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Whether fresh or experienced employees, all bankers wonder how the pay structure works in Indian banks. What determines you Base salary, incremental, DA, allowance, retirement benefits? More importantly, how will a two-part settlement affect your salary?
In India, public sector banks (PSB) salaries are revised every five years through the bipartite settlement between the Indian Bankers Association (IBA) and the banking association. The latest revision, 12th Part 2 Settlement (signed in March 2024) has brought about significant changes in wage measures, DAs, allowances and incremental changes to administrative staff, officers and subordinate staff.
This guide is based entirely on the 12th two-part settlement and ensures that all pay details listed here are accurate and up-to-date in accordance with the latest agreement. If you want to understand how much you should earn, how wages grow over time, and how different pay components are calculated, This blog is for you.
How is bank salaries structured in India?
Bank salaries for public sector banks (PSBs) are managed by the two-part settlements between the Indian Bankers Association (IBA) and the bank association.
Key components of bank employee pay
- Basic salary – A fixed pay component that determines incremental and pension benefits.
- Dear Allowance (DA) – Variable components that increase based on inflation and CPI index.
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) – Payment will be made to employees who do not stay in the accommodation provided by the bank.
- Special allowance – This is a fixed percentage of basic wages using DA, but is not included in pension calculations.
- Incremental (annual & promotion) – Regular pay hikes based on years of service and promotion.
Total salary consists of all these components, each affecting the financial growth of your banking business.
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Basic Bank Salary – How does it progress over time?
Salary structure based on the 12th two-part settlement (March 2024):
Lower staff (Peen, assistant)
- Starting base salary: £19,500
- Maximum base salary: £37,815
Administrative (or Customer Service Associate) Staff – New Pay Scale
- Starting base salary: £24,050
- Maximum base salary (after increment after stagnation): £61,800
Executive Scale I Salary Structure (Latest revision)
- Starting base salary: £48,200
- Maximum base salary: £89,200 (at stagnant stage)
Annual increments are predefined. This means that the base wage will automatically increase based on years of service.
Dearness Allowance (DA) – How does it affect your salary?
Dear Allowance (DA) is a key component of the pay of bank employees and has been revised. quarter Based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) It offsets the effects of inflation.
Current DA rate (depending on the 12th second-part payment)
- Latest DA rates (November 2024 – January 2025): 19.83% of basic salary
- DA per CPI Point: Calculation changed 12th Part 2 Settlement in New CPI Base Year (2016)the DA percentage figure is lower, but there is no actual wage.
DA Revision Schedule
All DAs will be revised 3 months About the following dates:
✅ February 1st
✅ May 1st
✅ August 1st
✅ November 1st
Impact on salary
Da da increases your total salary significantly, but it does not count towards the pension calculations of bank employees.
fileflation helps to mitigate the impact of inflation and ensure that your salary is competitive with rising costs of living.
Bank allowance – extra money you get
Apart from basic salary and DA, bankers will obtain multiple allowances depending on location, duties and responsibilities.
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) – 10.25% of the base salary (minimum/no maximum).
- Special allowance – 26.5% of the base salary using DA (not included in the pension).
- Transportation allowance – £850 + da.
- Hills and fuel allowances – For bankers posted on hilly areas and difficult terrain.
- Substitute allowance – If moved elsewhere, the banker will obtain 7.75% of his base salary (up to £3,750).
- Medical assistance – Medical expenses are £2,830 per year.
- Special Area Allowance – Additional salaries for working in Northeast, J&K, and other difficult areas.
All of these allowances vary based on job location, bank policy and employee category.
Increase in increments and stagnation – how do bankers get salary hikes?
- Annual increments: Your base salary increases automatically every year.
- Increased stagnation: After reaching the maximum wage scale, employees obtain additional increments every two years.
- Jaiib & Caiib increments: Additional pay hikes to pass the Jaiib & Caiib exam.
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Retirement Benefits – What do bankers get after service?
- Provident Fund (PF): Base salary + 10% of DA contributes to PF.
- Giveaway: A lump sum payment after 5 years of service.
- pension: Employees under the defined benefits pension plan earn a pension based on their average salary over the past 10 months.
- Pension reorganization: Bankers can withdraw a lump sum of pension benefits upon retirement.
These benefits provide financial security after retirement and make banking one of the safest career choices.
Final Thoughts – How to make the most of your bank salary?
Bank salaries are stable, but growth depends on smart planning.
- Clear Jaiib & Caiib Early – The easiest way to get a salary hike.
- Track Bipartite Settlements – Payroll structure changes every five years.
- Use internal promotional exams – transitioning from store clerk to executive scale will result in a significant increase in salary.
Understanding how your salary works can help you plan better, negotiate better, and grow faster in your banking business.
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Note: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always refer to the IBA Circulation, Bank HR Policy, or Government Notices for official details.
