UP SP Salary
Last updated: August | Based on UP 7th Pay Commission (GO 65/2016), DA 60%, and IPS cadre pay rules.
The UP SP salary (Superintendent of Police) is among the most searched senior police salary topics in Uttar Pradesh. This page covers SP pay in detail — IPS recruitment via UPSC, Pay Level 12 salary, in-hand pay, allowances, official facilities, police hierarchy, and distinction from DSP / Dy SP. It does not cover constable or SI-level posts.
UP SP Salary at a Glance
Pay Level 12 · IPS Gazetted · Entry Basic ₹78,800 · DA 60% · HRA 8–24% · Est. In-Hand ₹1,33,000–₹1,36,000/month · Pension: NPS · Route: UPSC IPS / Senior Promotion
SP (Superintendent of Police) is typically an IPS officer — district police chief at Pay Level 12. Dy SP (Deputy SP / DSP) is a state cadre Circle Officer at Pay Level 10. Each district has one SP but multiple Dy SPs. Do not confuse these ranks.
Salary Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Uttar Pradesh Police |
| Post / Rank | Superintendent of Police (SP) |
| Functional Role | District Police Chief |
| Cadre | IPS (All India Service) |
| Pay Level | Level 12 |
| Basic Pay | ₹78,800/month (entry) |
| Gross Salary (Lucknow) | ₹1,48,592 |
| In-Hand Salary (Est.) | ₹1,35,984 |
| Recruitment | UPSC Civil Services (IPS) / Limited state promotion |
| Pension | NPS |
Monthly Salary Breakdown (SP — Lucknow)
| Component | Calculation | Monthly (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Pay Level 12 entry | 78,800 |
| Dearness Allowance | 60% × Basic | 47,280 |
| House Rent Allowance | 24% × Basic | 18,912 |
| Transport Allowance | Fixed | 3,600 |
| Gross Salary | Sum of above | 1,48,592 |
| NPS Deduction | 10% × (Basic + DA) | −12,608 |
| Est. In-Hand | Gross − NPS | 1,35,984 |
Salary Slip Example
* Illustrative sample slip for reference. Actual figures vary by posting, city, and service length.
Pay Matrix Level 12
UP SP is placed in Pay Level 12 of the UP pay matrix.
| Cell | Basic Pay (₹) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78,800 | ★ Entry (New SP) |
| 2 | 81,100 | After 1st increment |
| … | … | 3% annual increment |
| 40 | 2,09,200 | Maximum of Level 12 |
Police Hierarchy Comparison
UP Police senior ranks follow IPS and state cadre structures. SP is the district police chief — senior to all Dy SPs (DSPs) in the district.
| Rank | Cadre | Pay Level | Entry Basic (₹) | Est. In-Hand (Lucknow) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dy SP / DSP | State (PCS / Promotion) | 10 | 56,100 | ~97,848 |
| ASP | IPS | 11 | 67,700 | ~1,17,336 |
| SP | IPS | 12 | 78,800 | ~1,35,984 |
| Addl SP | IPS / State | 11–12 | 67,700–78,800 | ~1,17,336–1,35,984 |
| SSP | IPS | 13 | 1,18,500 | ~2,10,408 |
| DIG | IPS | 13–14 | 1,18,500+ | ~2,10,408+ |
Dy SP (DSP) is Pay Level 10 — Circle Officer commanding a police circle. SP is Pay Level 12 — district police chief. UP districts typically have 3–5 Dy SPs but only one SP (plus Addl SP in large districts).
