Nagaland Police Constable Salary 2026, Pay Scale, In-Hand Salary & Allowances
A Nagaland Police Constable (GD) is appointed in Pay Level 3 with Grade Pay ₹1,800 and Pay Band ₹5,200 – ₹20,200, as stated in the 2026 recruitment notification (Advt. PHQ (B-II)/RECT/CONSTABLES(GD)/WP(C)/2026). The reported gross in-hand salary is approximately ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 per month after Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) and other allowances. This page explains the pay scale, an illustrative in-hand breakdown, allowances, deductions, job profile and promotion path.
Nagaland Police Constable Salary 2026 — Overview
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Post | Constable (General Duty / GD) |
| Department | Nagaland Police — Office of the Director General of Police, Nagaland, Kohima |
| Recruitment | Advt. PHQ (B-II)/RECT/CONSTABLES(GD)/WP(C)/2026 — 1,137 posts |
| Pay Level | Level 3 |
| Grade Pay | ₹1,800 |
| Pay Band | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 |
| Basic Pay (reported, approx.) | ₹18,000 – ₹22,000 per month |
| Gross In-Hand (reported, approx.) | ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 per month (with DA + HRA + allowances) |
| Job type | Permanent State Government Service |
| Probation period | 2 years |
Nagaland Police Constable In-Hand Salary — Illustrative Breakdown
The table below is an illustrative, approximate breakdown based on published reporting. DA and HRA rates change from time to time, and allowances depend on your posting and duties.
| Component | What It Means | Approx. Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Fixed pay as per Pay Level 3 (reported approx. ₹18,000 – ₹22,000 per month) | Base of the salary |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Cost-of-living allowance, calculated as a percentage of basic pay; revised periodically | Adds to basic |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Paid when government accommodation is not provided; rate depends on posting location | Adds to basic |
| Other allowances | Operational and duty-related allowances as per state government rules | Adds to basic |
| Deductions | NPS (pension) contribution, taxes and other statutory deductions as applicable | Subtracted |
| Gross In-Hand (approx.) | Basic + DA + HRA + allowances − deductions | ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 / month |
Allowances & Facilities
Allowances
- Dearness Allowance (DA) — revised periodically with the cost-of-living index.
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) — when government quarters are not allotted.
- Other allowances — duty-related and operational allowances as per state government rules, varying by posting.
Facilities & Benefits
- Permanent state government service with job security.
- Government accommodation (subject to availability) or HRA.
- Medical facilities as per state government rules.
- Pension benefits through the National Pension System (NPS).
- Leave, uniform and other service benefits as per rules.
Job Profile & Promotion Path
What a Constable Does
- Maintaining law and order and general patrolling.
- Traffic regulation and crowd management.
- Crime prevention, beat duties and reporting.
- Escort, guard and VIP security duties.
- Assisting senior officers in investigations and station work.
Typical Promotion Ladder
- Constable → Head Constable
- Head Constable → Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI)
- ASI → Sub-Inspector (SI)
- SI → Inspector (with seniority, departmental exams and vacancies)
- Promotions depend on seniority, departmental examinations, vacancies and service record.
The job profile and promotion path above describe the typical police service structure. Exact duties, postings and promotion rules follow the Nagaland Police service rules.
Nagaland Police Constable Salary 2026 — FAQs
What is the salary of a Nagaland Police Constable in 2026?
As per the 2026 notification, a Constable (GD) is appointed in Pay Level 3 with Grade Pay ₹1,800 and Pay Band ₹5,200 – ₹20,200. The reported gross in-hand salary is approximately ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 per month after DA, HRA and other allowances.
What is the in-hand salary of a Nagaland Police Constable?
Approximately ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 per month (reported). The exact figure depends on posting location, current DA rate, HRA eligibility and deductions such as NPS.
What allowances does a Nagaland Police Constable get?
Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA, when government accommodation is not provided), and other duty-related allowances as per state government rules.
What is the probation period for Nagaland Police Constable?
2 years, as per the 2026 recruitment notification.
Is the Nagaland Police Constable job permanent?
Yes, it is a permanent state government service post under the Nagaland Police Department.
When can I apply for the Nagaland Police Constable 2026 recruitment?
Online applications run from 31 October 2026 to 30 November 2026 at nagalandpolicerecruitment.in. See our recruitment post for full details.
See the full recruitment details
1,137 Constable (GD) posts — applications open 31 October 2026. Check eligibility, PET and exam pattern here.
Disclaimer: Pay particulars (Level 3, Grade Pay ₹1,800, Pay Band ₹5,200 – ₹20,200) and the 2-year probation are as per the official 2026 recruitment notification. In-hand figures are approximate, based on published reporting — exact salary depends on posting, DA/HRA rates and deductions. Confirm everything on nagalandpolicerecruitment.in / police.nagaland.gov.in.