provide the mathematical foundation for the calculations. Actual results may vary based on rounding, compounding frequency, and specific lender policies.

Level 10 8th Pay Commission FAQs

Common questions about Pay Level 10 salary under the 8th Pay Commission

What will be the Level 10 basic pay after the 8th Pay Commission?

The current Level 10 entry basic pay of ₹56,100 is projected to rise to about ₹1,44,177 at the reported 2.57 fitment factor, and up to roughly ₹1,66,056 at a 2.96 factor, before HRA and DA are added.

Is Level 10 the starting pay for IAS and Group A officers?

Yes. Level 10 is the entry pay level for directly recruited Group A officers, including IAS, IPS and IRS probationers, as well as Under Secretaries and Assistant Commissioners. Their basic pay begins at ₹56,100 under the 7th CPC.

How much will an IAS officer's salary increase under the 8th Pay Commission?

At the Level 10 entry cell, a Group A officer's basic pay could rise from ₹56,100 to roughly ₹1.44–1.66 lakh depending on the final fitment factor. Gross pay is higher once HRA and the reset DA accrue, and rises further with each annual increment and promotion up the pay matrix.

8th Pay Commission Calculators for Other Levels

Level 1Group D · from ₹18,000Level 6Group B / C · from ₹35,400Level 7Group B · from ₹44,900

Disclaimer: Results are estimates for financial planning purposes only and do not constitute financial, tax, investment, or legal advice. Actual values may vary based on your lender, market conditions, and individual circumstances. Consult a qualified CA, CFP, or financial advisor before making any financial decisions.