Do you know what is the salary of IPS officers?

IPS Officer: Indian Police Service (IPS) is one of the most prestigious jobs in the country. Only those who show merit in tough examinations conducted by UPSC are selected as IPS. Although a few lakh people sit for the Civil Services Examination every year, only hundreds are successful, which explains how competitive it is. Since they are such talented officers, the central government also gives them salary and allowances according to their talent. IPS plays an important role in crime control, law and order monitoring, creation of security and safety environment in the country. And let us know how their salary and allowances are…

The salary of IPS officers is determined as per the matrix prepared by the Central Pay Commission. Their salary will be finalized based on the pay scale and level of the post appointed. The pay scale of IPS is also similar to that of IAS and IFS. The basic salary of an entry level IPS officer is Rs 56,100 per month. Those working on the post of Deputy Superintendent and Assistant Commissioner get this basic salary. As the rank and level of officers increases, there are changes in the salary also. Apart from the basic pay, there is also grade pay for IPS officers. It is determined according to their post and level.

At present IPS officers are getting salary as per the guidelines of the 7th Pay Commission appointed by the Central Government in 2016. This 7th Pay Commission has introduced a new pay matrix system. According to this, the salary of IPS officers is calculated in four scales. On the scale Junior, Senior, Super Time, Super Time. The rate increases as the officer's tenure increases. Therefore there will be change in salary.

Apart from the basic pay and grade pay, IPS officers receive various allowances and benefits. They serve the needs of officials and maintain social status. Dearness Allowance (DA) is given to adjust the cost of living. Changes in DA take place according to changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). On the other hand, a small amount is deposited in the salary of IPS officers under House Rent Allowance (HRA). HRA is higher for people working in metropolitan cities and major cities. In addition, traveling allowances are also included within the cost of conducting official tours. Notably, IPS officers and their families enjoy comprehensive medical coverage and other benefits.