Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Salary 2024 | लेफ्टिनेंट कर्नल वेतन | Monthly Payment, In Hand Amount

Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Salary: Indian Army Lieutenant Colonels serve in multiple states across India, including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Delhi, Jammu, and Kashmir. Their monthly salary encompasses various allowances, deductions, and benefits as per the guidelines of the 7th Pay Commission.

Presently, the starting basic salary for an Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel is Rs. 78,800/-, with a maximum salary of Rs. 2,09,200/-. In addition to the basic pay, Indian Army Lieutenant Colonels receive several allowances. The estimated monthly in-hand salary for an Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel is approximately Rs. 64,297. It is important to note that the maximum in-hand salary upon retirement exceeds the mentioned amount. For more comprehensive information about the monthly take-home salary, pay scale, grade pay, salary in hand, salary in Hindi, and promotional hierarchy for Indian Army Lieutenant Colonels, please refer to the provided details.

Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Salary 7th Pay Commission

The salary of an Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel in 2023 falls under Pay Level 12, which is in the Pay Band PB-2 (15600-39100). Their Grade Pay is 7600, and their Pay Scale ranges from Rs. 78,800/- to Rs. 2,09,200/-. The Basic Salary for a Lieutenant Colonel is Rs. 78,800/-, with a maximum salary of Rs. 2,09,200/-. In addition to the Basic Salary, they receive various allowances. The Dearness Allowance (DA) amounts to Rs. 36,248/-, which is 46% of the Basic Pay. The House Rent Allowance (HRA) is Rs. 21,276/-, which is 27% of the Basic Pay. The Transport Allowance (TA) is determined based on applicable rates. Other work allowances are also provided as per applicable regulations. The Provident Fund (PF) deduction amounts to Rs. 11,504/-, and the National Pension Scheme (NPS) deduction is Rs. 9,456/-. The salary does not include tax deductions. The total in-hand payment for an Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel is Rs. 1,15,364/-.

Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Salary 2023
CATEGORY	AMOUNT
Pay Level	12
Pay Band	PB-2(15600-39100)
Grade Pay	7600
Pay Scale	Rs.78800/- 209200/-
Basic Salary	Rs. 78800/-
Maximum Salary	Rs. 209200/-
Dearness Allowance (DA)	Rs. 36248/- (46% Of Basic Pay)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	Rs. 21276/- (27% Of Basic Pay)
Transport Allowance (TA)	As Per Applicable
Other Work Allowance	As Per Applicable
PF	Rs. 11504/-
NPS	Rs. 9456/-
Tax	NA
In Hand Payment	Rs. 115364/-
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Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Salary In Hand Per Month

The Salary in the hand of an Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel is determined based on the pay scale of Rs. 78,800-2,09,200, with a grade pay of 7600. The Dearness Allowance (DA) amounts to 46% of the Basic payment, and the House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated at 27% of the Basic payment. Deductions for both the National Pension Scheme (NPS) and Provident Fund (PF) are set at 10% of the Basic payment.

Total Salary = Basic Salary + All Allowances (DA, TA, HRA/Food) - All Deduction (Excise, NPS, PF)

Starting In Hand Salary = 78800 (Basic Pay) + 36248 (DA) +21276 (HRA) - 11504 (PF)  - 9456 (NPS)

Starting In Hand Salary =  Rs 115364 (Approx) Monthly 

Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Allowances and Perks

Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel varies depending on the location of their posting. Some of the common allowances that are paid to Lieutenant Colonels include:

• Military Service Pay (MSP): This is a fixed amount that is paid to all officers, regardless of their location. The current rate of MSP for Lieutenant Colonels is Rs. 15,500 per month.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): This allowance is paid to officers to help them cover the cost of rent. The amount of HRA that is paid depends on the location of the posting and the rank of the officer. For Lieutenant Colonels, the maximum rate of HRA is Rs. 36,000 per month.
• Transport Allowance (TA): This allowance is paid to officers to help them cover the cost of travel. The amount of TA that is paid depends on the distance that the officer has to travel and the mode of transport that they use. For Lieutenant Colonels, the maximum rate of TA is Rs. 7,200 per month.
• Special Allowances: There are a number of other special allowances that are paid to officers, depending on their location and the nature of their work. These allowances can include:
  • Counterinsurgency Allowance
  • Field Area Allowance
  • Parachute Pay
  • High Altitude Allowance
  • Siachen Allowance
  • Special Forces Allowance
  • Flying Pay

The actual amount of allowances that a Lieutenant Colonel receives will depend on their individual circumstances. However, the allowances listed above can provide a general idea of the financial benefits that are available to officers of this rank.

In addition to the allowances listed above, Lieutenant Colonels are also entitled to a number of other benefits, such as:

• Free medical care
• Education allowance for children
• Leave travel concession
• Pension

The overall benefits package for an Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel is very generous. The allowances and benefits that are available can help to offset the challenges of serving in the armed forces.

Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Salary Deductions Details

To ensure the bright future of our frontline govt workers, the state govt deducts some amount from their salary. These deductions are 10% Basic for NPS, 12% of Basic for PF, and Rs. 100 per month as Insurance Cover.

Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Salary Deductions
DEDUCTIONS	AMOUNT
NPS	Rs.11504/- (10% Of Basic Pay+DA)
PF	Rs.9456/- (12% Of Basic Pay)
Excise	Applicable (If income will be above 5 lac)
Insurance Cover	Rs. 100/-
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Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel Salary After 7th pay commission

Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel board recruitment is done under the state govt supervision. Therefore Indian Army Lieutenant Colonel's salary comes under the 7th pay matrix of Maharashtra govt norms. Here are the details of the 7th pay salary matrix. 

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