Officer / Assistant Director Salary in Pakistan 2026
BPS-17 Pay Scale — Per Month Gross, Allowances & Eligibility
BPS-17 — Quick Answer
Assistant Director, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Medical Officer, Lecturer (College/University), Veterinary Officer, Engineer (Asst.), Magistrate 1st Class
BPS-17 is officer-level Pakistan government grade. Basic pay PKR 42,700–60,000. Gross pay with all allowances: PKR 110,000–160,000 per month. Education: Master's / Bachelor's (Hons).
Officer / Assistant Director Salary in Pakistan government 2026 (Per Month)
The Officer / Assistant Director (BPS-17) monthly salary in Pakistan government for 2026 ranges from PKR 110,000 to PKR 160,000 gross per month. This gross figure combines the basic pay of the BPS-17 scale with House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, Conveyance Allowance and other admissible allowances. Actual take-home (in-hand) pay is slightly lower after deductions for GP Fund, Benevolent Fund and income tax where applicable.
How Officer / Assistant Director (BPS-17) Salary Is Calculated
Government pay in Pakistan is built up from the running basic pay of the BPS-17 scale plus a stack of allowances. For BPS-17 the approximate monthly build-up is:
| Component | Amount (PKR / month) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (BPS-17) | 42,700 – 60,000 |
| House Rent Allowance (≈45% of basic) | ~27,000 |
| Special Relief Allowance (≈25% of basic) | ~15,000 |
| Medical + Conveyance + other allowances | as admissible |
| Approx. Gross | 110,000 – 160,000 |
Eligibility for Officer / Assistant Director (BPS-17)
- Education: Master's / Bachelor's (Hons)
- Age limit: 22–35 yrs
- Nationality: Pakistani citizen (domicile as per quota rules)
Annual Increment & Career Growth
BPS-17 employees receive an annual increment of PKR 1,300/year added to basic pay every July on a satisfactory service record, so Officer / Assistant Director salary rises year on year. Promotion to the next grade brings a further jump in basic pay and allowances. Pay scales are revised in the annual budget, usually with an ad-hoc relief allowance increase.
Disclaimer: figures are indicative estimates based on the BPS-17 pay scale and standard allowance rates; actual pay varies by department, posting, province and the current budget notification.
BPS-17 — FAQs
What is the salary of BPS-17 in Pakistan 2026?
BPS-17 gross salary in Pakistan 2026 is approximately PKR 110,000 to PKR 160,000 per month. Basic pay PKR 42,700–60,000 plus House Rent Allowance (45%), Medical, Conveyance, and Special Relief Allowances. Annual increment: PKR 1,300/year.
What posts are in BPS-17?
Common posts in BPS-17: Assistant Director, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Medical Officer, Lecturer (College/University), Veterinary Officer, Engineer (Asst.), Magistrate 1st Class. These positions fall under the Federal Basic Pay Scale (BPS) pay system.
What is the education requirement for BPS-17?
Education required for BPS-17 jobs: Master's / Bachelor's (Hons). Age limit: 22–35 yrs.
How is BPS-17 salary calculated?
Gross pay = Basic Pay + HRA (45% of basic) + Medical Allowance + Conveyance Allowance + Special Relief Allowance (25% of basic). BPS-17 basic pay range: PKR 42,700–60,000. Annual increment increases basic pay every July.
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