UP Police Sub Inspector (SI) Salary
Last updated: August | Based on UP 7th Pay Commission (GO 65/2016), DA 60% (latest revision), and UPPRPB recruitment rules.
The UP Police Sub Inspector (SI) salary is among the most searched police salary topics in Uttar Pradesh. This page covers Sub Inspector (SI) pay in detail — recruitment via UPPRPB, pay matrix, in-hand salary, allowances, and promotion to Inspector. It does not cover Revenue Inspector, Food Inspector, or Mandi Inspector (separate posts).
UP Police SI Salary at a Glance
Pay Level 6 · Entry Basic ₹35,400 · DA 60% · HRA 8–24% · Est. In-Hand ₹60,000–₹63,500/month · Pension: NPS · Recruitment: UPPRPB
This page primarily covers Sub Inspector (SI) — the rank most candidates search for. Inspector is generally a promotion from SI at Pay Level 8 (₹47,600 basic). See the promotion section below.
Salary Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Uttar Pradesh Police |
| Post | Sub Inspector (SI) |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400/month (entry) |
| Gross Salary (Lucknow) | ₹68,736 |
| In-Hand Salary (Est.) | ₹63,072 |
| Inspector (Promoted) | Level 8 · ₹47,600 basic |
| Pension | NPS (post-Apr 2005) |
Monthly Salary Breakdown (SI — Lucknow)
| Component | Calculation | Monthly (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Pay Level 6 entry | 35,400 |
| Dearness Allowance | 60% × Basic | 21,240 |
| House Rent Allowance | 24% × Basic | 8,496 |
| Transport Allowance | Fixed | 3,600 |
| Gross Salary | Sum of above | 68,736 |
| NPS Deduction | 10% × (Basic + DA) | −5,664 |
| Est. In-Hand | Gross − NPS | 63,072 |
Salary Slip Example
* Illustrative sample slip for reference. Actual figures vary by posting, city, and service length.
Pay Matrix Level 6
UP Police SI is placed in Pay Level 6 of the UP pay matrix.
| Cell | Basic Pay (₹) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35,400 | ★ Entry (New SI) |
| 2 | 36,500 | After 1st increment |
| … | … | 3% annual increment |
| 40 | 1,12,400 | Maximum of Level 6 |
Inspector Salary (Promotion Rank)
| Rank | Pay Level | Entry Basic (₹) | Est. In-Hand (Lucknow) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub Inspector (SI) | 6 | 35,400 | ~63,072 |
| Inspector | 8 | 47,600 | ~80,000–84,000 |
| DSP | 10 | 56,100 | ~95,000+ |
Inspector is not directly recruited in most UPPRPB SI cycles — it is achieved through promotion after years of service as SI.
Revenue Inspector, Food Inspector, Supply Inspector, and Mandi Inspector are separate government posts outside UP Police. They have different recruitment bodies and pay scales.
Allowances & Deductions
DA, HRA & Transport
DA: 60% of basic · HRA: 24% (X) / 16% (Y) / 8% (Z) · TA: ₹3,600/month
NPS & Other Deductions
NPS: 10% of (Basic+DA) · GIS: ~₹30 · Professional Tax: ₹200/month
Job Profile & Responsibilities
UP Police Sub Inspectors handle:
- Investigation — FIR registration, crime scene, evidence collection
- Law & Order — patrols, bandobast, riot control support
- Supervision — leading constables and head constables
- Court duties — witness production, case documentation
- Traffic & VIP security — as per posting
Recruitment Process (UPPRPB)
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Graduation + UP domicile; age as per notification |
| Written Exam | UPPRPB online/offline MCQ test |
| Document Verification | Educational certificates, category, domicile |
| PST | Height, chest (male), weight standards |
| PET | Running, long jump — gender-specific norms |
| Medical | Vision, hearing, general fitness |
| Training | 9–12 months at police training college |
| Joining | Pay Level 6, Basic ₹35,400 |
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.
8th Pay Commission Impact
8th Pay Commission Impact
UP Police Sub Inspector · 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%).
Pension & Retirement
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| NPS Corpus | 60% withdrawable at retirement |
| Gratuity | Up to ₹25 lakh |
| Leave Encashment | Unused leave × (Basic + DA) |
| Retirement Age | 60 years |
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
- UPPRPB — SI recruitment 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.