Assistant / Stenotypist Salary in Pakistan 2026
BPS-8 Pay Scale — Per Month Gross, Allowances & Eligibility
BPS-8 — Quick Answer
Stenotypist, Operator, Assistant Store Keeper
BPS-8 is junior-level Pakistan government grade. Basic pay PKR 12,100–16,500. Gross pay with all allowances: PKR 38,000–50,000 per month. Education: Intermediate to Graduate.
Assistant / Stenotypist Salary in Pakistan government 2026 (Per Month)
The Assistant / Stenotypist (BPS-8) monthly salary in Pakistan government for 2026 ranges from PKR 38,000 to PKR 50,000 gross per month. This gross figure combines the basic pay of the BPS-8 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 Assistant / Stenotypist (BPS-8) Salary Is Calculated
Government pay in Pakistan is built up from the running basic pay of the BPS-8 scale plus a stack of allowances. For BPS-8 the approximate monthly build-up is:
| Component | Amount (PKR / month) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (BPS-8) | 12,100 – 16,500 |
| House Rent Allowance (≈45% of basic) | ~7,425 |
| Special Relief Allowance (≈25% of basic) | ~4,125 |
| Medical + Conveyance + other allowances | as admissible |
| Approx. Gross | 38,000 – 50,000 |
Eligibility for Assistant / Stenotypist (BPS-8)
- Education: Intermediate to Graduate
- Age limit: 18–30 yrs
- Nationality: Pakistani citizen (domicile as per quota rules)
Annual Increment & Career Growth
BPS-8 employees receive an annual increment of PKR 365/year added to basic pay every July on a satisfactory service record, so Assistant / Stenotypist 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-8 pay scale and standard allowance rates; actual pay varies by department, posting, province and the current budget notification.
BPS-8 — FAQs
What is the salary of BPS-8 in Pakistan 2026?
BPS-8 gross salary in Pakistan 2026 is approximately PKR 38,000 to PKR 50,000 per month. Basic pay PKR 12,100–16,500 plus House Rent Allowance (45%), Medical, Conveyance, and Special Relief Allowances. Annual increment: PKR 365/year.
What posts are in BPS-8?
Common posts in BPS-8: Stenotypist, Operator, Assistant Store Keeper. These positions fall under the Federal Basic Pay Scale (BPS) pay system.
What is the education requirement for BPS-8?
Education required for BPS-8 jobs: Intermediate to Graduate. Age limit: 18–30 yrs.
How is BPS-8 salary calculated?
Gross pay = Basic Pay + HRA (45% of basic) + Medical Allowance + Conveyance Allowance + Special Relief Allowance (25% of basic). BPS-8 basic pay range: PKR 12,100–16,500. Annual increment increases basic pay every July.
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