SSC CPO Salary 2024, Salary Structure, Perks & Allowances and Career Growth

The SSC CPO Salary is one of the most important aspects for the candidates preparing for the Paper 1 and Paper 2 stages of the selection process as it motivates them to work hard and stay focused on getting selected. The Staff Selection Commission has commenced the recruitment process of Sub Inspectors in Delhi Police and in CAPFs through SSC CPO 2024 and the Paper 1 Computer-Based Examination is scheduled to be held on 27th, 28th and 29th June 2024.

SSC CPO Salary 2024

The official notification states that the post of Sub Inspector in CAPF carries a pay scale of Level 6 (Rs.35,400-Rs.1,12,400/-) and is classified as Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted) and that of Sub Inspector in Delhi Police also carries a pay scale of Level-6 (Rs.35,400-Rs.1,12,400/-) but is classified as Group ‘C’ by Delhi Police. In the following sections, let us look at the various components of the SSC CPO Salary.

SSC CPO Salary 2024 Basic Pay and Grade Pay

The candidates selected for the post of SSC CPO receive a handsome salary along with various perks and allowances. The basic pay component of the SSC CPO salary represents the amount upon which the salary for the selected Sub Inspectors will be decided. As the posts belong to Level 6 of the 7th CPC, the basic pay will be Rs. 35,400 and the Grade pay will be Rs. 4200.

SSC CPO Salary 2024 Dearness Allowance and Houe Rent Allowance

Apart from the basic pay and grade pay, the most significant portion of the gross monthly salary for the SIs is the Dearness Allowance (DA) and the House Rent Allowance (HRA). The current rates for the DA and HRA applicable to The SSC CPO posts in Delhi Police are 50% and 24% respectively. The House Rent allowance is provided according to the city the candidates are posted in.

SSC CPO Salary Structure 2024

The SSC CPO Salary is a sum of many components that the Sub Inspectors receive after joining the service. All such components follow the latest norms put in place by the government and adopted by the authorities. The detailed salary structure for the candidates successful in getting selected in Delhi Police and CAPFs is as follows.

SSC CPO Salary 2024 Perks and Allowances

The candidates preparing for the SSC CPO Exam should be aware of the benefits they will be receiving upon their appointment in the service. As the posts of Sub Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPF are uniform posts, they command a lot of power and respect in society. They also get handsome monthly salaries along with various allowances.

• Dearness Allowance (DA): The government provides an amount equivalent to half of their basic pay to the employees to cope with the rising inflation rates and price of necessary items required for leading a respectable life.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): The amount of this allowance depends on the type of city the SIs are posted in. The cities are categorized into three types i.e. X City, Y City and Z City.
• Travel Allowance (TA): The roles and responsibilities of the selected Sub Inspectors involve a lot of travel in as well as outside their jurisdiction. They are also provided DA on this Travel Allowance.
• Overnight and Nightshift Allowance: These additional allowances are provided over and above the basic pay for the services rendered apart from the regular shifts.
• Contributions to the NPA, CGHS and CGEGIS are added to the gross salary as a fixed percentage contribution by the selected candidates and their employers.

SSC CPO Career Growth

The candidates selected for the post of Sub Inspector can carry out their duties in various capacities. However, they are also promoted on a regular basis through the ranks and can reach the level of Police Commissioner if they conduct their duties with a clean record. The chart below represents the promotion scheme followed in SSC CPO.

Sub Inspector – Inspector – Assistant Commissioner of Police – Deputy Commissioner of Police – Additional Commissioner of Police – Joint Commissioner of Police – Special Commissioner of Police – Commissioner of Police.