WBPSC GDMO Salary: New Hike, Basic, HRA, DA, Gross, In Hand Salary

WBPSC GDMO Salary
WBPSC GDMO Salary

Are you curious about the WBPSC GDMO (General Duty Medical Officer) salary, especially after the recent hike? 🩺 In this article, I will provide you with the latest details on the basic pay, HRA (House Rent Allowance), DA (Dearness Allowance), gross salary, and in-hand salary for WBPSC GDMOs. Let’s dive into all the updates! 🎯


WBPSC GDMO Salary Structure 📜

The West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) has revised the salary structure for GDMOs after a new salary hike. This ensures that medical professionals working in West Bengal are fairly compensated for their critical roles in public health 🏥. Let’s break down the components of the updated salary package:


1. Basic Pay 💵

The basic pay for WBPSC GDMOs has been increased following the latest pay hike. Here’s the updated basic pay:

  • Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 56,100/- per month 💼

This basic pay is the foundation of the GDMO salary structure. Additional allowances will be added to this amount 💸.


2. House Rent Allowance (HRA) 🏠

HRA is provided based on the posting location of the GDMO. The amount varies depending on whether the officer is posted in a metro city, other towns, or rural areas:

  • Class X (Metro Cities): 24% of the Basic Pay 🏙️
  • Class Y (Other Cities): 16% of the Basic Pay 🌳
  • Class Z (Rural Areas): 8% of the Basic Pay 🏡

For example, if the basic pay is Rs. 56,100, the HRA for a Class X city would be:

  • HRA: Rs. 13,464/- 💰

3. Dearness Allowance (DA) 💸

The Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated as a percentage of the basic pay to help employees cope with inflation. As of the latest update, the DA is 31% of the basic pay:

  • DA (31%): Rs. 17,391/- (for a basic pay of Rs. 56,100) 📈

4. Gross Salary 💰

The gross salary is the total salary before any deductions. It includes basic pay, HRA, DA, and other allowances like medical, travel, and special allowances. Here's an example calculation:

  • Basic Pay: Rs. 56,100/-
  • HRA (24%): Rs. 13,464
  • DA (31%): Rs. 17,391
  • Other Allowances: Rs. 3,000 (approx for medical, travel, etc.)

Total Gross Salary: Rs. 89,955/- (approx) 💸


5. In-Hand Salary 💵

The in-hand salary is the amount the GDMO takes home after deductions like Provident Fund (PF), taxes, and other contributions 🏦. After the deductions, the in-hand salary for a WBPSC GDMO would be around Rs. 75,000/- (approx) 💼.


Example Salary Breakdown 💡

Here’s a clearer breakdown of the WBPSC GDMO salary after the recent hike:

  • Basic Pay: Rs. 56,100/-
  • HRA (24%): Rs. 13,464/-
  • DA (31%): Rs. 17,391/-
  • Other Allowances: Rs. 3,000/-

Gross Salary: Rs. 89,955/-

After deductions (PF, taxes, etc.), the in-hand salary would be around Rs. 75,000/- per month 💵.


Conclusion 🎯

The WBPSC GDMO salary has received a substantial increase, making it a highly competitive and attractive salary package for medical professionals 🏥. With a basic pay of Rs. 56,100/-, and added allowances like HRA, DA, and other benefits, the in-hand salary of around Rs. 75,000/- provides excellent financial security for WBPSC GDMOs 💼💰.


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