Classification of Central Government Posts: List of Group A Posts, B Posts, and C Posts
7th Pay Commission Classification of Central Government Posts: The categorization of positions within the Central Government Services is based on a structured system that considers the professional responsibilities and hierarchical grades of government officials within the administrative framework. This classification process encompasses various factors including the pay matrix level, authority, job requirements, and minimum qualifications needed for each post.
The 6th Central Pay Commission recommended the elimination of Group D and its elevation to Group C status, a classification that was subsequently adopted by the 7th CPC. Presently, the prevailing classification system recognizes three distinct groups: Group A, Group B, and Group C. Over 35 employees serving in the Central Government are now categorized into these three segments of Groups A, B, and C.
Table of Classification of Central Government Posts
| Topic | Classification of Central Government Posts |
| Beneficiaries | Central Govt Employees |
| Group A | Pay Level 1 to 5 |
| Group B | Pay Level 6 to 9 |
| Group C | Pay Level 10 to 18 |
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7th CPC Classification of Posts
7th CPC Classification of Central Government Posts: The Classification of Central Government Posts under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) identifies Central Civil Posts based on their corresponding pay levels in the Pay Matrix. This classification is outlined as follows:
| Pay Matrix Level-18 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-17 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-16 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-15 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-14 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-13A | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-13 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-12 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-11 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-10 | Group A |
| Pay Matrix Level-9 | Group B |
| Pay Matrix Level-8 | Group B |
| Pay Matrix Level-7 | Group B |
| Pay Matrix Level-6 | Group B |
| Pay Matrix Level-5 | Group C |
| Pay Matrix Level-4 | Group C |
| Pay Matrix Level-3 | Group C |
| Pay Matrix Level-2 | Group C |
| Pay Matrix Level-1 | Group C |
6th CPC Classification of Posts
| CS Scale (Rs.90000 Fixed) | Group A |
| Apex Scale (Rs.80000 Fixed) | Group A |
| HAG Scale (Rs.75500 80000) | Group A |
| Grade Pay 12000 | Group A |
| Grade Pay 10000 | Group A |
| Grade Pay 8900 | Group A |
| Grade Pay 8700 | Group A |
| Grade Pay 7600 | Group A |
| Grade Pay 6600 | Group A |
| Grade Pay 5400 (PB-III) | Group A |
| Grade Pay 5400 (PB-II) | Group B |
| Grade Pay 4800 | Group B |
| Grade Pay 4600 | Group B |
| Grade Pay 4200 | Group B |
| Grade Pay 2800 | Group C |
| Grade Pay 2400 | Group C |
| Grade Pay 2000 | Group C |
| Grade Pay 1900 | Group C |
| Grade Pay 1800 | Group C |
| Grade Pay 1650 | Group D |
| Grade Pay 1600 | Group D |
| Grade Pay 1400 | Group D |
| Grade Pay 1300 | Group D |
| Note: Till the posts GP 1300 to 1650 are upgraded | |
Benefits of Classification of Posts
The classification of posts within the Central Government plays a crucial role in determining the privileges and benefits available to individuals. Employees are entitled to access the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) for receiving treatment at private hospitals based on their pay level or post-classification. Additionally, eligibility for Leave Travel Concession is also determined by the post-classification within the Central Government.