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IAS Salary 2025 - Salary Structure, Pay Scale, Basic Pay, Grade Pay & Benefits
Edited By Meghana Mohana Krishnan | Updated on May 02, 2025 11:13 AM IST | #UPSC CSE
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Union Public Service Commission mentioned the details about the IAS salary 2025, the perks and allowances in the official CSE notification. The IAS 2025 salary has been mentioned in the notification at upsc.gov.in. Candidates qualifying the UPSC civil services exam will be recruited as IAS officers. Based on the seniority, the IAS officer salary can reach up to Rs 2,50,000 (approx.) if the candidate reaches the highest post i.e. Cabinet Secretary.
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- IAS Salary - Highlights
- IAS Salary Pay Scale career-wise posts
- IAS salary - Formula for salary calculation
- IAS salary - Components of IAS salary
- IAS salary 2025 - Basic pay
- IAS salary - Dearness Allowance (DA)
- UPSC IAS salary - House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- IAS salary - Travel Allowance (TA)
As per the 7th pay commission, the salary of IAS 2025 has been revised and based on the new compensation, the in-hand salary of an IAS officer is Rs 56,100 plus various allowances and perks. The IAS salary consists of various components like basic pay, HRA, TA, DA, medical allowance and more. The salary of an IAS officer is not that lucrative but the prestige and respect that this post is incomparable. Candidates wanting to clear as IAS, IPS, IFS, etc. through the exam can fill the IAS 2025 application form from the official website. To know more about the salary of IAS officer read the article below -
IAS Salary - Highlights
Aspirants can check the UPSC IAS exam highlights from the below table.
Exam Name | Union Public Service Commission Civil Services Exam |
Commonly known as | UPSC CSE |
Exam Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission |
Official Website | upsc.gov.in/ upsconline.nic.in |
Exam Level | National |
Educational Qualification | Graduation |
Minimum age limit | 21 years |
Stages of Exam | Preliminary Mains Personality Test |
Exam Mode | Offline |
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IAS salary - UPSC Civil Services Posts
Candidates clearing all three stages of the UPSC IAS 2025 selection process are eligible to be recruited to different Group A and B civil service posts in various government departments. The different civil services posts for which the UPSC CSE exam is conducted are mentioned in the table below.
UPSC civil services posts
Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
Indian Police Service (IPS)
Indian Foreign Services (IFS)
Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Corporate Law Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Defence Estates Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Information Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Postal Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Post & Telecommunication Accounts and Finance Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Railway Management Service (Traffic), Group ‘A’
Indian Railway Management Service (Personnel), Group ‘A’
Indian Railway Management Service (Accounts), Group ‘A’
Indian Railway Protection Force Service, Group ‘A’
Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes) Group ‘A’
Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) Group ‘A’
Indian Trade Service, Group ‘A’ (Grade III)
Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group ‘B’ (Section Officer’s Grade)
Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Civil Service (DANICS), Group ‘B’
Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Police Service (DANIPS), Group ‘B’ (xxii) Pondicherry Civil Service (PONDICS), Group ‘B’
Pondicherry Police Service (PONDIPS), Group ‘B’
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IAS Salary Pay Scale career-wise posts
Union Public Service Commission calculates the salary of an IAS officer based on the post and the level in that post. Check the table below to know the career-wise post and IAS 2025 salary.
IAS pay scale career-wise
Careers-wise (Posts) | IAS salary | ||
District Administration | State Secretariat | Central Secretariat | |
Sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) | Under Secretary | Assistant Secretary | Rs 56,100 |
Additional District Magistrate (ADM) | Deputy Secretary | Under Secretary | Rs 67,700 |
District magistrate (DM) | Joint Secretary | Deputy Secretary | Rs 78,800 |
District magistrate (DM) | Special Secretary-cum-Director | Director | Rs 1,18,500 |
Divisional Commissioner (DC) | Secretary-cum-Commissioner | Joint Secretary | Rs 1,44,200 |
Divisional Commissioner (DC) | Principal Secretary | Additional secretary | Rs 1,82,200 |
No Equivalent Rank | Additional Chief Secretary | No Equivalent Rank | Rs 2,05,400 |
No Equivalent Rank | Chief Secretary | Secretary | Rs 2,25,000 |
No Equivalent Rank | No Equivalent Rank | Cabinet Secretary of India | Rs 2,50,000 |
IAS salary - Formula for salary calculation
The salary for different IAS posts is calculated taking various factors into account like basic pay, HRA, DA, TA and other allowances. The salary calculation formula according to the 7th pay commission is mentioned below:
Total IAS salary = Basic salary + HRA + TA + DA + Other allowances
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IAS salary - Components of IAS salary
The salary of an IAS officer has different components. When combined, it forms the total salary. Initially, the salary of all IAS officers is the same i.e. Rs 56,100. It increases with promotion, post and experience. The components of IAS 2025 salary are as follows:
Basic pay
HRA
DA
TA
Other allowances
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IAS salary 2025 - Basic pay
At the start, the basic pay for an IAS officer salary increases 3% each year, for the number of years he/ she remains a Sub-divisional Magistrate (SDM). At the Cabinet Secretary level, the basic pay remains fixed on an IAS salary.
