SSC GD Constable is among the highest-vacancy central government recruitments. The salary includes base pay plus generous special duty allowances for border/sensitive postings.
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay | Metro (X City) | Non-HQ (Y City) | Key Allowances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constable (GD) — CISF/BSF/CRPF/SSB/ITBP | Level 3 | ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 |
≈ ₹26,000 | ≈ ₹30,000 | DA, HRA/Quarter, TA, Risk, Uniform, Washing, Free Ration |
| Constable (GD) — NIA / AR / SSF | Level 3 | ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 |
≈ ₹26,000 | ≈ ₹30,000 | DA, HRA/Quarter, TA, Special Allowance |
| Head Constable (after promotion) | Level 4 | ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 |
≈ ₹33,000 | ≈ ₹37,000 | DA, HRA/Quarter, TA, Risk, Uniform |
| ASI (after further promotion) | Level 5 | ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 |
≈ ₹40,000 | ≈ ₹44,000 | DA, HRA/Quarter, TA, Rank pay |
* In-hand estimates are after NPS (10% of Basic+DA), standard tax deduction, and CGHS contribution. DA at 53% (Jan 2026). Actual may vary by posting.
| Pay Level | Pay Band (Basic Range) | Posts at This Level |
|---|---|---|
| Level 3 | ₹21,700–₹69,100 | Constable GD (Entry Level) |
| Level 4 | ₹25,500–₹81,100 | Head Constable (after 5-8 yrs) |
| Level 5 | ₹29,200–₹92,300 | ASI (after further promotion) |
| Level 6 | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 | SI (Departmental promotion) |
| City Category | HRA % | Example HRA |
|---|---|---|
| X Cities / HQ posting | 27% | ₹5,859 (on ₹21,700) |
| Y Cities | 18% | ₹3,906 |
| Z / Border / Camp posting (Barracks instead) | 0% | Free barracks + ration |