CDS Salary 2024
In the official notice PDF, the Union Public Service Commission offers information regarding the UPSC CDS Salary 2024. Selected candidates will begin as Lieutenants with a pay bracket of Rs 56,100 – 1,77,500 per month following training, according the CDS Salary Structure. By rank, the CDS In-Hand Salary varies. The pay scale, pay level, and total wage all rise in tandem with the rank. Every chosen candidate will earn several allowances in addition to their wage. For all the information about the CDS compensation, read the entire article.
CDS Salary During Training Period
The CDS salary is established by a set pay scale that considers rank, experience, and work obligations in order to offer fair compensation. After clearing the CDS exam, candidates can train at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), or Officers Training Academy (OTA). Throughout their training, students are given a fixed monthly stipend of INR 56,100 in accordance with the 7th CPC’s recommendations.
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CDS Salary & Pay Scale of Officers in Army/Air Force/Navy 2024
The Indian Army, Indian Air Force, and Indian Navy attract and retain talented individuals who choose to join the military mostly because of their salaries and CDS officers’ grade pay. Officers are paid according to their rank, number of years in service, and level of responsibility. Candidates can check the rank-wise wage structure in the table below.
| Rank | Level | Pay Scale |
| Lieutenant | Level 10 | Rs 56,100-1,77,500 |
| Captain | Level 10B | Rs 61,300-1,93,900 |
| Major | Level 11 | Rs 69,400-2,07,200 |
| Lt Colonel | Level 12A | Rs 1,21,200-2,12,400 |
| Colonel | Level 13 | Rs 1,30,600-2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | Level 13A | Rs 1,39,600-2,17,600 |
| Major General | Level 14 | Rs 1,44,200-2,18,200 |
| Lieutenant General HAG Scale | Level 15 | Rs 1,82,200-2,24,100 |
| HAG+Scale | Level 16 | Rs 2,05,400 – 2,24,400 |
| VCOAS/Army CDR/ Lieutenant General (NFSG) | Level 17 | Rs 2,25,000 (fixed) |
| COAS | Level 18 | Rs 2,50,000 (fixed) |
Military Service Pay (MSP)
Military Service Pay (MSP) is an additional amount included in the salary of officers in the Indian Armed Forces.
- For officers with ranks ranging from Lieutenant to Brigadier, the monthly bonus payment (MSP) is INR 15,500.
- MSP is available to officers with grades ranging from Lieutenant to Brigadier, which includes Lieutenant, Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonel, Colonel, and Brigadier.
- MSP for the Indian Armed Forces was suggested by the 6th Pay Commission.
- The 7th Pay Commission made MSP available to all ranks, including brigadiers and their equivalents.
UPSC CDS Allowances & Perks for IMA/INA/OTA/AFA
In addition to a competitive benefits package, the officers are eligible for several allowances such as the Uniform Allowance, High Altitude Allowance, Dearness Allowance, Flying Allowance, etc. Take a look at the following allowances.
| Allowances | Details |
|---|---|
| Flying Allowance | Pilots in Level 10 & above pay scale get Rs 25,000 per month as a flying allowance |
| Dearness Allowance | Same rates as applicable to civilian personnel |
| Kit Maintenance Allowance | Rs 20,000 annually |
| Highly Active Field Area Allowance | Rs 16,900 pm |
| Field Area Allowance | Rs 10,500 pm |
| Modified Field Area Allowance | Rs 6,300 pm |
| High Altitude Allowance | Category-I – Rs 3,400 pm Category-II – Rs 5,300 pm Category-III – Rs 25,000 pm |
| Siachen Allowance | Rs. 42,500 pm |
| Uniform allowance | Rs. 20,000 pm |
| Free Ration | Officers in Peace & Filed Areas get Free ration. |
| Transport Allowance (TPTA) | Higher TPTA Cities: Rs 7200 + DA pm Other Places: Rs 3600 +DA pm |
| Children’s Education Allowance (CEA) | Rs. 2250 pm per child for only the eldest two surviving CEA is applicable from kids’ Nursery to 12th class |
CDS Promotion Policy
Every military force has a separate path for promotion. Examine the following promotion guidelines for officers hired by the Indian Military, Navy, OTA, and Air Force.
Indian Army: Promotion Policy
The job roles for UPSC CDS are different based on the particular post. After completing their course satisfactorily, cadets will be promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Based on their years of service, seniority, and job performance, they can then be eligible for promotions. The UPSC CDS Career Growth & Promotion Criteria are described below.
| Rank | Promotion Criteria |
| Lieutenant | After completing training |
| Captain | 2 years of commissioned service |
| Major | 6 years of commissioned service |
| Lieutenant Colonel | 13 years of commissioned service |
| Colonel (Time Scale) | 26 years of commissioned service |
| Colonel | 15 years of commissioned service |
| Brigadier | 23 years of commissioned service |
| Major General | 25 years of commissioned service |
| Lieutenant General | 28 years of commissioned service |
| General | No restriction |
Indian Air Force: Promotion Policy
Candidates can check the Promotion Criteria of different ranks in Indian Airforce in the table given below –
| Rank | Promotion Criteria |
| Flying Officer | On Commission |
| Flight Lieutenant | 2 Years of commissioned service |
| Squadron Leader | 6 years of commissioned service |
| Wing Commander | 13 years of commissioned service |
| Group Captain | 26 years of commissioned service |
| Group Captain (Select) | Selection |
| Air Commodore | Selection |
| Air Vice Marshal | Selection |
| Air Marshal | Selection |
| Air Chief Marshal | Selection |
Officers Training Academy (OTA): Promotion Policy
Male and Female candidates who are granted the Short Service Commission by the OTA are eligible for the following promotion avenues:
| Rank | Years of Commissioned Service |
|---|---|
| Captain | 2 years |
| Major | 6 years |
| Lieutenant Colonel | 13 years |
