UP Police Constable Salary: Complete Guide
Last updated: August | Based on UP 7th Pay Commission (GO 65/2016), DA 60% (latest revision), and official UP Finance Department orders.
The UP Police Constable salary is one of the most searched government salary topics in India, with over 600,000 monthly searches. Whether you are preparing for UPPRPB recruitment, already serving in the Uttar Pradesh Police, or comparing state police salaries, this is the definitive authority page covering every aspect of constable pay — from basic pay and in-hand salary to salary slip format, allowances, deductions, promotion ladder, and 8th Pay Commission projections.
UP Police Constable Salary at a Glance
Pay Level 3 · Entry Basic ₹21,700 · DA 60% · HRA 8–24% · Estimated In-Hand ₹33,000–₹36,500/month · Pension: NPS (post-2005 joiners)
Salary figures on this page are computed from official UP government pay rules (GO 65/2016) and current DA/HRA notifications. Always verify with your DDO or latest salary slip for exact pay cell, battalion allowances, and deductions.
Salary Overview Table
| Component | Details | Monthly (₹) | Annual (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department | Uttar Pradesh Police (Civil / PAC) | — | |
| Post | Police Constable (Level 3) | — | |
| Basic Pay | Pay Matrix Level 3 entry cell | ₹21,700 | ₹2,60,400 |
| Grade Pay (Pre-2016) | PB-1, GP ₹2,000 (historical) | Subsumed in Level 3 | |
| Dearness Allowance | 60% of Basic (latest revision) | ₹13,020 | ₹1,56,240 |
| HRA (Lucknow / X) | 24% of Basic | ₹5,208 | ₹62,496 |
| HRA (Kanpur / Y) | 16% of Basic | ₹3,472 | ₹41,664 |
| HRA (Rural / Z) | 8% of Basic | ₹1,736 | ₹20,832 |
| Transport Allowance | Level 3–8: ₹3,600/month | ₹3,600 | ₹43,200 |
| Gross Salary (Lucknow) | Basic + DA + HRA + TA | ₹43,528 | ₹5,22,336 |
| NPS Deduction | 10% of (Basic + DA) | −₹3,472 | −₹41,664 |
| Estimated In-Hand | Before PT, GIS, IT | ₹36,456+ | ₹4,37,472+ |
Monthly Salary Breakdown
The UP Police Constable monthly salary comprises fixed and variable components. Understanding each line item helps you read your salary slip and plan finances.
Earnings
| Component | Calculation | Monthly (₹) | Annual (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Pay Level 3 entry | 21,700 | 2,60,400 |
| Dearness Allowance | 60% × Basic | 13,020 | 1,56,240 |
| House Rent Allowance | 24% × Basic (Lucknow) | 5,208 | 62,496 |
| Transport Allowance | Fixed (Level 3–8) | 3,600 | 43,200 |
| Gross Salary | Sum of above | 43,528 | 5,22,336 |
Deductions
| Deduction | Calculation | Monthly (₹) | Annual (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NPS (Employee) | 10% × (Basic + DA) | 3,472 | 41,664 |
| GIS | Group Insurance | 30 | 360 |
| Professional Tax | UP state rate | 200 | 2,400 |
| Total Deductions | 3,702 | 44,424 | |
| Net In-Hand | Gross − Deductions | ~39,826 | ~4,77,912 |
In-Hand Salary Explained
Understanding how UP Police Constable in-hand salary is calculated:
Step 1 — Calculate Gross:
- Basic Pay: ₹21,700
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- DA (60%): ₹13,020
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- HRA (24% Lucknow): ₹5,208
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- TA: ₹3,600
- = Gross: ₹43,528
Step 2 — Apply Deductions:
- NPS: 10% of (₹21,700 + ₹13,020) = ₹3,472
- GIS: ₹30
- Professional Tax: ₹200
- = Total Deductions: ₹3,702
Step 3 — Net Pay:
- ₹43,528 − ₹3,702 = ₹39,826 credited to bank
The ₹36,456 figure in our hero section uses core gross (without TA) for consistency with the template calculator. With TA included, actual bank credit is higher at ~₹39,826.
Salary Slip Example
Your monthly UP Police Constable salary slip is generated by the treasury/DDO system. Here is an illustrative sample:
* Illustrative sample slip for reference. Actual figures vary by posting, city, and service length.
Use the Download PDF button in the page hero to generate a printable salary summary. For official slips, log in to your unit’s HRMS or treasury portal.
Pay Matrix Level 3
UP Police Constable is placed in Pay Level 3 of the UP 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
| Cell | Basic Pay (₹) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21,700 | ★ Entry (New Recruit) |
| 2 | 22,400 | After 1st increment |
| 3 | 23,100 | Year 2 |
| 4 | 23,800 | Year 3 |
| 5 | 24,500 | Year 4 |
| … | … | 3% annual increment |
| 40 | 69,100 | Maximum of Level 3 |
Each year on July 1, basic pay moves to the next cell (3% increment) until the maximum of ₹69,100 is reached.
Annual Increment & MACP
Annual Increment (July 1)
- Rate: 3% of current basic pay (next cell in pay matrix)
- Condition: Minimum 6 months service in current cell
- Effect: DA and HRA recalculate on new basic
MACP (Modified Assured Career Progression)
| Service Period | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 10 years | Financial upgradation to next pay level |
| 20 years | Second financial upgradation |
| 30 years | Third financial upgradation |
MACP ensures salary growth even without promotion to a higher rank.
