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7th Pay Commission Formula:

\[ \text{New Basic Pay} = (\text{Pay in Pay Band} + \text{Grade Pay}) \times 2.57 \] \[ \text{Total Salary} = \text{New Basic Pay} + (\text{New Basic Pay} \times \text{DA} / 100) + (\text{New Basic Pay} \times \text{HRA} / 100) + \text{Transport Allowance} + \text{Other Allowances} \]

Pay in Pay Band (INR):

₹

Grade Pay (INR):

₹

DA (%):

HRA (%):

Transport Allowance (INR):

₹

Other Allowances (INR):

₹

New Basic Pay (INR):

Total Salary (INR):

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1. What is the 7th Pay Commission?

The 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) was constituted by the Government of India to review and recommend changes to the salary structure of central government employees. The key recommendation was the multiplication factor of 2.57 for revising basic pay.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the 7th Pay Commission formula:

\[ \text{New Basic Pay} = (\text{Pay in Pay Band} + \text{Grade Pay}) \times 2.57 \] \[ \text{Total Salary} = \text{New Basic Pay} + \text{DA} + \text{HRA} + \text{Transport Allowance} + \text{Other Allowances} \]

Where:

Pay in Pay Band — Current basic pay in the pay band (₹)
Grade Pay — Current grade pay (₹)
2.57 — Multiplication factor recommended by 7th CPC
DA — Dearness Allowance (% of New Basic Pay)
HRA — House Rent Allowance (% based on city class)

3. Importance of Salary Calculation

Details: Accurate salary calculation helps government employees understand their revised pay structure, plan finances, and verify official salary statements.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current Pay in Pay Band, Grade Pay, DA percentage, select appropriate HRA category based on your city classification, and add any transport or other allowances.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the multiplication factor 2.57?
A: The 2.57 factor is used to calculate the new basic pay by multiplying the sum of pay in the pay band and grade pay of the 6th CPC regime.

Q2: How is HRA calculated?
A: HRA is calculated as percentage of new basic pay: 30% for X cities (metro), 20% for Y cities, and 10% for Z cities.

Q3: What if I don't know my city classification?
A: X cities include major metros like Delhi, Mumbai, etc. Y cities are state capitals and other major cities. Z cities cover all other areas.

Q4: Are there any exceptions to this formula?
A: Some special categories like nurses, military personnel, etc. may have different calculation methods.

Q5: Is this calculator official?
A: This is a simulation tool based on 7th CPC recommendations. For official calculations, refer to your department's pay office.