What is the salary of UP Home Guard? How much will the income increase after the 8th Pay Commission.

Uttar Pradesh Home Guard Salary Details: Whenever it comes to strengthening the security system in Uttar Pradesh, after the police, the most prominent names are those of Home Guard jawans. From helping the police force to performing duty in festivals and emergencies, Home Guards always stand on the frontline, but do you know how much salary they get every month and how much their salary can increase with the upcoming 8th Pay Commission? Let's know the full details...

What is the salary of UP Home Guard now?

At present, UP Home Guards get honorarium and different allowances as per the rules laid down by the state government. Duty allowance is given up to 670-700 daily. Their monthly income depends on the days of duty, which can reach an average of Rs 20,000-25,000. Apart from this, they are also given an additional amount on festivals, additional duty, and long service. Along with this, facilities like leave, basic medical help, and small benefits are also provided. That is, the total income of a home guard varies according to his duty, post, and years of service.

What will change with the 8th Pay Commission?

The central government is preparing to implement the 8th Pay Commission before 2026, and after this, the state governments will implement it according to their own. UP Home Guards are also going to get direct benefit from this. The biggest change will be the increase in basic salary. At the same time, the daily allowance can increase from the current Rs 700 to Rs 900-1000. Along with this, allowances and bonuses will be more than before and special benefits will also be given to the soldiers serving for a long time. Medical and welfare schemes will also be made better than before. That is, in simple words, after the 8th Pay Commission, the monthly income of UP Home Guards can increase from Rs 30,000 to Rs 35,000.

When will the benefit be available?

According to experts, it will take some time for the effect of the 8th Pay Commission to reach the salary of UP Home Guards. First the central government will implement it. After that the state government will make changes at its own level. It is expected that this will be implemented in UP also before 2026.

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