Is Salary Of An IAS Officer More Than The CEO Of An MNC? Here Are The Salary Details Of IAS Officers!

The Union Public Service Commission’s Civil Service Examination (UPSC-CSE) is considered to be one of the toughest exams in India. Every year, hundreds of thousands of students appear for the UPSC Examinations, with only a few being able to achieve their dream. 

Compared to other professionals, IAS officers are in a completely different league. They are individuals with skills in administration and vast knowledge of the various cultures and constitutional rules and laws of India. But unlike other jobs where the 'CTC' of the job profile is clearly spelled out, the salary of these top-notch government servants is unknown to many of us. 

The salary of IAS officers is way less than what the top professionals get paid in private companies. However, it is the nature of their work and the power and responsibilities they have that make this job one of the most sought-after ones. This article has been curated to give UPSC aspirants an insight into the facilities and perks granted to IAS Officers. Let's know the details. 

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Salary Scale Of IAS Officers

In regard to their exceptional service and work, IAS Officers are paid according to their post, service duration, and other factors. The IAS Pay Scale according to the previous 6th Commission has been given below - 

The Consolidated Pay Scale according to the 7th Pay Commission has been highlighted below - 

IAS Salary – Perks & Other Benefits

The Pay Scale of IAS Officers as discussed above is divided into grades. The concluding salary amount of a grading officer depends on which grade they are employed for. 

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Along with a good pay scale, IAS Officers receive certain facilities and perks from the government, a few of which have been highlighted below - 

• Dearness Allowance (DA) – The Dearness Allowance is a necessary part of an IAS Officer’s basic salary. The government increases the DA at regular levels, thus benefiting IAS Officers.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA) – IAS Officers are given House Rent Allowance which depends upon the city the officers are posted in. The HRA provided to an IAS ranges from 8 percent to 24 percent of their basic pay. 
• Medical Allowance – IAS Officers also receive a complete medical allowance, which guarantees them free medical treatment. 

Other attractive allowances and perks such as -

• Transport allowance
• Mobile bills
• Travel expenses
• Retirement benefits
• Pension
• House help benefits

Should Salary Be The Only Motive Of IAS Aspirants?

Aspirants must keep in mind one important thing: the pay scale of an IAS officer should not be their only criterion to join the Indian Administrative Services. Being an IAS is a golden opportunity to serve the nation through proper administration. It is a job that requires constant effort, smart wit, and intelligence, the reason only a few aspirants make it to the top levels of the UPSC CSE. Hence, the chief motivation of an IAS aspirant should be the desire to work for the country and make a positive impact on the lives of common people. 

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