SSC GD Constable salary by post
The pay level comes from the recruitment notice. Starting basic pay is cell 1 of that level; DA and HRA are added at the current central rates.
| Post | Level | Basic pay | DA (63%) | Basic + DA + HRA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constable (GD) in CAPFs and SSF; Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles (all posts) SSC GD 2026 | 3 | ₹21,700 | ₹13,671 | ₹37,541 – ₹41,881 |
Pay levels: Notice of Constable (GD) in CAPFs and SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2026 (uploaded 01.12.2025), para 2, page 2: Pay Level-3 (Rs 21,700 to Rs 69,100) for all the posts. Basic pay: CCS (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016, G.S.R. 721(E), 25.07.2016, Schedule Part A (Gazette of India copy). DA: Department of Expenditure OM No. 1/2(i)/2026-E.II(B), 29.10.2026 (DA 63% from 01.07.2026) to verify. HRA 10–30% (Z to X cities): Department of Expenditure OM No. 2/5/2017-E.II(B), 07.07.2017; DoE OM of 12.03.2024.
What this does not include
- Transport allowance, special allowances of some departments, and deductions (NPS, tax). Work out your own figure in the salary calculator.
- DA changes twice a year; each annual increment moves basic pay one cell down the pay matrix.