Jammu and kashmir Govt Pay Matrix
🇮🇳 JAMMU & KASHMIR GOVERNMENT PAY MATRIX
7th Central Pay Commission – Salary Structure for J&K State Government Employees
Pay Commission
7th Central Pay Commission
Pay Levels
SL1 to 17 (31 Levels)
Annual Increment
3% per annum
Applicable To
J&K State Govt Employees
Minimum Basic Pay
Rs 14,800
Level SL1
Maximum Basic Pay
Rs 2,25,000
Level 17
Annual Increment
3%
On Basic Pay
Total Levels
31
With up to 40 stages each
J&K Pay Matrix – Levels SL1 to 17
Annual increment of 3% applies to all levels. Stage 1 represents the entry pay at each level.
| Level | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 | Stage 6 | Stage 7 | Stage 8 | Stage 9 | Stage 10 | Stage 11 | Stage 12 | Stage 13 | Stage 14 | Stage 15 | Stage 16 | Stage 17 | Stage 18 | Stage 19 | Stage 20 | Stage 21 | Stage 22 | Stage 23 | Stage 24 | Stage 25 | Stage 26 | Stage 27 | Stage 28 | Stage 29 | Stage 30 | Stage 31 | Stage 32 | Stage 33 | Stage 34 | Stage 35 | Stage 36 | Stage 37 | Stage 38 | Stage 39 | Stage 40 |
|---|
The above values are based on the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix structure for Jammu & Kashmir. Annual increment of 3% applies to all pay levels. Stage 1 represents the entry pay.
Key Features of J&K Pay Matrix
- 7th CPC Implementation: Jammu & Kashmir was the first state to adopt the 7th Central Pay Commission recommendations, replacing the old Pay Bands and Grade Pay system with a transparent Pay Matrix.[reference:0]
- Pay Levels SL1 to 17: The pay matrix consists of 31 levels (SL1, SL2, SL3, 1, 2, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 6A, 6B, 6C, 6D, 6E, 6F, 6G, 7, 8, 8A, 9, 10A, 11, 12, 13, 13A, 14, 15, 16, 17). Each level corresponds to a specific rank, designation, and responsibility.
- Annual Increment @ 3%: Annual increments are admissible @ 3% on the revised pay each year.
- Minimum Basic Pay: The minimum basic pay under the J&K Pay Matrix starts at Rs 14,800 (Level SL1) for entry-level positions.
- Maximum Basic Pay: The maximum basic pay goes up to Rs 2,25,000 (Level 17) for top-level positions.
- Dearness Allowance (DA): DA is paid as a percentage of basic pay. The DA rate is revised periodically by the Finance Department, Government of J&K.[reference:1]
Posts with Pay Levels – J&K Government
List of common posts and their corresponding pay levels under the Jammu & Kashmir Government.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Range |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Secretary | Level 17 | Rs 2,05,400 – 2,25,000 |
| Financial Commissioner / Addl. Chief Secretary | Level 16 | Rs 1,82,200 – 2,11,300 |
| Principal Secretary | Level 15 | Rs 1,44,200 – 1,87,700 |
| Secretary / Commissioner | Level 14 | Rs 1,31,100 – 1,70,400 |
| Divisional Commissioner | Level 13 | Rs 1,23,100 – 1,60,600 |
| Deputy Commissioner | Level 11 | Rs 1,05,900 – 1,38,300 |
| Additional Deputy Commissioner | Level 10A | Rs 98,800 – 1,29,200 |
| District Development Commissioner | Level 9 | Rs 91,100 – 1,19,000 |
| Under Secretary | Level 8 | Rs 83,300 – 1,08,800 |
| Section Officer | Level 7 | Rs 75,500 – 99,000 |
| Assistant Section Officer | Level 6A | Rs 65,700 – 86,000 |
| Senior Assistant | Level 5 | Rs 53,600 – 70,300 |
| Junior Assistant | Level 4 | Rs 46,200 – 60,400 |
| Teacher (Graduate) | Level 6 | Rs 44,900 – 58,700 |
| Police Inspector | Level 7 | Rs 54,300 – 70,900 |
| Sub-Inspector | Level 6 | Rs 44,900 – 58,700 |
| Assistant Engineer | Level 8 | Rs 83,300 – 1,08,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the J&K Pay Matrix?
The J&K Pay Matrix is the salary structure for Jammu & Kashmir State Government employees based on the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) recommendations. J&K was the first state to adopt the 7th CPC recommendations.[reference:2]
How many pay levels are there in the J&K Pay Matrix?
The J&K Pay Matrix has 31 pay levels (SL1, SL2, SL3, 1, 2, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 6A, 6B, 6C, 6D, 6E, 6F, 6G, 7, 8, 8A, 9, 10A, 11, 12, 13, 13A, 14, 15, 16, 17) with up to 40 stages in each level.
What is the minimum basic pay in J&K Pay Matrix?
The minimum basic pay in the J&K Pay Matrix is Rs 14,800 at Level SL1, Stage 1 for entry-level positions.
What is the maximum basic pay in J&K Pay Matrix?
The maximum basic pay in the J&K Pay Matrix is Rs 2,25,000 at Level 17, Stage 40 for top-level positions.
What is the annual increment rate in J&K Pay Matrix?
The annual increment rate is 3% on the basic pay, applicable each year on the 1st of January.
Which employees are covered under the J&K Pay Matrix?
The J&K Pay Matrix applies to all J&K State Government employees across various departments, including teachers, administrative staff, police, and other government services.
What is the Dearness Allowance (DA) rate in J&K?
Dearness Allowance (DA) is paid as a percentage of basic pay. The DA rate is revised periodically by the Finance Department, Government of J&K. As per recent orders, DA has been increased to 55% effective from January 2025.[reference:3]
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