RPF Sub-Inspector Salary 2026
RPF/RPSF Sub-Inspectors are recruited at Pay Level 6 (basic ₹35,400) under the 7th CPC, with force-specific risk/hardship, ration and kit allowances. Pay follows the 7th CPC Pay Matrix; in-hand pay is around ₹43,000 – ₹52,000 per month depending on the city.
RPF Sub-Inspector post-wise salary
Entry basic pay and approximate in-hand salary for each RPF Sub-Inspector post. In-hand figures include typical allowances and assume a metro / higher-HRA city; smaller-city pay is a little lower.
| Post | Pay level | Basic pay | In-hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| RPF / RPSF Sub-Inspector (SI)Gazetted-track uniformed post | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹43,000–52,000 |
Allowances & benefits
The in-hand salary is basic pay plus these allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA — 27% / 18% / 9% by city class)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Ration Allowance
- Dress / Kit Maintenance Allowance
- Risk & Hardship Allowance
- Night Duty Allowance
- Medical benefits
Career growth & perks
- Railway / central force job security with pension (NPS)
- Free / concessional railway travel passes & PTOs
- Medical facilities for self and family
- Uniform and ration provisions
RPF Sub-Inspector salary — FAQs
What is the in-hand salary for RPF Sub-Inspector 2026?
The in-hand salary for RPF Sub-Inspector is around ₹43,000 – ₹52,000 per month depending on the city (which sets the HRA slab). RPF/RPSF Sub-Inspectors are recruited at Pay Level 6 (basic ₹35,400) under the 7th CPC, with force-specific risk/hardship, ration and kit allowances.
What is the pay scale / pay level for RPF Sub-Inspector?
RPF Sub-Inspector posts are paid under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The post-wise pay levels and entry basic pay are listed in the table above.
What allowances are paid in RPF Sub-Inspector jobs?
On top of basic pay, RPF Sub-Inspector employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA — 27% / 18% / 9% by city class), Transport Allowance (TA), Ration Allowance and more. These allowances are what make the in-hand salary higher than the basic pay.
Figures are indicative and include typical allowances for a higher-HRA city after standard deductions (NPS, CGEGIS, tax). Confirm exact figures on the official RPF/RRB notification.
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