SSC CPO Salary 2026: Quick Answer
As per the official SSC notice for the Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 (SSC CPO 2026), all three posts carry Pay Level 6 (₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400), so a new Sub-Inspector starts on a basic pay of ₹35,400 a month. With DA at 60%, HRA and Transport Allowance, our approximate calculation gives a gross of about ₹63,000 to ₹73,000 and an in-hand of about ₹57,400 to ₹67,400 before income tax, depending on the city.
Key takeaway: Pay Level 6 and the ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 range are official (Para 1 of the notice). The gross and in-hand figures are our approximate calculations from official DA, HRA and TA rates. Force-specific allowances (such as those for field or hardship postings in CAPFs) are not in the SSC notice, so we do not add made-up numbers for them.
Official source: SSC CPO 2026 notice (PDF), uploaded on ssc.gov.in on 10.09.2026 (E/37/2026-C-2 Section).
SSC CPO Salary 2026 Post-Wise (From the Official Notice)
| Post | Pay Level | Pay scale | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-Inspector (GD) in CAPFs (BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 | Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial |
| Sub-Inspector (Executive), Male/Female, in Delhi Police | Level 6 | ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 | Group 'C' (as classified by Delhi Police) |
| Sub-Inspector (Fire), Male, in CISF | Level 6 | ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 | Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial |
Source: Notice Para 1.1 to 1.3. Delhi Police SI and CAPF SI get the same basic pay; the difference is the group classification, posting (Delhi only for Delhi Police; all-India for CAPFs) and the allowances that come with each force.
SSC CPO Salary Structure 2026: DA, HRA and TA
| Component | Rate in October 2026 | Amount on ₹35,400 basic | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic pay | Cell 1 of Level 6 | ₹35,400 | SSC CPO 2026 notice, Para 1 |
| Dearness Allowance | 60% of basic, from 01.01.2026 | ₹21,240 | PIB, Cabinet decision of 18.04.2026 |
| HRA, X city | 30% of basic | ₹10,620 | DoE OM, 07.07.2017 |
| HRA, Y city | 20% of basic | ₹7,080 | DoE OM, 07.07.2017 |
| HRA, Z town | 10% of basic | ₹3,540 | DoE OM, 07.07.2017 |
| Transport Allowance (Levels 3 to 8) | ₹3,600 + DA in listed cities; ₹1,800 + DA elsewhere | ₹5,760 or ₹2,880 | DoE TA OM, 07.07.2017 |
| Pension deduction used in our estimate | NPS: 10% of (basic + DA) | ₹5,664 | PFRDA |
DA status (21 October 2026): DA has been 60% of basic since 1 January 2026, after the Cabinet decision of 18 April 2026. As of the morning of 21 October 2026 no Cabinet decision or Department of Expenditure order had been issued for the instalment due from 1 July 2026. When it is announced, add the new percentage of ₹35,400 to the gross figures below.
HRA and accommodation: HRA is paid only when government accommodation is not provided. Many CAPF postings come with accommodation or barracks, and then HRA does not apply.
SSC CPO In-Hand Salary 2026 (Approximate)
Method: basic ₹35,400 + DA 60% + HRA + TA with DA, minus 10% of (basic + DA) towards pension. Income tax, professional tax, CGEGIS and force-specific deductions or allowances are not included.
| City type | Basic | DA 60% | HRA | TA (with DA) | Gross (approx) | Pension 10% | In-hand before tax (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X city (e.g. Delhi) | ₹35,400 | ₹21,240 | ₹10,620 | ₹5,760 | ₹73,020 | ₹5,664 | ₹67,356 |
| Y city | ₹35,400 | ₹21,240 | ₹7,080 | ₹2,880 | ₹66,600 | ₹5,664 | ₹60,936 |
| Z town | ₹35,400 | ₹21,240 | ₹3,540 | ₹2,880 | ₹63,060 | ₹5,664 | ₹57,396 |
Worked example: Delhi Police SI salary in hand
Delhi is an X-class city and on the higher-TA list:
- Basic pay: ₹35,400
- DA at 60%: ₹21,240
- HRA at 30%: ₹10,620 (only if no government accommodation)
- TA: ₹3,600 + 60% = ₹5,760
- Gross: ₹73,020
- Pension deduction: 10% of (₹35,400 + ₹21,240) = ₹5,664
- In-hand before tax: about ₹67,356
Worked example: CAPF SI with government accommodation in a Z-class town
No HRA: ₹35,400 + ₹21,240 + ₹2,880 = ₹59,520 gross; minus ₹5,664 = about ₹53,856 before tax, plus any force-specific allowances for that posting.
