7th Pay Commission Salary Calculator
Calculate your revised salary based on 7th CPC recommendations with fitment factor 2.57
Calculate Your 7th Pay Commission Salary
About 7th Pay Commission
The 7th Pay Commission was implemented from January 1, 2016, bringing significant changes to the salary structure of central government employees. Here are the key features:
Key Features of 7th CPC
- Fitment Factor: 2.57 times the basic pay
- Minimum Pay: ₹18,000 per month
- Maximum Pay: ₹2,50,000 per month (Cabinet Secretary)
- Pay Matrix: New system with 18 levels replacing grade pay
- Annual Increment: 3% of basic pay
Current Dearness Allowance (DA)
As of October 2025, the DA under 7th Pay Commission stands at 50% of basic pay. This is revised twice a year based on inflation indices.
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
| City Classification | HRA Rate | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| X (Metro) | 24% of Basic Pay | Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad |
| Y (Major Cities) | 16% of Basic Pay | Pune, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Nagpur |
| Z (Other Cities) | 8% of Basic Pay | All other cities and towns |
Understanding the Calculator
This calculator helps you determine your revised salary under the 7th Pay Commission by:
- Applying the fitment factor of 2.57 to your current basic pay
- Calculating current DA at 50% of revised basic pay
- Computing HRA based on your city classification
- Adding Transport Allowance based on your pay level
- Providing total gross salary and percentage increase
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the fitment factor applied?
Your current basic pay is multiplied by 2.57 to arrive at the revised basic pay. For example, if your basic pay is ₹20,000, your revised basic pay would be ₹51,400.
What other allowances are included?
Besides DA and HRA, employees receive Transport Allowance, Children Education Allowance, and various other allowances based on their posting and responsibilities.
How often is DA revised?
DA is revised twice a year - in January and July, based on the All India Consumer Price Index.