SSC CHSL Salary 2026: Quick Answer
As per the official SSC CHSL 2026 notice (F. No. HQ-C1102/5/2026-C-1), LDC and JSA are in Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 to ₹63,200), Data Entry Operator (DEO) is in Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 to ₹81,100) or Level 5 (₹29,200 to ₹92,300), and DEO Grade 'A' is in Level 4. With DA at 60%, HRA and Transport Allowance, our approximate calculation puts the LDC/JSA gross at about ₹35,000 to ₹40,000 a month and DEO gross at about ₹46,000 to ₹61,000, depending on the city and level.
Key takeaway: The pay levels and pay ranges are official (Para 1 of the notice). The gross and in-hand figures are our approximate calculations from official DA, HRA and TA rates; they are not printed by SSC.
SSC CHSL Post-Wise Salary (Official Pay Level)
| Post | Pay Level | Basic pay range | Starting basic pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Level 2 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | ₹19,900 |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Level 4 | ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 | ₹25,500 |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Level 5 | ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 | ₹29,200 |
| Data Entry Operator, Grade 'A' | Level 4 | ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 | ₹25,500 |
Source: SSC CHSL 2026 notice, Para 1.1 to 1.3. The notice says DEO posts can be in either Level 4 or Level 5; the level depends on the post you are allotted. All CHSL posts are Group C.
SSC CHSL Salary Components in 2026
| Component | Rate in October 2026 | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | 60% of basic pay, from 01.01.2026 | PIB, Cabinet decision of 18.04.2026 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 30% (X), 20% (Y), 10% (Z) of basic pay | DoE OM, 07.07.2017 |
| Transport Allowance, Levels 1-2 | ₹1,350 + DA in the listed cities; ₹900 + DA elsewhere (₹3,600/₹1,800 + DA if pay is ₹24,200 or more) | DoE TA OM, 07.07.2017 and modification OM |
| Transport Allowance, Levels 3-8 | ₹3,600 + DA in the listed cities; ₹1,800 + DA elsewhere | DoE TA OM, 07.07.2017 |
| NPS deduction | Employee 10% of (basic + DA); Government adds 14% | PFRDA |
DA status: DA became 60% from 1 January 2026 after the Cabinet decision of 18 April 2026. As of 20 October 2026 we could find no PIB release or Department of Expenditure order for the instalment due from 1 July 2026, so the tables use 60%.
HRA city classes: X includes Delhi, Greater Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad and Pune; Y includes cities such as Lucknow, Jaipur, Patna, Bhopal and Chandigarh; all other towns are Z (annexure to the DoE OM of 07.07.2017).
SSC CHSL In-Hand Salary 2026 (Approximate)
Method: basic (first cell) + DA 60% + HRA + Transport Allowance with DA, minus NPS at 10% of (basic + DA). Income tax, professional tax, CGEGIS and department-specific items are not included. "Listed city" means the cities named in the TA order, where the higher TA applies.
LDC / JSA salary per month (Level 2)
| City type | Basic | DA 60% | HRA | TA (with DA) | Gross (approx) | NPS 10% | In-hand before tax (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X city, listed for higher TA | ₹19,900 | ₹11,940 | ₹5,970 | ₹2,160 | ₹39,970 | ₹3,184 | ₹36,786 |
| Y city, other-places TA | ₹19,900 | ₹11,940 | ₹3,980 | ₹1,440 | ₹37,260 | ₹3,184 | ₹34,076 |
| Z town, other-places TA | ₹19,900 | ₹11,940 | ₹1,990 | ₹1,440 | ₹35,270 | ₹3,184 | ₹32,086 |
TA for Level 2 here is ₹1,350 + 60% = ₹2,160 in a listed city and ₹900 + 60% = ₹1,440 elsewhere, because the starting pay (₹19,900) is below the ₹24,200 threshold in the DoE modification order.
