As of Sunday, February 1, 2026, the starting gross monthly salary for Central Government employees in Pay Level 2 (LDC / Junior Secretariat Assistant) is approximately ₹40,400 per month. This figure accounts for the projected Dearness Allowance (DA) of 62% effective from January 2026.
7th Pay Commission Level 2 Pay Matrix (2026)
Pay Level 2 corresponds to the pre-revised Grade Pay of ₹1900. It is the entry-level scale for clerical posts like Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Constable (General Duty).
| Basic Pay Step | Amount (₹) | Increment Year (Approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Index 1 (Entry) | ₹19,900 | Year 1 |
| Index 2 | ₹20,500 | Year 2 |
| Index 3 | ₹21,100 | Year 3 |
| Index 4 | ₹21,700 | Year 4 |
| Index 8 (Mid-Career) | ₹24,500 | Year 8 |
Annual Increment: The annual increment for Level 2 is approximately ₹600. The Basic Pay moves from ₹19,900 to ₹20,500 in the second year.
Level 2 In-Hand Salary Calculation (X-Class City)
Below is the salary breakdown for an LDC posted in a Metro City (Delhi, Mumbai, etc.) where HRA is 30% and Transport Allowance is at the higher rate.
| Component | Rate / Formula | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Level 2, Cell 1 | 19,900 |
| DA (Jan 2026) | 62% of Basic | 12,338 |
| HRA (X-Class) | 30% of Basic | 5,970 |
| Transport Allowance | ₹1350 + DA (62%) | 2,187 |
| Gross Salary | — | ₹40,395 |
| NPS Deduction | 10% (Basic+DA) | 3,224 |
| CGEGIS / Tax | Group C Rate | 30 |
| Net In-Hand | Approx | ~₹37,141 |
Transport Allowance Rule: For Level 1 and Level 2, the TPTA base rate is ₹1350 for higher cities (19 notified cities) and ₹900 for other places. It is significantly lower than Level 3 (Tax Assistant) which gets ₹3600.
Level 2 Salary in Y & Z Class Cities
For employees posted in non-metro cities, the HRA and Transport Allowance differ.
- Y-Class City (e.g., Patna, Bhopal): HRA is 20% (₹3,980). TPTA base is usually ₹900. Gross Salary ≈ ₹37,700.
- Z-Class City (Rural/Small Towns): HRA is 10% (₹1,990). TPTA base is ₹900. Gross Salary ≈ ₹35,700.
Which posts fall under Pay Level 2?
Common posts include Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (Initial), and Constable (GD) in CAPFs.
What is the Grade Pay for Level 2?
Level 2 corresponds to the 6th CPC Grade Pay of ₹1900 (Pay Band 1: 5200-20200).
हिंदी सारांश
7वें वेतन आयोग के लेवल 2 (LDC/JSA) की शुरुआती बेसिक सैलरी 19,900 रुपये है। जनवरी 2026 से 62% DA लागू होने पर, X-Class शहरों में कुल सैलरी लगभग 40,400 रुपये बनती है। NPS और अन्य कटौतियों के बाद हाथ में लगभग 37,100 रुपये मिलेंगे। छोटे शहरों (Z-Class) में यह राशि लगभग 33,000 रुपये होगी।
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