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UPSC CSE Salary 2026: IAS/IPS/IFS Pay

UPSC CSE-selected officers are placed on the Junior Time Scale of their respective service's pay matrix, rising with seniority.

Facts last verified 4 July 2026

UPSC CSE starting pay (illustrative)

Junior Time Scale: Per the 7th CPC pay matrix, Level 10
Allowances: HRA, DA and service-specific allowances vary by posting

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India to Host BRICS Environment Working Group Meetings at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi (17-18 August 2026)

India will host the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting on 18 August 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, preceded by the Senior Officers' Meeting on 17 August. The event falls under India's BRICS Chairship 2026 the…

PM Modi announces free online coaching for competitive exams aspirants to ease financial burden on their families

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced free online coaching for competitive exam aspirants from poor and middle-class families to reduce their financial burden. The initiative aims to democratize access to quality educa…

CBDT’s FAST-DS 2026 scheme for small taxpayers comes into force today

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers – Disclosure Scheme (FAST-DS) Rules, 2026, effective immediately. The scheme provides a one-time opportunity for small taxpayer…

Iran fires back at Trump's threat to declare Hormuz a U.S. territory

Iran rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that the Strait of Hormuz is under American control, calling it a violation of international law. Tehran had effectively closed the strait in late February 2025 amid esc…

Key highlights of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s address from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day

PM Modi addressed the nation from Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, outlining the vision for 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. He highlighted achievements over 12 years: 25 crore people lifted out of poverty, defence produc…

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addresses the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort on the occasion of 80th Independence Day

PM Modi addressed the nation from Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, declaring a firm resolve to make India a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. He presented a 12-year progress report highlighting massive growth: defence prod…

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UPSC CSE Salary FAQ

Do IAS and IPS officers get the same starting pay?

Yes — officers across UPSC CSE-recruited All India Services and Group A Central Services generally start on the same Junior Time Scale pay level, though allowances can differ by service and posting.