IAS Officer Salary Structure, Allowances, Perks & Job Profile 2024
Topics Covered: IAS Officer Salary, Salary Structure (After 7th Pay Commission), IAS Salary in India, IAS Officer Allowances & Perks, Job Profile & Career Growth of an IAS Officer
There is an age-old saying which is also referenced in one of notable movies, “With great power, comes great responsibility”.
Well, certainly in the case of civil servants, especially for an IAS officer, I would like to further add as “With great responsibility, comes a great salary package”.
As civil servants hold key position in public administration, the renumeration of an IAS officer is highly desirable amongst the youth in the country.
Apart from pride and prestige which is attached with this exam, the salary (along with allowances and other benefits) and the nature of work are some of the key factors behind the popularity of the exam.
Now, an IAS officer does lead a busy life but the Government takes great care to keep these able-bodied administrators of our nation, in the highest of their morale.
It does so by providing them with not only handsome in-hand salary packages but also a host of allowances.
With that said, it should also be mentioned that the salary and allowances of IAS officers increase with time, as they climb the administrative ladder to get promoted to the various high-ranking government posts.
However, it should be noted that the IAS officers are not paid so well just because they are IAS officers per se. Rather it’s because they are able to do things that very few from the Indian workforce will be capable of doing.
So, without wasting any more of your time let us get straight into understanding IAS salary 2024 by discussing the salary structure, Job Profile of an IAS officer and other important details such allowances, perks and career growth.
Table of Content – IAS Officers’ Salary & Allowances
1. Salary of an IAS
1.1 Salary Structure
1.2 Scale Wise Grade Pay
1.3 Post-wise Basic Pay
1.4 Allowances
1.5 Perks & Facilities
2. Job Profile
2.1 Career Growth
| IAS Officer Salary (As per 2024 Latest Notification) | |
|---|---|
| IAS Basic Pay (Starting Salary) | Rs. 56,100/- |
| Gross Monthly Salary | Rs. 56,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 (approx.) |
| IAS Officer Maximum Salary (Highest Pay) | Rs. 2,50,000/- (Cabinet Secretary) |
| IAS Salary During Training | Rs. 33,000–35,000 (After Deductions) |
| Allowances | DA, TA & HRA |
| Pay Commission | 7th Pay Commission |
What is the salary of IAS officer 2024?
In this section, I have provided details related to IAS officer salary in India and the salary structure/pay scale of IAS officers as per the 7th Pay Commission recommendation.
Depending on the rank and years of service, the salary of an IAS officer is as follows:
- Basic monthly salary: The basic pay of an IAS officer is Rs. 56,100 per month.
- Gross monthly salary: The initial gross salary including all the perks and allowances is approx Rs. 1,50, 000 per month.
- Highest pay: The maximum pay of an administrative officer is approx. Rs. 2,50,000 for the post of Cabinet Secretary after working for 37 years.
- DA/HRA /TA: The gross monthly salary comprises of DA, TA and HRA and it differs from state to state, district to district.
Talking about the Gross monthly salary of an IAS officer, it comprises of DA, TA and HRA and it differs from state to state, district to district.
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IAS Officer Salary Structure – 7th Pay Commission
To properly understand details regarding IAS salary 2024, I have mentioned in a tabulated form the salaries of IAS officers according to the various posts depending on their years of service that they’ve put in.
Also, note that these salaries are in accordance with the 7th Pay commission.
IAS Officer Grade Pay
The monthly IAS salary in India is divided into 8 grades with different grade pay along with the pay scale. As is the case with the salary, the level for each grade pay depends on the seniority in work experience.
- Junior scale (Entry level): The pay scale ranges between Rs. 50,000- 1, 50,000 with a grade pay of Rs. 16, 500.
- Senior time scale (After 5 years): The pay scale varies between Rs. 50,000- 1,50,000 with an increase in the grade pay to Rs. 20,000.
- Junior administrative Grade (After 9 years): The pay scale lies between Rs. 50,000 – 1,50, 002 with a raise in the grade pay to Rs. 23,000
- Highest grade level: The pay scale is fixed at Rs. 2, 50, 000 for Cabinet Secretary of India.