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IAS salary - Dearness Allowance (DA)
In the starting, the DA is fixed at 0% for IAS officers and it increases with time. DA increase is dependent on inflation in IAS salary. It is calculated as per the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Level. IAS salary DA is revised on a half-yearly basis i.e. it is calculated in January and then in July every year. Generally, the IAS salary DA increases 0 - 14% each year at the entry level.
UPSC IAS salary - House Rent Allowance (HRA)
It is clear from the name itself that HRA is the compensation paid to IAS officers for the accommodation. The IAS HRA depends on the city of posting.
IAS salary - Travel Allowance (TA)
TA is given to meet various expenses related to travel. If an IAS officer has been provided with a government vehicle, then he/she cannot claim a travel allowance. Thus, the monthly salary of an IAS officer can range between Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,32,000 depending upon DA, HRA and TA.
UPSC IAS salary - Other Benefits
Some of the other benefits that are provided to IAS officers are as follows:
Resident
Security
Transport facility
Medical benefits
Telephone/ internet bills
Newspaper
Study leaves, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the salary of IAS officer in 2025 as per 7th pay commission?
The in-hand 2025 salary of an IAS officer as per 7th pay commission is Rs. 56,100.
2. What is the salary of IAS officer after 5 years?
After 5 years, the IAS salary depends on the performance of the candidate. The IAS salary may range between Rs 80, 000 and Rs 1,20,000,
3. What is the highest salary that an IAS officer can get through his/ her career as an IAS officer?
The highest salary that an IAS officer can get is Rs 2,50,000, he/ she becomes cabinet secretary of India.
4. Do IAS officers pay income tax on the IAS salary?
Yes, IAS officers have to pay income tax on the IAS salary.
5. What is the maximum salary that an IAS officer can get?
The maximum salary that an IAS officer can get is Rs 2,50,000 (approx.) when becomes Cabinet secretary.
6. What perks and allowances are given to an IAS officer?
An IAS officer is entitled to HRA, DA, TA, medical allowance and perks government vehicle servants, government accommodation, and more.
7. Does IAS get pension in 2025?
Yes, an IAS officer will get pension and retirement benefits.
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This is the typical schedule of the IAS Exam (UPSC CSE):
Notification Release:
February
Online Application Window:
February to early March
Prelims Exam:
May or June
Mains Exam:
September/October
As for 2025, the registration date is already gone, so you have to see for 2026 now. The registration will open most probably in February 2026 so stay tuned.
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Hope this answer helps! Thank You!!!
Yash Teotia 13 July,2025
A candidate who has undergone heart surgery can be eligible for the IAS post if they are medically fit and can perform the required duties without any serious health problems The UPSC allows candidates to appear for the exam if they meet the general physical and mental fitness criteria After clearing the main examination and interview all selected candidates must undergo a detailed medical examination by a government medical board If the candidate has recovered well from heart surgery and there are no complications they can be declared fit for service However if the surgery has caused any permanent disability and if it is certified under the benchmark disability rules then the candidate may be eligible for reservation under the persons with disabilities category Final eligibility depends on the report given by the medical board during the selection process
Previa Gayu 21 June,2025
If a person has undergone heart surgery for ASD which means Atrial Septal Defect and is now medically fit then they can apply for the IAS exam There is no restriction for such candidates if their physical and mental condition is stable and they can perform the duties required in civil services However selection to IAS also depends on passing the medical test conducted after clearing the main exam and interview If the person has any lasting disability due to the heart condition and it is certified by a government medical board then they may be considered under the benchmark disability category as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act In such cases the candidate may come under reservation for persons with disabilities in the specific category mentioned by the medical authority It is always advised to check the official UPSC notification and consult with a government hospital for proper disability certification before applying
Previa Gayu 21 June,2025
Hello ,
If you want to give IAS exam then you should complete your graduation first or also if you are in your last year of graduation then you can fill the application form.
To know more, refer this:
https://competition.careers360.com/articles/upsc-ias-application-form
I hope this helps you!
Sakshi Sharma 27 May,2025
If you want to become an IAS or IPS officer after completing your 12th in PCMC , focus on graduation because the UPSC Civil Services exam requires you to have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. You can choose any graduation stream, but many students prefer degrees like Political Science, Public Administration, History, or Sociology because these subjects help build a strong foundation for the UPSC syllabus. it’s not mandatory to pick these; you can also pursue Science, Commerce, or Arts as long as you complete your graduation. Along with your degree, start preparing for the UPSC exam early by reading newspapers, improving your general knowledge, and practicing answer writing. So, after 12th, pick a degree you are comfortable with, and plan your UPSC preparation alongside
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