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The entry-level basic pay for Group A services is INR 56,100 per month in Pay Level 10, excluding Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance.
| Service Category | Cadre/Department | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| All India Services | IAS, IPS, IFoS | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Group A Services | IRS, IA&AS, IRAS, etc. | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Group B Services | DANICS, DANIPS | Level 8 (7th CPC) |
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