Are you applying for Rajasthan Group D, Peon, Helper, or Chowkidar vacancies? These essential entry-level positions fall under Pay Matrix Level 1 (L-1) of the Rajasthan 7th Pay Commission (PB-1 5200-20200).
Below you see salary and pay scale details of Rajasthan level 1 posts for both Y-Class Cities (Urban) and Z-Class Cities (Rural). It includes Fixed Remuneration during the 2-year probation and your full in-hand salary after permanent appointment with current 58% DA.
Rajasthan Pay Matrix Level 1 (L-1) Salary During Probation Period
Newly recruited L-1 employees in Rajasthan serve a mandatory 2-year probation period. During this time, you receive a "Fixed Remuneration" without any additional allowances like DA or HRA.
- Fixed Remuneration (L-1): ₹12,400 per month
- Mandatory Deductions (GPF + RGHS): ~₹1,250
- Net In-Hand Salary (Probation): ₹11,150 per month
Rajasthan L-1 Salary After Probation (2026 Updated Rates)
After successfully completing 2 years of probation, your pay is fixed at the entry-level of the L-1 scale (₹17,700 – ₹56,200). As of March 2026, the Rajasthan DA rate stands at 58%.
| Salary Component | Details (2026 Rates) |
|---|---|
| Pay Band | PB-1 (5200-20200) |
| Grade Pay (GP) | 1700 |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹17,700 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA - 58%) | ₹10,266 |
In-Hand Salary Comparison: Y vs Z Class Cities
In 2026, HRA is 20% for Y-Class (Major Cities) and 10% for Z-Class (Rural/Other Districts).
| Component | Y-Class City (20% HRA) | Z-Class City (10% HRA) |
|---|---|---|
| HRA Amount | ₹3,540 | ₹1,770 |
| Gross Salary | ₹31,506 | ₹29,736 |
| Estimated Deductions | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 |
| Net In-Hand Salary | ₹27,700+ | ₹26,100+ |
*Y-Class: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Bikaner, Ajmer. Z-Class: All other districts.
Rajasthan Pay Matrix Level 1 (L-1) Yearly Basic Pay Increment Table
L-1 employees receive a 3% annual increment. Here is the progression for all 40 years:
Index | Basic Pay |
1 (1st year after probation) | 17700 |
2 (2nd year) | 18200 |
3 (3rd year) | 18700 |
4 | 19300 |
5 | 19900 |
6 | 20500 |
7 | 21100 |
8 | 21700 |
9 | 22400 |
10 | 23100 |
11 | 23800 |
12 | 24500 |
13 | 25200 |
14 | 26000 |
15 | 26800 |
16 | 27600 |
17 | 28400 |
18 | 29300 |
19 | 30200 |
20 | 31100 |
21 | 32000 |
22 | 33000 |
23 | 34000 |
24 | 35000 |
25 | 36100 |
26 | 37200 |
27 | 38300 |
28 | 39400 |
29 | 40600 |
30 | 41800 |
31 | 43100 |
32 | 44400 |
33 | 45700 |
34 | 47100 |
35 | 48500 |
36 | 50000 |
37 | 51500 |
38 | 53000 |
39 | 54600 |
40 | 56200 |
Major Posts Under Rajasthan Pay Level 1
- Class IV Employee (Group D)
- Peon / Office Attendant
- Chowkidar / Security Guard
- Helper (Various Technical Departments)
- Lab Attendant (Schools/Colleges)