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UPSC Civil Services Exam Mains Optional Paper 1 Salary & Job Profile 2026

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UPSC Civil Services Exam Mains Optional Paper 1 Salary & Job Profile

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The basic pay for entry-level officers (Level 10) is INR 56,100, excluding Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Transport Allowance.

ServicePay Level
All India Services (IAS/IPS/IFoS)Level 10
Group A ServicesLevel 10
Group B ServicesLevel 8
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