SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) Salary 2026
SSC CPO recruits Sub-Inspectors for Delhi Police and the CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB). The post sits at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, with uniform and risk/hardship allowances depending on the force. Pay follows the 7th CPC Pay Matrix; in-hand pay across posts ranges from ₹47,000 – ₹64,000 per month depending on the post, pay level and city.
SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) post-wise salary
Entry basic pay and approximate in-hand salary for each SSC CPO (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector — Delhi PoliceX-class (Delhi) posting with full HRA | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹60,000–64,000 |
| Sub-Inspector — CAPF (BSF / CRPF / CISF / ITBP / SSB)Varies by posting & risk/hardship allowance | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹47,000–54,000 |
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)
- Risk & Hardship / Special Duty Allowance (CAPF postings)
- Uniform allowance
- Medical benefits
Career growth & perks
- Central government / police job security
- NPS pension and Group Insurance
- Promotion to Inspector and higher ranks
- CSD canteen and housing facilities
- Gazetted-officer career trajectory in CAPF
SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) salary — FAQs
What is the in-hand salary for SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) 2026?
The in-hand salary for SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) ranges from ₹47,000 – ₹64,000 per month depending on the post, pay level and city (which sets the HRA slab). SSC CPO recruits Sub-Inspectors for Delhi Police and the CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB). The post sits at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, with uniform and risk/hardship allowances depending on the force.
What is the pay scale / pay level for SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector)?
SSC CPO (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 SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) jobs?
On top of basic pay, SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA — 27% / 18% / 9% by city class), Transport Allowance (TA), Risk & Hardship / Special Duty Allowance (CAPF postings) and more. These allowances are what make the in-hand salary higher than the basic pay.
Figures are indicative at the current DA slab; Delhi Police SI gets full X-city HRA while CAPF in-hand varies by posting and risk/hardship allowances. Deductions (NPS, income tax) apply. Confirm against the official SSC notification.
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