What will you actually take home?
Pick a TNPSC post or enter a basic pay, choose your city tier, and see the in-hand salary after DA, HRA, and standard deductions under the 7th Pay Commission.
Gross / month
₹72,930
Basic + DA + HRA
Deductions
-₹8,752
PF + professional tax
In-hand / month
₹64,178
What lands in your account
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic pay | ₹56,100 |
| Dearness allowance (22%) | ₹12,342 |
| House rent allowance (8%) | ₹4,488 |
| Gross salary | ₹72,930 |
| Deductions (~12%) | -₹8,752 |
| In-hand salary | ₹64,178 / mo |
Based on 7th Pay Commission rates. Deductions are an approximation of PF + professional tax, your actual deduction may vary by department.
TNPSC salary by group
Approximate monthly salary (basic pay plus DA, HRA and allowances) for each TNPSC group under the 7th Pay Commission. Use the calculator above for an exact in-hand figure for your post and district.
| Exam | Monthly salary (approx.) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| TNPSC Group 1 | ₹56,100 – ₹2,05,700 | TNPSC Group 1 salary & posts |
| TNPSC Group 2 / 2A | ₹20,600 – ₹1,17,600 | TNPSC Group 2 / 2A salary & posts |
| TNPSC Group 4 & VAO | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000 | TNPSC Group 4 & VAO salary & posts |
What the in-hand number does not tell you
The headline figure leaves money on the table, here is the rest of the package.
Frequently asked questions
Pay scales, grade pay and allowances are based on the 7th Pay Commission and official TNPSC notifications. Sources: TNPSC official notifications. Figures are indicative and may change with each official notification. Data last reviewed: June 2026.
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