SSC GD Constable Salary 2027 – Pay Level 3, In-Hand & Benefits

The in-hand salary includes basic pay + allowances and varies by posting location (field/HQ) and city category.

• HRA: 8% / 16% / 24% of basic pay based on city category
• DA: ~50% of basic pay
• Transport Allowance: ₹900 – ₹3,600 + DA
• Ration Allowance / Free ration in many field postings
• Kit Maintenance Allowance
• Risk & Hardship Allowance for border postings
• ECHS (Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme) after retirement
• One Free Uniform kit per year
• CGEGIS Group Insurance
• 14% NPS government contribution
• Free accommodation (barrack) or HRA

• Constable → Head Constable (Level 4) — ~5 years, via LDCE
• Head Constable → ASI (Level 5) — ~5 more years
• ASI → SI (Level 6) — via departmental exam
• Government service also qualifies for Compassionate Appointment for dependents