Jun 24, 2023, 04:19 PM IST

10 high-paying government jobs in India

Raunak Jain

• Government jobs in India offer lucrative salary packages and benefits. • Salaries vary based on responsibility, qualifications, and position nature.

Indian Administrative Service (IAS): • Prestigious and highly paid government officials. • Starting salary: Rs 56,100 per month. • After 8 years: Rs 1,31,249 per month or Rs 15.75 lakh per year. • Maximum salary: Rs 2,50,000.

 Indian Forest Service (IFS): • Salary varies based on rank and years of service. • Starting salary: Rs 56,100 per month. • Eligible for various allowances.

Indian Police Service (IPS): • Responsible for maintaining law and order. • Starting salary: Rs 56,100 per month. • After 8 years: Rs 1,31,100 per month or Rs 15.75 lakh per year. • Maximum salary: Rs 2,25,000.

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Grade B: • Attractive salary with benefits and allowances. • Pay scale ranges from Rs 55,200 to Rs 99,750.

Defence Services: • Competitive salaries, allowances, and benefits. • Salary varies based on rank and experience.

Scientists/Engineers in DRDO: • High-paying positions in defense research and development. • Salaries range from Rs 50,000 to several lakhs per month.

High Court and Supreme Court Judges: • Handsome salaries for judges in higher judiciary. • Salary ranges from Rs 1,00,000 to Rs 2,50,000 per month.

Professors in Top Institutions: • Attractive salaries for professors in prestigious universities like IIM, IIT and AIIMS. • Salary varies based on experience, qualifications, and institution.

Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs): • High-paying job opportunities in engineering, finance, and management. • PSUs like ONGC, BHEL, and NTPC offer competitive salaries.

Public Sector Bank Executives: • Competitive salaries for executives in public sector banks. • Salary varies based on position, ranging from Rs 50,000 to several lakhs per month.

Disclaimer:  Salaries mentioned are approximate and subject to variation. Factors such as experience, rank, location, and government policies influence salaries. Government jobs provide attractive remuneration and numerous benefits.