SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) Salary 2026
SSC CPO is your route to a uniformed Sub-Inspector career at Pay Level 6 (basic ₹35,400) — either as SI (Executive) in Delhi Police or SI (GD) in the CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB). With DA now at 60% (2026), your take-home lands in the mid-₹50,000s to high-₹60,000s a month, plus government job security, NPS pension, medical cover and a clear promotion ladder into the officer ranks. All figures below are current for 2026. Pay follows the 7th CPC Pay Matrix; in-hand pay across posts ranges from Approx ₹56,900 (Level 6, Z-city) to ₹66,900 (Level 6, X-city/metro) net in-hand per month, at 60% DA 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 (Executive) - Male/Female, Delhi PoliceClassified as Group 'C' by Delhi Police. Posting primarily in Delhi (X-class city), so most incumbents draw the top HRA/TA slab. Flagship post used for the salary slip below. | Level 6 | ₹35,400 (scale ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) | ₹56,900 (Z-city) to ₹66,900 (X-city/Delhi metro) |
| Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB)Classified as Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial. Liable to serve anywhere in India, so HRA/TA vary with posting city class; field/border postings attract additional special/hardship allowances not shown here. | Level 6 | ₹35,400 (scale ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) | ₹56,900 (Z-city/field) to ₹66,900 (X-city) |
SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) salary slip — how in-hand pay is calculated
A worked monthly breakdown for Sub-Inspector (Executive), Delhi Police - Level 6, X-class city (Delhi metro) — Entry basic ₹35,400 at Pay Level 6. DA @ 60% (eff. 01.01.2026). HRA @ 30% (X-class city, Delhi). Transport Allowance ₹3,600 (Levels 3-8, higher-TPTA/metro city) plus 60% DA on TA = ₹5,760. NPS employee share = 10% of (Basic+DA). CGHS deduction for Level 6 = ₹450. Income tax and professional tax are NOT included (they depend on individual declarations/state).. Basic pay plus allowances make up the gross; after deductions you get your net in-hand.
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) @ 60% | ₹21,240 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) @ 30% (X-city) | ₹10,620 |
| Transport Allowance (₹3,600 + 60% DA on TA) | ₹5,760 |
| Gross salary | ₹73,020 |
| NPS employee contribution (10% of Basic+DA) | − ₹5,664 |
| CGHS (Level 6) | − ₹450 |
| Net in-hand | ₹66,906 |
Allowances & benefits
The in-hand salary is basic pay plus these allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA) @ 60% of Basic Pay (effective 01.01.2026), revised twice a year
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) @ 30% / 20% / 10% of Basic for X / Y / Z class cities (30/20/10 slab applies as DA has crossed 50%)
- Transport Allowance: ₹3,600/month (higher-TPTA/metro) or ₹1,800/month (other cities) for Pay Levels 3-8, plus DA% on top of TA
- CAPF/field-specific allowances (not quantified here): special duty allowance, hardship/high-altitude/border area allowance, ration money, uniform/kit and detachment allowances depending on force and posting
- Delhi Police-specific allowances such as special duty / uniform allowance as applicable
Career growth & perks
- Central Government job security with a Group 'B'/'C' regular post
- Pension via National Pension System (NPS) - 10% employee + 14% government contribution
- Medical cover through CGHS / departmental hospitals for self and dependents
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as per central government rules
- Uniform, arms, accommodation (departmental quarters/barracks where available) and canteen (CSD/CPC) facilities
- Group insurance, leave benefits and defined promotional avenues into officer ranks
SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) job profile — what you actually do
Day-to-day duties for the main posts this exam recruits for.
Front-line supervisory police officer: registers and investigates FIRs, leads a team of Head Constables/Constables, maintains law and order, conducts patrolling and crime prevention, handles VIP/event security and traffic duties, files charge-sheets and appears in court, and responds to emergencies in the jurisdiction of a police station.
General-Duty combat/supervisory officer leading a section of jawans. Duties depend on the force: border guarding and anti-infiltration (BSF, ITBP, SSB), internal security, anti-insurgency and riot control (CRPF), and security of airports, metros, PSUs and critical/industrial installations (CISF). Involves patrolling, guard duty, escort, drills, arms handling and field deployment anywhere in India.
Promotion & career growth
The typical promotion ladder from the entry SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector) post:
- Delhi Police (Executive): Sub-Inspector -> Inspector -> Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) -> Additional DCP/DCP, largely by seniority and departmental exams/promotion.
- CAPFs (GD cadre): Sub-Inspector -> Inspector -> Assistant Commandant (Gazetted, via departmental promotion/LDCE) -> Deputy Commandant -> Second-in-Command -> Commandant, subject to seniority, service and vacancies.
- Promotions in both streams also depend on qualifying departmental examinations, service length and vacancy availability; time-bound financial upgradation is available under MACP.
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 Approx ₹56,900 (Level 6, Z-city) to ₹66,900 (Level 6, X-city/metro) net in-hand per month, at 60% DA per month depending on the post, pay level and city (which sets the HRA slab). SSC CPO is your route to a uniformed Sub-Inspector career at Pay Level 6 (basic ₹35,400) — either as SI (Executive) in Delhi Police or SI (GD) in the CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB). With DA now at 60% (2026), your take-home lands in the mid-₹50,000s to high-₹60,000s a month, plus government job security, NPS pension, medical cover and a clear promotion ladder into the officer ranks. All figures below are current for 2026.
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) @ 60% of Basic Pay (effective 01.01.2026), revised twice a year, House Rent Allowance (HRA) @ 30% / 20% / 10% of Basic for X / Y / Z class cities (30/20/10 slab applies as DA has crossed 50%), Transport Allowance: ₹3,600/month (higher-TPTA/metro) or ₹1,800/month (other cities) for Pay Levels 3-8, plus DA% on top of TA, CAPF/field-specific allowances (not quantified here): special duty allowance, hardship/high-altitude/border area allowance, ration money, uniform/kit and detachment allowances depending on force and posting and more. These allowances are what make the in-hand salary higher than the basic pay.
Salary slip is worked at 60% DA for an X-class city (Delhi metro) posting; net in-hand is lower in Y/Z-class cities. Income tax and state professional tax are excluded because they are not fixed departmental deductions and depend on individual declarations/state. CAPF field, border, high-altitude and other special allowances are not included and can materially increase gross pay for certain postings. Always confirm exact figures against the current official SSC notification and your appointment/posting order.
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