What is the starting salary for Pay Level 14?

The entry basic pay for Pay Level 14 is ₹1,44,200 per month (Cell 1). With 60% DA, basic + DA comes to ₹230,720. Including HRA (X-city, 30%) and Transport Allowance, gross pay is approximately ₹281,180 per month.

What is the in-hand salary for Level 14 in 2026?

For a Level 14 employee at entry pay in an X-class city with 60% DA, the estimated in-hand salary is approximately ₹2,57,108 per month after NPS and CGHS deductions. Income tax is not included.

What will Level 14 salary be after 8th CPC?

Using the projected fitment factor of 1.92×, the entry basic pay for Level 14 would rise from ₹1,44,200 to approximately ₹276,900. DA resets to 0% on implementation. Use the fitment factor slider on this page to model different scenarios.

Which posts come under Pay Level 14?

Pay Level 14 covers: Addl Secretary (HAG), Scientist-H. This is classified as Group A (HAG). The 6th CPC equivalent was HAG Scale (₹67,000–79,000). Level 14 is the Higher Administrative Grade (HAG) covering Additional Secretary and Scientist-H posts. Previously this was a running pay band in 6th CPC (₹67,000–₹79,000).

What is the HRA for Level 14 in X, Y and Z class cities?

At entry basic pay of ₹1,44,200: X-city HRA (30%) = ₹43,260/month, Y-city HRA (20%) = ₹28,840/month, Z-city HRA (10%) = ₹14,420/month. These enhanced rates apply as DA has crossed 50%.

7th CPC Pay Level 14 Pay Matrix & Salary Guide

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Typical Job Titles & Designations

Posts falling under Pay Level 14

The following roles in the Central Government are generally placed in Pay Level 14 (formerly HAG Scale ₹67,000–79,000):

Additional Secretary: Top management in ministries, directly under the Secretary.
Major General / Rear Admiral: Two-star rank officers in the Armed Forces.
Scientist-H / Outstanding Scientist: Elite scientists heading major national laboratories.
Higher Administrative Grade (HAG): Top tier officers in civil services.
Principal Chief Commissioner: Highest ranks in Income Tax and Customs.