The TGT Wage Structure Under 7th Pay Matrix
A Trained Graduate Teacher in Himachal Pradesh belongs to the core cadre of the Department of Higher and Elementary Education. Salary structure provides competitive compensation with structured allowance escalations.
Regular Salary Breakdown
| Pay Component | Allowance / Scale |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹10,300 - ₹34,800 |
| Grade Pay | ₹3,600 (Initial Start ₹14,430) |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As per state gazette notification rate |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Based on Tribal / Non-Tribal / Rural classification |
Promotional Hierarchy & Growth
1. Lecturer / PGT
5 years regular TGT service + Master's degree in respective teaching discipline.
2. Headmaster
Seniority-based promotion to administrative leadership of Government High Schools.
3. Principal / DPO
Class-I Gazetted post directing Government Senior Secondary Schools and District Education Offices.