UP PGT Teacher Salary
Last updated: August | Based on UP 7th Pay Commission (GO 65/2016), DA 60%, and UP Secondary Education recruitment rules.
The UP PGT Teacher salary is one of the most searched education salary topics in Uttar Pradesh. PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) teaches Classes XI to XII (Senior Secondary) in government inter colleges, aided institutions, and model schools. This page covers pay scale, in-hand salary, subject-wise posts, recruitment, and promotion — and is not about TGT, Primary Teacher, Assistant Teacher, or LT Grade posts.
UP PGT Teacher Salary at a Glance
Pay Level 10 · Entry Basic ₹56,100 · DA 60% · HRA 8–24% · Est. In-Hand ₹95,000–₹98,000/month · Pension: NPS · Recruitment: UPSESSB / Education Dept.
PGT = Classes XI–XII (Level 10). TGT = Classes VI–X (Level 8). Primary Teacher = Classes I–V (Level 7). Assistant Teacher and LT Grade are separate cadres — see comparison below and our UP Teacher Salary hub.
Salary Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | UP Secondary / Basic Education |
| Post | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) |
| Classes | XI to XII (Senior Secondary) |
| Pay Level | Level 10 |
| Basic Pay | ₹56,100/month (entry) |
| Gross Salary (Lucknow) | ₹1,06,824 |
| In-Hand Salary (Est.) | ₹97,848 |
| Pension | NPS (post-Apr 2005) |
Monthly Salary Breakdown
| Component | Calculation | Monthly (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Pay Level 10 entry | 56,100 |
| Dearness Allowance | 60% × Basic | 33,660 |
| House Rent Allowance | 24% × Basic | 13,464 |
| Transport Allowance | Fixed | 3,600 |
| Gross Salary | Sum of above | 1,06,824 |
| NPS Deduction | 10% × (Basic + DA) | −8,976 |
| Est. In-Hand | Gross − NPS | 97,848 |
Salary Slip Example
* Illustrative sample slip for reference. Actual figures vary by posting, city, and service length.
Pay Matrix Level 10
UP PGT Teachers are placed in Pay Level 10 of the UP pay matrix.
| Cell | Basic Pay (₹) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 56,100 | ★ Entry (New PGT) |
| 2 | 57,800 | After 1st increment |
| … | … | 3% annual increment |
| 40 | 1,77,500 | Maximum of Level 10 |
Subject-wise PGT Posts
Pay scale is identical across all subjects — only the recruitment vacancy and subject qualification differ.
| Subject | Qualification | Pay Level | Entry Basic (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | M.Sc (Physics) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Chemistry | M.Sc (Chemistry) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Mathematics | M.Sc / M.A (Maths) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Biology | M.Sc (Botany/Zoology) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| English | M.A (English) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Hindi | M.A (Hindi) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Economics | M.A (Economics) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Commerce | M.Com + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Political Science | M.A (Pol. Science) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| History | M.A (History) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Geography | M.A (Geography) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
| Sanskrit | M.A (Sanskrit) + B.Ed + UPTET | 10 | 56,100 |
PGT teachers in UP government inter colleges and aided institutions follow the same UP 7th CPC pay matrix. Aided college pay may depend on grant-in-aid status — see UP Teacher Salary for aided vs government comparison.
PGT vs Other Teacher Posts
| Post | Classes | Pay Level | Entry Basic (₹) | Est. In-Hand (Lucknow) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Teacher | I–V | 7 | 44,900 | ~79,032 |
| Assistant Teacher | I–V / VI–VIII | 7 | 44,900 | ~79,032 |
| LT Grade | VI–VIII | 7–8 | 44,900–47,600 | ~79,000–83,500 |
| TGT | VI–X | 8 | 47,600 | ~83,568 |
| PGT | XI–XII | 10 | 56,100 | ~97,848 |
Allowances & Deductions
DA, HRA & Transport
DA: 60% of basic · HRA: 24% (X) / 16% (Y) / 8% (Z) · TA: ₹3,600/month · Academic Allowance: ~₹3,600 (where notified)
NPS & Other Deductions
NPS: 10% of (Basic+DA) · GIS: ~₹30 · Professional Tax: ₹200/month
Job Profile
UP PGT Teachers handle:
- Senior secondary teaching — Classes XI to XII in assigned subject
- Board exam preparation — UP Board Class XII syllabus coverage and revision
- Lesson planning — unit tests, formative assessment, practicals (science subjects)
- Board exam duties — UP Board Class XII evaluation, invigilation, and moderation
- Career guidance — counselling students for higher education and competitive exams
- Co-curricular activities — science fairs, debates, sports, cultural events
- School administration — attendance, records, parent meetings, department coordination
- Election & census duty — as per government orders
Eligibility & Recruitment
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Post Graduation in subject + B.Ed + UPTET/Super TET pass |
| Age | 21–40 years (relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Recruitment Body | UPSESSB / UP Basic Education / Secondary Education Board |
| Written Exam | Subject-specific MCQ + general knowledge test |
| Document Verification | PG degree, B.Ed, UPTET certificate, category, domicile |
| Medical | General fitness as per notification |
| Probation | Typically 2 years with full Pay Level 10 salary |
| Joining | Pay Level 10, Basic ₹56,100 |
Government inter college PGT recruitment may be through UPSESSB, while Basic / Secondary Education Department handles senior secondary PGT posts separately. Always refer to the specific recruitment notification for exam pattern and eligibility.
Career Progression
Career Progression Ladder
Uttar Pradesh Police · Estimated pay at each rank (7th CPC)
* In-hand figures are estimates (DA 60%, HRA 24%, NPS 10%). Actual promotion timelines depend on vacancies, departmental exams, and seniority.
MACP grants financial upgradation at 10, 20, and 30 years without change in designation.
Training & Probation
Newly appointed PGT teachers undergo:
- Induction training — pedagogy, classroom management, ICT tools
- Probation period — typically 2 years with full salary
- Subject workshops — UP Board Class XII syllabus orientation
- Practical training — lab management for science PGT posts
- Confirmation — after satisfactory service and departmental review
8th Pay Commission Impact
8th Pay Commission Impact
UP PGT Teacher · Current vs projected salary
* 8th Pay Commission projections use an illustrative 2x fitment factor and assume DA resets to ~50% post-implementation. Actual fitment will be determined by the Pay Commission and state government notification. Not official.
All 8th Pay figures are estimated and subject to final notification.
State Comparison
Teacher Salary — State & Employer Comparison
Entry-level teacher in-hand estimates
* Estimates based on each employer's DA, HRA, and allowance rules. UP figure uses Lucknow Primary Teacher (HRA 24%, DA 60%).
Useful Calculators
Calculator Inputs
* Estimates based on current Uttar Pradesh Govt rules. Gross = Basic + DA + HRA + TA(₹3600). Actuals may vary based on exact location and professional tax.
Related Pages
Official Sources & Disclaimer
- UP 7th Pay Commission GO 65/2016 — Pay matrix
- UPSESSB — PGT recruitment rules
- UP Basic / Secondary Education — Service rules
- UP Finance Department — shasanadesh.up.gov.in — DA orders
Salary figures are estimates based on official UP pay rules. Actual pay depends on posting, pay cell, and allowances. 8th Pay projections are illustrative only. This page covers PGT (Classes XI–XII) only — for TGT, Primary, Assistant Teacher, and LT Grade, see linked pages above.