Major Salary in Pakistan 2026
Major Pay Scale — Per Month Gross, Allowances & Eligibility
Major — Quick Answer
Major — Pakistan Army
Pakistan Army Major rank. Gross pay PKR 200,000–250,000/month including military allowances. Bachelor's + 8 yrs required.
Major Salary in Pakistan Army & Ranks 2026 (Per Month)
The Major (Major) monthly salary in Pakistan Army & Ranks for 2026 ranges from PKR 200,000 to PKR 250,000 gross per month. This gross figure combines the basic pay of the Major 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 Major (Major) Salary Is Calculated
Government pay in Pakistan is built up from the running basic pay of the Major scale plus a stack of allowances. For Major the approximate monthly build-up is:
| Component | Amount (PKR / month) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (Major, est.) | 110,000 – 137,500 |
| House Rent Allowance (≈45% of basic) | ~61,875 |
| Special Relief Allowance (≈25% of basic) | ~34,375 |
| Medical + Conveyance + other allowances | as admissible |
| Approx. Gross | 200,000 – 250,000 |
Eligibility for Major (Major)
- Education: Bachelor's + 8 yrs
- Age limit: Promotion
- Nationality: Pakistani citizen (domicile as per quota rules)
Annual Increment & Career Growth
Major employees receive an annual increment added to basic pay every July on a satisfactory service record, so Major 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.
Pakistan Army & Ranks pay for the Major rank includes ration, uniform, messing and other service allowances on top of basic pay, plus free medical and accommodation — so the effective package is higher than the cash figure alone.
Disclaimer: figures are indicative estimates based on the Major pay scale and standard allowance rates; actual pay varies by department, posting, province and the current budget notification.
Major — FAQs
What is the salary of Major in Pakistan 2026?
Major gross salary in Pakistan 2026 is approximately PKR 200,000 to PKR 250,000 per month. Basic pay PKR 0–0 plus House Rent Allowance (45%), Medical, Conveyance, and Special Relief Allowances. Annual increment: as per rules.
What posts are in Major?
Common posts in Major: Major — Pakistan Army. These positions fall under the Pakistan Army Pay Scale & Ranks pay system.
What is the education requirement for Major?
Education required for Major jobs: Bachelor's + 8 yrs. Age limit: Promotion.
How is Major salary calculated?
Gross pay = Basic Pay + HRA (45% of basic) + Medical Allowance + Conveyance Allowance + Special Relief Allowance (25% of basic). Major basic pay range: PKR 0–0. Annual increment increases basic pay every July.
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