What will be Nursing Officers Expected Salary as per 8th Pay Commission 2026?
What will be Nursing Officers Expected Salary as per 8th Pay Commission 2026?
The 8th Pay Commission for Staff Nurses (Nursing Officers) is expected to significantly boost salaries, with Level 7 posts potentially seeing basic pay rise from around ₹44,900 (7th CPC) to ₹53,880 (8th CPC) or even over ₹1.1 Lakhs with fitment factors, leading to total gross salaries of roughly ₹1.2 Lakhs per month, including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits, with implementation anticipated in 2026.
Key Projections for Nursing Officers (Level 7)
- Basic Pay (7th CPC): ₹44,900
- Expected Basic Pay (8th CPC): Around ₹53,880 (based on a 1.2x factor) or higher.
- Expected Total Salary (8th CPC): Near ₹1.2 Lakhs per month (including allowances like DA, HRA, TA, Nursing Allowance).
Key Projections for Nursing Officers (Level 7)
- Fitment Factor: A multiplier (expected 1.95 to 2.46) applied to current basic pay.
- Fitment Factor: A multiplier (expected 1.95 to 2.46) applied to current basic pay.
- Allowances: DA (currently 53%), HRA (8-24% of Basic), TA, Nursing Allowance, etc., add substantially to the take-home pay.
- Pay Matrix: Salaries are structured within pay levels (Level 7 for Nursing Officers), with the 8th CPC revising these levels.
Nursing Officer Salary (7th CPC + Expected 8th CPC)
Basic Salary (7th CPC – Level 7)
Basic Pay: ₹44,900
Official Designation: Nursing Officer
Applicable in: All AIIMS and Central Government hospitals
Salary Components (as per current rates)
1. Dearness Allowance (DA)
Current DA: 58% of basic
DA = 58% of ₹44,900 = ₹26,042
2. House Rent Allowance (HRA)
City Categories:
X: 30%
Y: 20%
Z: 10%
Example (Y City):
HRA = 20% of ₹44,900 = ₹8,980
3. Travel Allowance (TA)
₹5,580
4. Nursing Allowance
₹9,000
5.Dress Allowance
Approx ₹2,250
Monthly Gross Salary (Current 7th CPC)
Component | Amount |
Basic Pay | ₹44,900 |
DA | ₹26,042 |
HRA (Y City) | ₹8,980 |
TA | ₹5,580 |
Nursing Allowance | ₹9,000 |
Dress Allowance | ₹2,250 |
Gross Salary | ₹96,752 approx |
Deductions
NPS (Pension Contribution): approx ₹6,196
Health Scheme: ₹40–₹60
In-hand salary: ₹90,500 – ₹95,600 per month
Tax (New Regime)
Income up to ₹12 lakh is tax-free, so newly recruited Nursing Officers typically pay no income tax.
Annual Increments
3% of Basic Pay, applied annually (January or July)
As basic pay increases, DA increases automatically
Expected Salary Under the 8th Pay Commission (2026)
Fitment Factor (Expected): 1.95
Revised Basic Pay:
₹44,900 × 1.95 ≈ ₹87,555Expected Gross Salary (2026)
With revised DA, HRA, TA and allowances: Approx ₹1,21,896 per month
Thus, the salary is expected to cross ₹1.2 lakh per month after the 8th CPC.
Additional Central Government Benefits
Along with a strong salary structure, Nursing Officers receive multiple financial and social benefits, significantly enhancing the overall compensation package. These include Child Education Allowance, comprehensive medical coverage, and a secure NPS pension system. The role provides high job security, annual increments, and a stable monthly income, making it an excellent long-term career option for healthcare professionals.
Conclusion
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to bring a significant salary hike for Nursing Officers, recognizing their critical role in healthcare delivery. While the exact figures will only be known after official announcements, Nursing Officers can reasonably expect their monthly salary to cross ₹1.2 lakh under the new pay structure.
This revision will not only improve financial stability but also boost morale and job satisfaction among nursing professionals across India.