7th Civilian Pay Matrix Level 1: Hand Salary for Pay Level 1 (GP 1800)

Civilian Pay Matrix Level 1 Table Basic Salary Structure for Central Govt Employees

Civilian Pay Matrix Level 1 Basic Salary Structure: This is the initial and absolute minimum basic salary in the Central Government Services in India. The minimum basic pay for individuals entering the lowest grade of post in Central Government services is set at Rs. 18,000, as recommended by the 7th Pay Commission and implemented in January 2016. When calculating the gross pay based on this basic salary as of March 2024, it will amount to around Rs. 34,425 per month, including 50% of Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA).

Civilian Pay Matrix Table Overview

Topic	Pay Matrix Table
Category	Civilian Pay Matrix Table
Beneficiaries	Central Govt Employees
Pay Level	1
Minimum Salary	Rs. 18000
Maximum Salary	Rs. 56900
Stages	40
Minimum Increment	Rs.500
Maximum increment	Rs.1700
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Civilian Pay Matrix Level 1 Minimum Basic Salary

The Minimum Basic Salary in Pay Matrix Level 1 for Civilian Employees is set at Rs. 18,000, providing a foundational starting point for individuals embarking on careers in various governmental or civilian positions. This salary serves as a base for establishing financial stability and growth prospects. The first pay level (Grade Pay 1800) within Pay Band-1 (5200 to 20200) represents the initial and lowest pay scale in the 7th CPC pay structure. The salary range for Pay Matrix Level 1 begins at Rs. 18,000 and goes up to Rs. 56,900, spanning across 40 stages with annual increments. Each yearly increment is a minimum of Rs. 500, approximately equal to 3% of the basic pay.

How to Calculate Minimum Basic Salary as Rs.18000?

Calculation of the minimum pay as of January 1, 2016, according to the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission is as follows:

1. Rice – Rs.1108.30
2. Dal – Rs.704.44
3. Raw Vegetables – Rs.526.28
4. Green Vegetables – Rs.428.85
5. Other Vegetables – Rs.221.42
6. Fruits – Rs.692.93
7. Milk – Rs.679.26
8. Sugar/Jaggery – Rs.188.48
9. Edible Oil – Rs.410.46
10. Fish – Rs.670.95
11. Meat – Rs.2004.51
12. Egg – Rs.383.98
13. Detergents, etc. – Rs.291.31
14. Clothing – Rs.906.83
15. Total Expenses – Rs.9217.99

Subtracting 20% of the total expenses from the total, the amount is Rs.11522.49. Considering additional expenses for events like marriage, recreation, festivals, etc., which amount to Rs.2033.38, the new total becomes Rs.13555.87. To provide for skills development, an additional 25% is added to the new total, resulting in Rs.3388.97. The sum of the revised total and the skill development provision is Rs.16944.84.

Deducting housing expenses of Rs.524.07 from the sum, and dividing by 0.97, the amount equals Rs.17468.91. A 3% increase is applied to this figure as Dearness Allowance (DA) is anticipated to be at 125% on January 1, 2016, resulting in an amount of Rs.524.07. Therefore, the final minimum pay as of January 1, 2016, is calculated to be Rs.17992.98, which is rounded off to Rs.18000 for practical purposes.

What is the Fitment Factor for Pay Level 1?

The determination of the Fitment Factor for Pay Level 1 in the context of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) does not adhere to a fixed formula. However, a systematic calculation approach can be employed to ascertain the prospective Fitment Factor. The methodology adopted by the 7th pay committee to establish the existing Fitment Factor of 2.57 is demonstrated below:
Initial Basic Pay as of 31.12.2015 (100%) 1.00
Dearness Allowance as of 31.12.2015 (125%) 1.25
Total (Basic Pay + DA) 2.25
Recommendation by 7th CPC to augment by 14.29 percent on the Total (Basic Pay + DA) 0.32
Resultant Fitment Factor 2.57

Civilian Pay Matrix Level 1 Basic Salary Structure

Civilian Pay Matrix Level 1 Basic Salary Structure Chart is a comprehensive guide that outlines the salary details for Central Government Employees. This chart provides a detailed breakdown of the basic salary structure at Level 1, offering transparency and clarity for employees. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the pay scale, allowances, and other benefits that are associated with this specific level in the Civilian Pay Matrix Level 1 Basic Salary Structure.

Minimum and Maximum Increment for Civilian Pay Matrix Level 1

The designated minimum annual increment for pay level 1 within the pay matrix is set at Rs.500, while the maximum annual increment is established at Rs.1700 following the specified pay progression table.

S.No.	Basic Salary	Link
1	18000	View
2	18500	View
3	19100	View
4	19700	View
5	20300	View
6	20900	View
7	21500	View
8	22100	View
9	22800	View
10	23500	View
11	24200	View
12	24900	View
13	25600	View
14	26400	View
15	27200	View
16	28000	View
17	28800	View
18	29700	View
19	30600	View
20	31500	View
21	32400	View
22	33400	View
23	34400	View
24	35400	View
25	36500	View
26	37600	View
27	38700	View
28	39900	View
29	41100	View
30	42300	View
31	43600	View
32	44900	View
33	46200	View
34	47600	View
35	49000	View
36	50500	View
37	52000	View
38	53600	View
39	55200	View
40	56900	View