Allowances for UP Police Constables
Dearness Allowance (DA)
Currently 60% of basic pay (effective from the latest revision). Revised every January and July aligned with central government DA cycles. Track history on our UP DA Tracker.
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Category X (24%): Lucknow, Noida, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida
Category Y (16%): Kanpur, Agra, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Meerut
Category Z (8%): All other areas
Transport Allowance (TA)
₹3,600/month for employees in Pay Levels 3–8. DA is not applicable on TA.
Risk / Hardship Allowance
Additional allowance for personnel posted in Naxal-affected, border, or high-risk zones. Amount varies by notification and is not uniform across all constables.
Uniform & Washing Allowance
Annual uniform allowance for kit replacement. Washing allowance may apply for certain field postings.
Medical, LTC & Insurance
Medical reimbursement for self and dependents. LTC every 2 years (4-year block). Group Insurance Scheme (GIS) coverage with nominal monthly premium.
Deductions from Salary
NPS (National Pension System)
10% of (Basic Pay + DA) deducted monthly. Government contributes a matching 14%. Corpus available at retirement as lump-sum + annuity.
GIS (Group Insurance Scheme)
Nominal monthly premium (~₹30). Provides life insurance cover of ₹4–10 lakh depending on scheme variant.
Professional Tax
₹200/month in Uttar Pradesh for salaried employees above the exemption threshold.
Income Tax
Applicable if total income exceeds basic exemption limit. NPS contribution qualifies for deduction under Section 80CCD(1B). Most entry-level constables pay minimal or zero tax.
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.
Promotion Salary Table
| Rank | Pay Level | Entry Basic (₹) | Est. In-Hand (₹/mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Constable | 3 | 21,700 | 36,456 |
| Head Constable | 4 | 25,500 | 42,000 |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector | 5 | 29,200 | 47,500 |
| Sub-Inspector (SI) | 6 | 35,400 | 56,000 |
| Inspector | 7 | 44,900 | 70,000 |
| Deputy Superintendent (DSP) | 10 | 56,100 | 87,000 |
Job Profile & Duties
A UP Police Constable performs critical frontline duties:
- Law & Order: Crowd control, riot management, crime prevention patrols
- Traffic Management: Regulation at junctions, challan enforcement, accident response
- VIP Security: Bandobast duties during visits of dignitaries and festivals
- Investigation Support: Assisting SI/Inspector in raids, arrests, and evidence collection
- Disaster Response: Flood relief, rescue operations, emergency deployment
- Record Keeping: Maintaining station diaries, FIR registers, and daily reports
- Community Policing: Beat patrolling, awareness campaigns, school safety programs
Constables in PAC (Provincial Armed Constabulary) battalions additionally handle armed riot control, border area deployment, and rapid response duties.
8th Pay Commission Impact
8th Pay Commission Impact
UP Police Constable · 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.
The 8th Central Pay Commission is expected to be constituted following the central government timeline. UP typically adopts central recommendations with state-specific modifications. All figures above are estimated and subject to final notification.
State Comparison
Police Constable Salary — State Comparison
Entry-level constable in-hand estimates
* Estimates based on each state's DA, HRA, and allowance rules. UP figure uses Lucknow (HRA 24%, DA 60%).
UP Police Constable salary is competitive among northern states, with the advantage of the largest police force recruitment volume and diverse posting options from metro cities to rural districts.
Recruitment & Joining Salary
UP Police Constable recruitment is conducted by UPPRPB (Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board):
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | 10+2 (Intermediate) pass; age 18–22 years |
| Written Exam | OMR-based MCQ test (Hindi/English) |
| PET | Running (gender-specific distance/time), long jump |
| PST | Height, chest (male), weight requirements |
| Document Verification | Educational certificates, domicile, category certificates |
| Medical | Vision, hearing, general fitness standards |
| Training | 9–12 months at police training college |
| Joining Salary | Pay Level 3, Basic ₹21,700 from first full month |
Pension & Retirement Benefits
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| NPS Corpus | 60% withdrawable at retirement; 40% for annuity |
| Gratuity | Up to ₹25 lakh (DA ≥ 50% when DA ≥ 50%) |
| Leave Encashment | Unused earned leave × (Basic + DA) |
| Family Pension | 30% of last pay for dependents (NPS/OPS rules) |
| Retirement Age | 60 years |
Useful Calculators & Tools
- UP State Hub Calculator — Full in-hand salary with city selection
- UP Pay Matrix — All 18 levels
- UP DA Tracker — DA history and projections
- In-Hand Salary Calculator — Generic calculator
- Pension Calculator — NPS corpus projection
- GPF/NPS Calculator — Contribution planner
- Compare Posts — Side-by-side designation comparison
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
This page is compiled from the following official sources:
- UP 7th Pay Commission GO 65/2016 — Pay matrix and fitment rules
- UP Finance Department DA Orders — shasanadesh.up.gov.in — DA revisions
- UP Police Recruitment (UPPRPB) — Recruitment rules and eligibility
- UP Cabinet Decisions — Policy announcements on pay and pension
- UP Vidhan Parishad Q&A — NPS applicability from April 1, 2005
All salary figures are estimates for informational purposes. Actual pay depends on your pay cell, posting city, service length, and applicable allowances. 8th Pay Commission projections are illustrative only. Consult your DDO for official figures.