A DRDO Scientist 'B' officer is inducted into Group 'A' Gazetted post and is placed in
Pay Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix.
- Pay Level: Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
- Basic Pay (Entry Level): ₹56,100/- per month.
- Total Emoluments: The gross emoluments at the time of joining (inclusive of HRA and all other allowances) in a metro city (X category) are typically in the range of ₹80,000/- to ₹1,00,000/- per month.
- Major Allowances (as admissible):
Dearness Allowance (DA): Calculated on Basic Pay, revised bi-annually.
House Rent Allowance (HRA): Varies by city classification (X: 27%, Y: 18%, Z: 9% of Basic Pay).
Transport Allowance (TA): Varies by city and pay level.
Professional Update Allowance: An annual allowance is also provided (e.g., ₹22,500/- per annum for Scientist 'B', 'C', and 'D').
- Clarification: The final in-hand salary is subject to mandatory deductions like NPS contributions, income tax, and professional tax, as applicable under Central Government rules.