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Published: November 20, 2024 6:32 PM IST
By Gazi Abbas Shahid
Pakistan Army Salary: The Pakistan Army is one of the most formidable armed forces in the south Asia, lagging only behind India and China in strength and technological superiority. But, have you ever wondered how much brigadiers, generals, soldiers, and other officials in the Pakistani army earn?. Let us take a closer look into the salary structure, pay scales, and perks of various levels in Pakistan Army.
Akin to other Pakistani government departments, the salaries of Pakistan army personnel are governed by what is known as the Basic Pay Scale (BPS) system, with the base salary determined by the BPS corresponding to each rank.
Salaries for entry-level officers in the Pakistani army vary according to their rank and position, for example, the salaries of Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) range from PKR 20,000 to PKR 40,000, falling into the BPS 7 category, and depend upon their specific role and years of service.
Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs), which include Lance Naik and Naik ranks, salaries range between PKR 18,000 and PKR 30,000, falling into BPS 5 to BPS 6 category.
The mid-level salaries in the Pakistani army fall in the BPS 17 and BPS 18 categories, with Army Captains earning between PKR 50,000 and PKR 90,000 per month, while Army Majors receiving a monthly salary ranging between PKR 60,000 to PKR 100,000.
However, unlike the entry-level officers, the mid-level personnel receive various other allowances like housing, transportation, and utility, which significantly hikes their monthly income.
As the officers move up the ranks, their salaries also increase at each higher level, with Colonels and Brigadiers making PKR 80,000 to PKR 150,000 per month under BPS 19 and BPS 20 categories, respectively, in addition to other compensation packages and allowances which supplement their income.
Apart from the high salary, senior-level officers also enjoy other perks such as furnished accommodations, dedicated transport, and enhanced medical facilities for their families.
General sit at the top of the Pakistan Army’s hierarchy and as expected, receive a much bigger paycheck and other benefits compared to lower-ranked officials. Army Generals are ranked under BPS 21 and above categories, and receive salaries starting from PKR 200,000, which increases according to their position and years of services.
Additionally, the top-level officers also receive exclusive perks such as luxury accommodations, top-tier medical care, and exclusive access to army clubs and recreational facilities.
The Pakistan Army, like other armies in the world, has personnel employed in non-combat roles such as medical officers and engineer, who start at higher pay scales of BPS 18 to 19, owing to their specialized skills, and can earn between PKR 60,000 to PKR 120,000 per month.
Other specialized personnel, including support staff and IT specialists also earn a handsome salary based on the experience and specific field.
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