To provide you a better picture, I have given the information on different grade pay of an IAS officer below:
| Post/Scale Wise | Pay Scale | Grade Pay | Years of Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Scale | Rs 50,000-1,50,000 | Rs 16,500 | Entry-level |
| Senior Time Scale | Rs 50,000-1,50,001 | Rs. 20,000 | After 5 years |
| Junior Administrative Grade | Rs 50,000-1,50,002 | Rs 23,000 | After 9 years |
With the information provided above, I am sure you now have a clearer idea about the grade pay of an IAS officer depending upon their years of service.
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IAS Salary in India:
In the table below, I have provided an overall picture of the basic pay of IAS officers depending on their number of years in service and their post in administration.
| Number of years required in service | Basic Pay (INR) | Posts | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Secretariat | District Administration | Central Secretariat | ||
| 1-4 | 56,100 | Undersecretary | Sub-Divisional Magistrate | Assistant Secretary |
| 5-8 | 67,700 | Deputy Secretary | Additional District Magistrate | Undersecretary |
| 9-12 | 78,800 | Joint Secretary | District Magistrate | Deputy Secretary |
| 13-16 | 1,18,500 | Special Secretary-cum-Director | District Magistrate | Director |
| 16-24 | 1,44,200 | Secretary-cum-Commissioner | Divisional Commissioner | Joint Secretary |
| 25-30 | 1,82,200 | Principal Secretary | Divisional Commissioner | Additional Secretary |
| 30-33 | 2,05,400 | Additional Chief Secretary | No Equivalent Rank | No Equivalent Rank |
| 34-36 | 2,25,000 | Chief Secretary | No Equivalent Rank | Secretary |
| 37+ years | 2,50,000 | No Equivalent Rank | No Equivalent Rank | Cabinet Secretary of India |
The information in the table above about IAS salary in India excludes various allowances that the govt. offers like House Rent Allowances, Dearness Allowances, Travel Allowances, Medical, etc.
These allowances don’t have a fixed value as they differ according to the city of posting, and various other factors.
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What are the allowances given to an IAS officer?
There are several allowances granted to an IAS officer are a major part of the gross monthly salary.
The allowances are of multiple types – House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), Travel Allowance (TA), etc. This implies that the gross monthly salary is as follows:
Salary of an IAS officer (Gross Salary) = Basic monthly pay + Allowances.
Let’s get to know them one by one.
HRA (House Rent Allowances)
An IAS officer is eligible to receive an HRA if he/ she require a rented accommodation at the place of his/her posting which also depends on the kind of posting allotted. To put things into perspective, here are some points:
- Metro cities: It is 24% of the basic salary for postings in these 8 cities in India.
- These cities are namely Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Pune.
- Smaller cities: It is 16% of the basic salary in cities with population less than 5 lakhs.
- Rural areas: It is 8% of the basic salary in postings done in rural areas.
In case an IAS officer chooses to reside in an official accommodation, he/ she aren’t eligible to receive HRA.
DA (Dearness Allowances)
The DA is an allowance that the government pays to its employees to offset the effects of inflation and help them cope with the rising prices.
- DA started from 0% after the 7th pay commission recommendation and it stands at 31%. This component is linked to inflation.
- DA is revised twice a year based on the recommendation of the Cabinet Committee chaired by the Prime Minister.
TA (Travel Allowances)
The TA is credited by the government into the accounts of the IAS officers to help them meet their travel expenses.
- The TA is not static in nature. It changes from time to time, depending on the rise and fall of fuel prices.
- However, if an IAS officer is given a government vehicle, then he/she doesn’t receive any TA.
- Apart from this, other allowances also include medical expenses, electricity bills, water bills, mobile bills, abroad study option, pensions and retirement benefits, etc.
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IAS Officer Other Facilities
Along with a lucrative salary and host of allowances, an IAS officer enjoys other facilities as well. I have mentioned below the following list of facilities provided to an administrative officer after selection:
- Place of residence: An IAS officer is granted with official accommodation with little to no rent.
- Medical Allowance: The administrative officers and their families are provided with medical benefits, i.e., their medical expenses are borne by the government.
