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Ishika Kathuria

Updated on 07th June, 2024 , 2 min read

UP Police Constable Salary

A comprehensive and fair pay structure is ensured in the 7th Pay Commission guidelines for the UP police constables. This structure combines a base salary with various other allowances to provide a well-defined salary package.

·   Basic Salary: In 2024, UP police constables will receive a basic salary ranging from INR 5,200 per month to INR 20,200 per month. This is the initial salary range for new UP police constables.

·   Grade Salary: It is the fixed amount of the basic salary of UP Police constables in addition to their basic pay. Official notice from the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is required for an accurate graded salary amount.

Other Allowances:

Besides UP Constable’s Basic Salary, they also incur some additional costs for carrying out their work. To cover these costs, the force offers many allowances in addition to the basic salary. A few of these allowances are:

·   Dearness Allowance (DA): This allowance helps to bear the rising living expenses and inflation rate.

·   House Rent Allowance (HRA): This benefit covers the housing expense according to the job location.

·   Medical Allowance: This stipend pays the medical costs of constables and their families in case of medical emergencies.

·   Travel Allowance(TA): This stipend pays for expenses spent on official business trips.

·   Paying Off Unused Leaves: This is not a perk but does offer financial assistance.

·   Other Allowances

Specific allowances may change depending on factors like the constable’s rank, tenure of service, performance, location, etc. It is always suggested to refer to the official UPPRPB for the most up-to-date information.

Calculating the UP Police Constable Salary:

The final in-hand salary can vary depending on the circumstances, following are the simplified calculations:

In-hand Salary= Basic Salary + Graded Salary+ Allowances (HRA, DA, Medical, etc) – Tax and other deductions (PF, etc)

The deductions like income tax and Provident Fund (PF) contributions determine the UP police constable’s contribution choices & tax bracket

 

Component

Amount Details

Exam Conducting Body

Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board

Job Location

Uttar Pradesh

Designation

UP Police Constable

Monthly Pay

INR 21,700 (Salary scale INR 5,200 to INR 20,200)

Allowances

Dearness Allowances (DA), House Rent Allowances (HRA), Medical Allowance, Travel Allowance etc

Additional Benefits:

Apart from UP Police Constables basic salary, here are some additional perks that increase the overall package:

·   Medical Insurance Coverage

·   Leave Benefits

·   Pension Plan

·   Job Security

The Promotion Hierarchy:

There are numerous career growth opportunities for the UP police constable employees. Hierarchy starts with the constable position and is promoted up to the highest position i.e. Deputy Superintendent Of Police (DSP)Constables are eligible for promotions based on their performance and work experience. Below mention is the hierarchy:

1.   Constable

2.   Senior Constable

3.   Head Constable

4.   Assistant Sub Inspector

5.   Sub Inspector

6.   Inspector

7.   Deputy Superintendent of Police

 

 

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