UP Tehsildar Salary
Last updated: August | Based on UP 7th Pay Commission (GO 65/2016), DA 60%, and UPPSC PCS (Executive) service rules.
The UP Tehsildar salary and Naib Tehsildar (Nayab Tehsildar) salary are among the most searched revenue officer topics in Uttar Pradesh. This page covers both ranks — pay levels, in-hand salary, recruitment via UPPSC PCS, promotion hierarchy, job profile, and distinction from SDM / Lekhpal.
UP Tehsildar & Naib Tehsildar Salary at a Glance
Tehsildar: Level 8 · ₹47,600 basic · ~₹83,568 in-hand · Naib Tehsildar: Level 6 · ₹35,400 basic · ~₹63,072 in-hand · DA 60% · HRA 8–24% · Route: UPPSC PCS
Naib Tehsildar (Nayab Tehsildar) is the junior PCS entry revenue officer at Pay Level 6. Tehsildar is the senior tehsil head at Pay Level 8 who supervises Naib Tehsildars, Lekhpals, and revenue staff. Both are Group A/B Gazetted under PCS rules — not the same rank.
Salary Overview
| Item | Tehsildar | Naib Tehsildar |
|---|---|---|
| Department | Revenue | Revenue |
| Pay Level | Level 8 | Level 6 |
| Entry Basic Pay | ₹47,600/month | ₹35,400/month |
| Gross (Lucknow) | ₹91,184 | ₹68,736 |
| In-Hand (Est.) | ₹83,568 | ₹63,072 |
| Recruitment | Promotion / PCS | UPPSC PCS (Executive) |
| Pension | NPS | NPS |
Tehsildar vs Naib Tehsildar
| Factor | Naib Tehsildar (Nayab Tehsildar) | Tehsildar |
|---|---|---|
| Rank | Junior revenue officer | Senior tehsil head |
| Pay Level | 6 (₹35,400 basic) | 8 (₹47,600 basic) |
| In-Hand (Lucknow) | ~₹63,072 | ~₹83,568 |
| Recruitment | UPPSC PCS (Executive) entry | Promotion from Naib Tehsildar / PCS |
| Supervision | Assists Tehsildar | Supervises Naib Tehsildars & Lekhpals |
| Posting | Tehsil / sub-division | Tehsil headquarters |
Monthly Salary Breakdown (Tehsildar — Lucknow)
| Component | Calculation | Monthly (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Pay Level 8 entry | 47,600 |
| Dearness Allowance | 60% × Basic | 28,560 |
| House Rent Allowance | 24% × Basic | 11,424 |
| Transport Allowance | Fixed | 3,600 |
| Gross Salary | Sum of above | 91,184 |
| NPS Deduction | 10% × (Basic + DA) | −7,136 |
| Est. In-Hand | Gross − NPS | 83,568 |
Naib Tehsildar Salary Breakdown (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
Tehsildar — Level 8
UP Tehsildar is placed in Pay Level 8 of the UP pay matrix.
| Cell | Basic Pay (₹) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47,600 | ★ Entry (New Tehsildar) |
| 2 | 49,000 | After 1st increment |
| 40 | 1,51,100 | Maximum of Level 8 |
Naib Tehsildar — Level 6
| Cell | Basic Pay (₹) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35,400 | ★ Entry (PCS joining) |
| 2 | 36,400 | After 1st increment |
| 40 | 1,12,400 | Maximum of Level 6 |
Revenue Hierarchy Comparison
| Post | Pay Level | Entry Basic (₹) | Est. In-Hand (Lucknow) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lekhpal | 3–4 | 21,700–25,500 | ~₹40,000–₹46,000 |
| Naib Tehsildar | 6 | 35,400 | ~63,072 |
| Tehsildar | 8 | 47,600 | ~83,568 |
| SDM | 11 | 67,700 | ~1,17,336 |
| DM | 13+ | 1,18,500+ | ~2,02,680+ |
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
Naib Tehsildar responsibilities include land records, mutation, revenue recovery, inspections, court cases, and assisting the Tehsildar at tehsil level.
Tehsildar responsibilities include supervising the entire tehsil revenue administration, coordinating Lekhpals and Naib Tehsildars, disaster management, election duty, and reporting to the SDM.
Recruitment (UPPSC PCS)
| Route | Details |
|---|---|
| UPPSC PCS (Executive) | State Civil Services exam — selected officers join as Naib Tehsildar at Level 6. Promotion to Tehsildar after 8–12+ years based on seniority and vacancies. |
| Promotion | Naib Tehsildar → Tehsildar → ADO → SDM (PCS career ladder) |
Most UP revenue gazetted officers enter through UPPSC PCS (Executive) as Naib Tehsildar. Tehsildar is not a direct entry rank for most PCS batches — it comes through promotion.
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 Tehsildar and Naib Tehsildar postings follow state revenue transfer policy:
- Tehsil posting — each tehsil has one Tehsildar and multiple Naib Tehsildars
- District rotation — transfers every 2–3 years as per administrative needs
- Election duty — both ranks are key revenue election officers
- Training — refresher courses at administrative training institutes
8th Pay Commission Impact
8th Pay Commission Impact
UP Tehsildar · 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.
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 Levels 6 and 8
- UPPSC — PCS (Executive) recruitment rules
- UP Revenue Department — Tehsildar posting norms
- UP Finance Department — shasanadesh.up.gov.in — DA orders
Salary figures are estimates based on official UP pay rules. Naib Tehsildar and Tehsildar are distinct ranks at different pay levels. 8th Pay projections are illustrative only.