Government Pharmacist Salary in India 2026: 7th CPC Level 5 Pay Slip

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Name Of Post :	Government Pharmacist Salary in India 2026: Central & State Pay Scales, In-Hand Salary Slip & Grade Pay
Last Updated :	20 September 2026 \| 01:00 AM
Short Information :	Comprehensive guide to Government Pharmacist Salary in India for 2026 across Central Ministries (Railway RRB, AIIMS, ESIC, CGHS, Defense/Military) and State Health Directorates (UPSSSC, Rajasthan RSSB, MPESB, Bihar BTSC). Check detailed 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) Pay Matrix Level-5 (Basic Pay Rs. 29,200/- to Rs. 92,300/-), Grade Pay Rs. 2800 vs Rs. 4200, Dearness Allowance (DA 50%+), HRA allowances, monthly deductions, net in-hand salary slip, and promotion hierarchy below.

MINISTRY OF FINANCE & 7TH CENTRAL PAY COMMISSION (7TH CPC) All-India Government Pharmacist Pay Matrix & Allowances Breakdown WWW.SARKARIPHARMA.COM – 100% VERIFIED PHARMACY PORTAL
Central Govt Pharmacist (Level 5) Pay Band : PB-1 (Rs. 5,200 – Rs. 20,200/-) Pre-revised Grade Pay : Rs. 2,800/- 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level : Level-5 Initial Basic Pay : Rs. 29,200/- Per Month Dearness Allowance (DA) : 50% of Basic = Rs. 14,600/- House Rent Allowance (HRA) : Rs. 2,628/- to Rs. 8,760/- (X/Y/Z Cities) Transport Allowance (TA) : Rs. 1,800/- to Rs. 3,600/- + DA on TA Gross Monthly Salary : Rs. 49,500/- to Rs. 57,800/-	Net In-Hand Salary & Deductions NPS Employee Contribution (10%) : Rs. 4,380/- CGHS / Health Facility : Rs. 250/- to Rs. 450/- CGEGIS (Insurance) : Rs. 30/- to Rs. 60/- Professional Tax : Rs. 200/- (As per state) Total Monthly Deductions : Rs. 4,860/- to Rs. 5,100/- Starting In-Hand Salary : Rs. 44,500/- to Rs. 52,700/- Note: Actual take-home varies based on city classification (X – Metros, Y – Tier 2, Z – Rural).

MINISTRY OF FINANCE & 7TH CENTRAL PAY COMMISSION (7TH CPC)
All-India Government Pharmacist Pay Matrix & Allowances Breakdown
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Central Govt Pharmacist (Level 5)

Pay Band : PB-1 (Rs. 5,200 – Rs. 20,200/-)
Pre-revised Grade Pay : Rs. 2,800/-
7th CPC Pay Matrix Level : Level-5
Initial Basic Pay : Rs. 29,200/- Per Month
Dearness Allowance (DA) : 50% of Basic = Rs. 14,600/-
House Rent Allowance (HRA) : Rs. 2,628/- to Rs. 8,760/- (X/Y/Z Cities)
Transport Allowance (TA) : Rs. 1,800/- to Rs. 3,600/- + DA on TA
Gross Monthly Salary : Rs. 49,500/- to Rs. 57,800/-

Net In-Hand Salary & Deductions

NPS Employee Contribution (10%) : Rs. 4,380/-
CGHS / Health Facility : Rs. 250/- to Rs. 450/-
CGEGIS (Insurance) : Rs. 30/- to Rs. 60/-
Professional Tax : Rs. 200/- (As per state)
Total Monthly Deductions : Rs. 4,860/- to Rs. 5,100/-
Starting In-Hand Salary : Rs. 44,500/- to Rs. 52,700/-
Note: Actual take-home varies based on city classification (X – Metros, Y – Tier 2, Z – Rural).

Department / Commission	Pay Scale / Level	Starting Basic Pay	Approx. In-Hand Salary
Railway RRB Pharmacist	Level-5 (7th CPC)	Rs. 29,200/-	Rs. 44,000 – Rs. 52,000/-
AIIMS Pharmacist Grade II	Level-5 (7th CPC)	Rs. 29,200/-	Rs. 46,000 – Rs. 54,000/-
ESIC Pharmacist (Allopathic)	Level-5 (7th CPC)	Rs. 29,200/-	Rs. 45,000 – Rs. 53,000/-
UPSSSC Pharmacist	Pay Band-1 (GP 2800)	Rs. 29,200/-	Rs. 41,000 – Rs. 47,000/-
Rajasthan RSSB Pharmacist	Pay Matrix Level L-10	Rs. 23,700/- (Probation)	Rs. 42,000/- (Post Probation)
MP ESB Pharmacist Grade II	Pay Scale Level-6	Rs. 25,300/-	Rs. 36,000 – Rs. 41,000/-
UPSC Drug Inspector (CDSCO)	Level-8 (Gazetted)	Rs. 47,600/-	Rs. 76,000 – Rs. 88,000/-

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Useful Important Links (Salary & Official Portals)
Check 7th CPC Official Pay Matrix Table	Click Here
Railway RRB Pharmacist Recruitment Notice	Click Here
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📈 Career Progression & Promotion Ladder

Cadre Entry: Pharmacist Grade III / Pharmacist Grade II (Level-5, Initial Basic: Rs. 29,200/-).
First Promotion (5 to 7 Years): Pharmacist Grade I / Senior Pharmacist (Level-6, Basic: Rs. 35,400/-).
Second Promotion: Chief Pharmacist / Store Superintendent (Level-7, Basic: Rs. 44,900/-).
Executive Cadre: Assistant Director / Director of Pharmacy Services (Level-10 / 11, Basic: Rs. 56,100/- to Rs. 67,700/-).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the starting in-hand salary of a Central Government Pharmacist in 2026?
Answer: With 50% Dearness Allowance (DA) and standard HRA, the starting net take-home salary of a Central Government Pharmacist (AIIMS, Railways, ESIC) is approximately Rs. 44,500/- to Rs. 52,700/- per month.

Q2: Is Government Pharmacist salary pension-eligible?
Answer: Yes, all regular government appointments are covered under the National Pension System (NPS / UPS) where the Government contributes 14% towards your retirement corpus while 10% of (Basic + DA) is deducted from your salary.

Q3: Do government pharmacists receive extra allowances for night shifts or dispensing duties?
Answer: In hospital networks like AIIMS and Railways, pharmacists are entitled to Night Duty Allowance (NDA), Uniform Allowance (Rs. 5,000/year), and Patient Care Allowance (PCA) as per Ministry guidelines.