- High Security: Officers are ensured with protection of security guards for themselves and their families.
- Subsidized bills: A huge subsidy allotted on basic amenities like the supply of water, electricity and gas.
- Household staff: Other services of cooks, maids, security guards and gardeners are made available to simplify daily chores.
- Study – Leaves: Official study leave for 2- 4 years is granted to pursue any course in foreign universities, the cost of which is borne by the government.
- Mobile bills: Free mobile connection and internet services are provided to the officers.
- Office vehicles: They are facilitated vehicles with a driver for official purposes.
- Trips: Officers can enjoy subsidized accommodation in govt. guest houses whenever visit to Delhi or can use the accommodation facility in their respective state bhavan.
- Job security: Since the procedure to discharge an IAS officer requires an elaborate investigation as mandated by the constitution, therefore an officer enjoys this benefit of job security.
- Post- retirement benefits: IAS officers can also be appointed to tribunals, commissions and consulting companies after retirement. Lifetime pension and other retirement benefits are also provided.
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Now, that we have discussed the facilities provided to IAS officer, it’s time to move on to the IAS Job profile.
What is IAS officer job profile 2024?
The IAS officer Job profile varies from officer to officer depending on the nature of assignments.
They can either be assigned a field job, a job at a state secretariat, a public sector undertaking, or a job at the central secretariat.
Functions
- An IAS officer’s duties are monitoring the execution of government schemes and policies.
- esponding with corrective measures for handling disasters, natural calamities, riots or major accidents which take place in their jurisdiction.
- Administrative officers are also key players in coordinating relief activities during an emergency situation.
Work timings of an IAS officer
- The daily working hours of an IAS officer usually begin at 9:00 AM and end by 5:00 P.M.
- Extraordinary situations like emergencies or riots can put IAS officers to work beyond regular office hours.
- The regular office work includes creating daily reports, supervising various tasks of the department, making field trips and attending public problems in the district they are posted in.
Roles and Responsibilities of an IAS officer
As a district administrator, the responsibilities tasked to an IAS officer include the following:
- Distribution of funds: Managing and distributing funds allocated by the central government to district as per government schemes.
- Handling administrative affairs: It involves framing, implementing, and reviewing policies
- Coordination with other departments: Working with elected representatives and other departments to implement a scheme or a policy on the ground
- Grievance redressal: Attending to the needs and grievances of citizens
- Handling emergencies: Responding to situations such as earthquakes, or other natural disasters, riots, or accidents in their jurisdiction.
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Career Growth for an IAS Officer
With time a newly inducted IAS officer gets to don a lot of different hats in terms of postings and promotions:
- At first a newly recruited IAS trainee is sent to train at the LBSNAA at Mussoorie.
- There the recruit is trained to handle the various facets of administrative work and the nitty-gritties of being an IAS officer.
- Once the training is over, the trainee then formally takes charge as an IAS officer at the post of SDM or Sub-divisional Magistrate. Depending on his performance as an SDM, he’s then given more responsibilities and further promoted to higher posts.
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Conclusion
The time has come to conclude the page. I have discussed in detail everything you need to know about IAS officer salary which shall provide you an idea about the basic pay as well as perks and allowances along with it.
I have also talked about the IAS officer job profile to help you learn about roles and responsibilities of a candidate after his/her selection. With this, I wish you best of luck for future!
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FAQs: UPSC IAS Officers’ Salary & Allowances
- What is the starting salary of an IAS officer after the 7th Pay Commission?
The starting basic salary of an IAS officer is Rs. 56,100 per month. And that is just the basic IAS salary per month without taking into account all the perks and allowances that he is eligible to receive, like Dearness Allowance (DA), Transport Allowance (TA), and House Rent Allowance (HRA), and so on and so forth.
Therefore, the starting gross salary can get close to Rs. 1,50,000 per month (depending on the DA & other allowances at the time).
Also, to note is that the base monthly salary of an IAS officer is when he’s been in the civil services for 1-4 years. So, after 4 years the basic monthly salary of IAS officers increases to 67,700 INR. However, since the question asks about the starting salary of an IAS officer, I will stop right there.
- Who pays the salary of an IAS officer?