DEO salary per month (Level 4 and Level 5)
| Level | City type | Gross (approx) | In-hand before tax (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 4 (DEO / DEO Grade A) | X city, listed for higher TA | ₹54,210 | ₹50,130 |
| Level 4 | Y city | ₹48,780 | ₹44,700 |
| Level 4 | Z town | ₹46,230 | ₹42,150 |
| Level 5 (DEO) | X city, listed for higher TA | ₹61,240 | ₹56,568 |
| Level 5 | Y city | ₹55,440 | ₹50,768 |
| Level 5 | Z town | ₹52,520 | ₹47,848 |
Worked example (DEO, Level 4, Delhi): basic ₹25,500; DA ₹15,300; HRA 30% ₹7,650; TA ₹3,600 + 60% = ₹5,760. Gross = ₹54,210. NPS = 10% of ₹40,800 = ₹4,080. In-hand before tax ≈ ₹50,130.
Worked example (LDC, Level 2, a Z-class town): basic ₹19,900; DA ₹11,940; HRA 10% ₹1,990; TA ₹900 + 60% = ₹1,440. Gross = ₹35,270; NPS ₹3,184; in-hand before tax ≈ ₹32,086.
SSC CHSL Salary After 8th Pay Commission
The Cabinet approved the 8th Central Pay Commission's Terms of Reference on 28 October 2025 and gave it 18 months from its constitution to report (PIB). In its Lok Sabha reply of 10 August 2026, the Finance Ministry said the Commission had not yet submitted its recommendations, and as of 20 October 2026 no new pay matrix or fitment factor has been notified. Until then, CHSL pay stays on the 7th CPC Level 2, 4 and 5 shown above. Read more in our SSC CGL salary 2026 note, which covers the same allowances for higher levels.
SSC CHSL 2026: Vacancies, Age and Exam Dates
| Item | Official position | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tentative vacancies | approx. 2,536 | CHSL 2026 notice, Para 2.1 |
| Age limit | 18-27 years on 01.08.2026 (born not before 02.08.1999 and not later than 01.08.2008) | Para 5.1 |
| Age relaxation | SC/ST 5, OBC 3, PwBD 10 (OBC 13, SC/ST 15) years; Central Govt. employees up to 40 (SC/ST 45); widows/divorced women up to 35 (SC/ST 40) | Para 5.2 |
| Applications | 07.09.2026 to 07.10.2026 | Notice, page 1 |
| Tier-I exam | 30 November to 31 December 2026 | SSC Important Notice, 01.10.2026 |
The notice adds that only male candidates are eligible for any LDC vacancy in the Border Roads Organisation, which also has physical and medical standards (Para 4.3 and 4.4).
LDC vs DEO: Which CHSL Post Pays More?
DEO pays more at the start: Level 4 begins at ₹25,500 and Level 5 at ₹29,200, against ₹19,900 for LDC/JSA. In our approximate X-city figures, that is about ₹50,130 (DEO Level 4) versus ₹36,786 (LDC) a month before tax. DEO posts need a typing/data entry speed standard in the skill test, so check the skill test rules in the notice before you set your preferences.
SSC CHSL Salary FAQs
What is the SSC CHSL salary per month?
About ₹32,000 to ₹37,000 in hand for LDC/JSA and about ₹42,000 to ₹57,000 for DEO, before income tax, using DA at 60% (our approximate calculation from official rates).
What is the basic pay of SSC CHSL LDC?
₹19,900, in Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 to ₹63,200), as per Para 1.1 of the CHSL 2026 notice.
What is the SSC CHSL DEO salary?
DEO is in Level 4 (starting basic ₹25,500) or Level 5 (starting basic ₹29,200). Approximate gross is ₹46,230 to ₹54,210 for Level 4 and ₹52,520 to ₹61,240 for Level 5, depending on the city.
Is HRA paid to SSC CHSL employees?
Yes, at 30%, 20% or 10% of basic pay in X, Y and Z cities respectively, unless government accommodation is given.
When will the 8th Pay Commission change SSC CHSL salary?
No date has been fixed. The 8th CPC has 18 months from its constitution to report and had not reported as of 20 October 2026.
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