Allowances & Deductions
DA, HRA & Transport
DA: 60% of basic · HRA: 24% (X) / 16% (Y) / 8% (Z) or official residence · TA: ₹3,600/month · Official Vehicle: With driver and fuel allowance
NPS & Other Deductions
NPS: 10% of (Basic+DA) ≈ ₹12,608 · GIS: ~₹30 · Professional Tax: ₹200/month
| Allowance / Deduction | Details |
|---|---|
| Dearness Allowance | 60% of basic (revised twice yearly) |
| HRA | 24% (Lucknow/Noida) or official bungalow |
| Transport Allowance | ₹3,600/month fixed |
| Official Residence | Government bungalow in district HQ |
| Security Staff | Personal security as per threat assessment |
| NPS | 10% employee + 14% government on (Basic + DA) |
| Income Tax | Applicable based on regime and investments |
Job Profile
UP SP (Superintendent of Police) is the district police chief — a senior IPS Gazetted officer responsible for:
- District police administration — commanding all police stations, Dy SPs, and SHOs
- Law & order — riot control, VIP security, election duty, and festival bandobast
- Crime supervision — monitoring major investigations, crime statistics, and special teams
- Force management — transfers, postings, training, and disciplinary proceedings
- Coordination — liaison with DM, judiciary, intelligence agencies, and central forces
- Public safety — disaster management, traffic policy, and community policing initiatives
As district police chief, the SP reports to the Range DIG and works closely with the District Magistrate.
Recruitment (UPSC IPS + Promotion)
| Route | Details |
|---|---|
| UPSC Civil Services (IPS) | All India Civil Services exam → IPS allocation → SVPNPA training → ASP posting → promotion to SP (typically 4–8 years). Graduation required; age as per UPSC notification. |
| State Police Promotion | Limited state cadre officers may be elevated to IPS or hold SP-equivalent posts as per cadre rules and vacancy. |
UPSC IPS Selection Stages
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam | UPSC CSE Prelims — general studies + CSAT |
| Main Exam | Written papers — essay, GS, optional subject |
| Interview | UPSC personality test |
| Medical & Verification | Physical fitness, document verification |
| SVPNPA Training | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy — IPS foundation course |
| ASP Posting | Assistant SP at Pay Level 11, Basic ₹67,700 |
| SP Promotion | Superintendent of Police at Pay Level 12, Basic ₹78,800 |
IPS officers (UPSC) hold ASP, SP, SSP, DIG, IG, ADG, DGP ranks. State cadre DSPs are recruited via UPPSC PCS (Police Service) or promoted from Inspector — they command circles but do not typically reach SP rank without IPS elevation.
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.
Posting & Transfers
UP SP postings follow IPS cadre management rules:
- District SP posting — each SP heads police administration of one district
- Transfer policy — typically every 2–3 years as per IPS cadre norms and vigilance guidelines
- Sensitive districts — high-crime or communally sensitive districts may involve additional security
- Training stints — mid-career courses at SVPNPA, NPA, and central institutes
- Central deputation — CBI, NIA, CAPF, intelligence bureaus with pay protection
- Range / HQ posting — senior IPS officers move to DIG, IG, and state HQ roles
Transfer orders are issued by the state government on recommendation of the DGP and UPSC cadre management.
Police Facilities & Perks
| Facility / Perk | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Residence | Large government bungalow at district HQ |
| Official Vehicle | Vehicle with driver, fuel, and maintenance |
| Personal Security | Armed escort and security staff as per norms |
| Office Staff | Personal staff, stenographer, and office support |
| Medical | CGHS / full medical reimbursement for self and dependents |
| LTC | Leave Travel Concession for home town or anywhere in India |
| Telephone / Mobile | Official communication allowance |
| Club Membership | District officer club facilities (where applicable) |
| Gratuity & NPS | Gratuity up to ₹25 lakh + NPS corpus at retirement |
8th Pay Commission Impact
8th Pay Commission Impact
UP SP · 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
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%).
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 and Level 12 fixation
- UPSC — IPS recruitment rules and syllabus
- SVPNPA — IPS training norms
- UP Finance Department — shasanadesh.up.gov.in — DA orders
Salary figures are estimates based on official UP pay rules and IPS cadre norms. Actual pay depends on posting, pay cell, official residence vs HRA, and deductions. SP is typically an IPS posting — Dy SP (DSP) is a separate state cadre rank. 8th Pay projections are illustrative only.