This is an important question. So, the answer is, the state government pays the salary of IAS officers. Now, you might be thinking that how is this possible when the IAS officers have been selected via the UPSC, and not the State PSCs.
Well, the explanation for this is that the salary of IAS officers is decided and fixed by the Union Government of India. However, it is the State government that pays the salary of IAS officers, to those assigned to the state in question.
- What is the salary of an IAS per day?
Well, I can tell you the basic monthly salary of an IAS officer who’s been in service for 1-4 years, and that is Rs. 56,100. That’s of course excluding all the allowances that he/she receives.
So, to find out the per day salary of the IAS officer we’d just need to divide the base monthly salary amount by 26, considering that Saturdays are mostly working for IAS officers. So the per day salary amounts to around Rs. 2,157 excluding daily allowances (HRA, DA etc.).
- Is the Salary of an IAS Officer more than that of an IPS Officer?
Yes, the IAS officer salary is slightly higher than that of an IPS officer, because the IAS officer mostly is a bit more superior in terms of power and importance.
This can be assessed by the fact that there is usually only one IAS officer in an area, but the number of IPS officers present in an area can be decided according to the area’s requirement.
- What are the perks of an IAS Officer?
The perks of being an IAS officer are many. You’ll get:
- Travel Allowance
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Electricity & Water Bills
- Mobile Bills
- Medial Expenses
- Study Leaves of up to 2 years after a service of more than 7 years
- Abroad Study Option
- House Help Support
- Job Security
- Pension & Retirement Benefits
- What is HRA and DA for IAS Officer?
HRA is basically short for House Rent Allowance, and DA is short for Dearness Allowance. These allowances form a pretty significant portion of an IAS officer’s gross monthly salary.
HRA:
- 24% in Class X cities
- 16% in Class Y cities
- 8% in Class Z cities
However, HRA is linked to DA and will change once the DA crosses 50% and again when it crosses 100%.
DA:
The DA is linked to inflation and is revised twice a year. It is 31% as of December 2021.
- Does the government provide the electricity and other bills of an IAS officer?
Yes, that is usually the case, and even if it’s not, the costs are heavily subsidized. And it is not just the electricity bills, but the water bills, gas, and phone bills, that are also taken care of by the government.
This is so because the IAS’ post is an extremely important post and demands that the officer in question be completely subservient to the act of solving the problems of the area that he is posted in.
- Do IAS officers get a salary during training?
Yes. IAS officers do get paid a monthly stipend of Rs 56,100 during their 2 year training at Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration or LBSNAA.
- What are the powers of an IAS officer?
The powers of an IAS officer are immense. They can either play their part at the state or at the central level.
At the state level, an IAS officer is the one who fulfills the task of ensuring the smooth functioning of a district.
Once an IAS officer proves his competence at the state level, he’s then handed greater responsibilities and is also made to do things like represent India on the world stage in a foreign country, or handle the functioning of a PSU, or become the Cabinet Secretary.
- How is HRA linked to DA?
HRA and DA are linked in the following manner:
When DA crosses 25%, HRA shall be revised to 27%, 18% and 9% of Basic Pay in X, Y and Z cities respectively, and when DA crosses 50%, the HRA will further be revised to 30%, 20% and 10% of Basic Pay in X, Y and Z cities, respectively.
- Which is the highest post in IAS?The highest position in the Indian Administrative Services (IAS) is the Cabinet Secretary of India.
The Cabinet Secretary of India is one of highly important office holder as he/she works closely with the Prime Minister of India.
An administrative officer becomes Cabinet secretary of India after serving for more than 37 years. The basic monthly salary of an IAS officer at the post of the Cabinet Secretary of India is Rs. 2,50,000.
- What is an IAS Officer job profile?The job profile of an IAS officer includes handling government and administrative affairs such as framing, implementing and reviewing of the policies as well as managing and distributing the various funds allocated by the central government to a particular district as per the government schemes.
- What are the working hours of an IAS Officer?Though the official working hours are considered to be 9 A.M. to 5 P.M., however there are no fixed number of hours an IAS officer must work. There are various factors that come into play such as roles and responsibilities, designation as well as extraordinary situations that demand attention.