Are state government salaries based on the same pay matrix as Central Government?

Most states broadly adopt the Central Pay Commission recommendations with state-specific modifications. However, states have their own Pay Commissions and the effective date, fitment factor, DA rates, and grade pays may differ from Central rates.

Does DA at state level match Central Government DA?

Not necessarily. Most states follow the Central AICPI-based DA formula but announce revisions independently, sometimes with a 3–6 month lag or at a slightly different rate. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, for example, have separate DA formulas.

Which states have the highest salaries compared to Central Government?

States like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and some North-Eastern states with special central grants sometimes have higher base pay or lower cost of living differences. However, for most large states (UP, Maharashtra, Karnataka), pay is broadly in line with Central Government levels.

Where can I find the official state pay matrix?

Each state Finance Department publishes pay commission reports and pay rules on their official portal. The official notifications (GOs/OMs) contain the authoritative pay scales. Links are provided in the state cards on this page.

Are state government salaries based on the same pay matrix as Central Government?

Most states broadly adopt the Central Pay Commission recommendations with state-specific modifications. However, states have their own Pay Commissions and the effective date, fitment factor, DA rates, and grade pays may differ from Central rates.

Does DA at state level match Central Government DA?

Not necessarily. Most states follow the Central AICPI-based DA formula but announce revisions independently, sometimes with a 3–6 month lag or at a slightly different rate. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, for example, have separate DA formulas.

Which states have the highest salaries compared to Central Government?

States like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and some North-Eastern states with special central grants sometimes have higher base pay or lower cost of living differences. However, for most large states (UP, Maharashtra, Karnataka), pay is broadly in line with Central Government levels.

Where can I find the official state pay matrix?

Each state Finance Department publishes pay commission reports and pay rules on their official portal. The official notifications (GOs/OMs) contain the authoritative pay scales. Links are provided in the state cards on this page.

State Governments · Pay Comparison

State Pay Matrix Guide

Compare pay structures for Rajasthan, Karnataka, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and more. See how state scales align with the Central 7th CPC pay matrix.

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Rajasthan — Pay details

Pay Commission / Rules7th CPC (Rajasthan Pay Matrix 2017)

Fitment factor2.57× (same as Central)

Current DA rate60% (from 1 Jan 2026)

Min basic pay₹18,000

Max basic pay₹2,50,000

Notes

Rajasthan adopted the Central 7th CPC pay matrix with minor modifications for state-specific posts. DA matches the Central rate and shares its base date, though the state order usually follows a few months later — the rise to 60% from 1 January 2026 was notified mid-2026.

Official source: finance.rajasthan.gov.in

State pay comparison

State	Pay Rules	Fitment	DA	Min Basic
Rajasthan	7th CPC	2.57× (same as Central)	60% (from 1 Jan 2026)	₹18,000
Karnataka	Karnataka Revised Pay Rules 2018	2.60× approx	15.75% (from 1 Jan 2026)	₹17,000
West Bengal	WB Pay Commission	2.57× approx	18% · 38% from 1 Oct 2026	₹17,000
Tamil Nadu	Tamil Nadu Revised Pay Rules 2017	2.57× approx	60% (from 1 Jan 2026)	₹15,700
Maharashtra	7th Maharashtra Pay Commission	2.57× approx	60% (from 1 Jan 2026)	₹18,000
Uttar Pradesh	UP Pay Commission	2.57× approx	60% (from 1 Jan 2026)	₹18,000
Andhra Pradesh	AP Revised Pay Scales	~3.0× (above Central)	37.31% (separate DA slabs)	₹26,000
Kerala	Kerala Revised Pay Rules 2019	Approx 2.57×	35% (order of Feb 2026)	₹17,000

Click any row to see details. DA rates verified August 2026 against each state's own notification; a state DA% is measured from that state's own base date, so it is not directly comparable with the Central rate. Data is indicative — verify from official state finance department portals.

Disclaimer: State pay rules are amended periodically. The figures shown here are indicative and based on publicly available Pay Commission reports. Always verify with the official state Finance Department notification for authoritative figures.

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