SSC CPO Pay Scale: Level 6 Increments
You join at cell 1 of Level 6 and normally move one cell up each year. From the official 7th CPC pay matrix (Table 5 of the 7th CPC Report):
| Cell in Level 6 | Basic pay | DA at 60% | Basic + DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (joining) | ₹35,400 | ₹21,240 | ₹56,640 |
| 2 | ₹36,500 | ₹21,900 | ₹58,400 |
| 3 | ₹37,600 | ₹22,560 | ₹60,160 |
| 4 | ₹38,700 | ₹23,220 | ₹61,920 |
| 5 | ₹39,900 | ₹23,940 | ₹63,840 |
| 6 | ₹41,100 | ₹24,660 | ₹65,760 |
| 7 | ₹42,300 | ₹25,380 | ₹67,680 |
| 40 (top of Level 6) | ₹1,12,400 | ₹67,440 | ₹1,79,840 |
Source: 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Civilian Employees), Table 5; the 7th CPC report is listed on the Department of Expenditure website. The top cell, ₹1,12,400, matches the upper end of the scale printed in the SSC notice.
SSC CPO Salary vs SSC CGL Level 6 Posts
Level 6 is also the pay level of several SSC CGL posts, so the basic pay is the same:
| Point | SSC CPO Sub-Inspector | SSC CGL Level 6 posts |
|---|---|---|
| Starting basic | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 |
| Posting | Delhi (Delhi Police) or anywhere in India (CAPFs, CISF Fire) | Depends on the department |
| Uniformed service | Yes, with PST/PET and medical standards | Mostly no |
| Probation | 2 years (Notice Para 16.15) | As per department rules |
For the CGL side, see our SSC CGL salary 2026 note.
SSC CPO 2026: Job Conditions Linked to Salary
| Condition | What the notice says |
|---|---|
| Probation | 2 years; you must complete the prescribed training and examinations during probation (Para 16.15) |
| Training obstacles | Selected SIs must pass seven obstacle events during training (vertical board jump, rope hold, Tarzan swing, horizontal board, parallel rope, monkey crawl, vertical rope), failing which they may not be retained (Para 12.12) |
| Service liability | All posts except SI in Delhi Police carry All India Service Liability (Para 16.18) |
| Delhi Police (male) | A valid LMV driving licence (motorcycle and car) is needed on the date of PE&MT; without it, male candidates are eligible only for CAPF SI posts (Para 7.8) |
SSC CPO 2026 Vacancies and Exam Dates
| Post | Tentative vacancies |
|---|---|
| SI (Executive) in Delhi Police, Male | 205 |
| SI (Executive) in Delhi Police, Female | 112 |
| SI (GD) in CAPFs | 1,320 |
| SI (Fire) in CISF, Male | 234 |
| Total | 1,871 |
Source: Notice Para 2. Online applications ran from 10.09.2026 to 30.09.2026. SSC's corrigendum of 26.10.2026 schedules the computer based examination from 23 to 28 November 2026 (SSC notice); the earlier notice of 01.10.2026 had said 20 to 28 November. Age limit and physical standards are covered in our SSC CPO eligibility and age limit 2026 note.
SSC CPO Salary After 8th Pay Commission
The Cabinet approved the Terms of Reference of the 8th Central Pay Commission on 28 October 2025, with 18 months from its constitution to report (PIB). As of 21 October 2026, no new pay matrix has been notified, so SSC CPO posts remain at Level 6 of the 7th CPC matrix.
SSC CPO Salary FAQs
What is the SSC CPO salary per month in 2026?
The basic pay is ₹35,400 (Pay Level 6). With DA at 60%, HRA and TA, the gross is about ₹63,060 to ₹73,020 a month, and the in-hand about ₹57,400 to ₹67,400 before income tax. Basic pay is official; the rest is our approximate calculation.
What is the Delhi Police SI salary in 2026?
Level 6, ₹35,400 basic. In Delhi (X city, higher TA), the approximate gross is ₹73,020 and in-hand about ₹67,356 before tax, if HRA is paid.
Is CAPF SI salary different from Delhi Police SI salary?
The basic pay is the same, Level 6 (₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400). Allowances differ by force and posting; CAPF SI is Group 'B' Non-Gazetted while Delhi Police SI is classified Group 'C' by Delhi Police.
What is the pay level of SI (Fire) in CISF?
Level 6, ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400, Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted), Non-Ministerial, as per Para 1.3 of the notice.
What is the maximum basic pay of an SSC CPO Sub-Inspector?
₹1,12,400, the top of Level 6. Promotions to higher ranks move you to higher pay levels.
How long is the SSC CPO probation period?
Two years, during which you must complete prescribed training and examinations (Para 16.15).
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